Pembrokeshire RNLI lifeguards have provided safety advice and assistance to hundreds of beachgoers on Whitesands and Tenby South beach since the Diamond Jubilee Bank Holiday weekend.

From this weekend the charity's lifeguards will return to a further 10 of Pembrokeshire's busiest beaches as they take to their posts to provide a safety service for the summer season.

RNLI lifeguards will be ready at their units every day between 10 am to 6 pm from tomorrow (Saturday) until Sunday, September 2, on the following Pembrokeshire beaches: Saundersfoot; Tenby North; Tenby Castle; Freshwater West; Broad Haven; Newgale South; Newgale North; Newport Sands and Poppit Sands.

Chris Rigby, RNLI Lifeguard Supervisor, said: "The charity's lifeguards have seen hundreds of beachgoers visit both Whitesands and Tenby South beach since the start of their summer patrol on Saturday, June 2.

"RNLI lifeguards have regularly been offering safety advice to members of the public to avoid possible mishaps and responded to many minor first aid incidents on the beaches.

"We've had a positive start to the season and look forward to the rest of the summer months."

Chris Payne Pembrokeshire County Council Leisure Services Manager, said:

"I am pleased to welcome the RNLI lifeguards back on to our beaches for another season.

"Our partnership with the RNLI Lifeguard Service goes from strength to strength and has brought a number of significant benefits to both local residents and Tourists, in key areas of beach safety, economic development and Surf Lifesaving Club support.

"We can all feel safer this summer knowing that the RNLI are on duty when visiting out international award winning beaches."

Before visiting the beach this summer, the RNLI asks the public to bear in mind some vital safety tips to help ensure that no mishaps are likely to ruin their day:

1. Always swim between the red and yellow flags at a lifeguarded beach; 2. Never use inflatables in strong winds or rough seas; 3. Check times of high and low tide before you visit the beach. Alternatively ask a lifeguard; 4. If you get into trouble, stick your hand in the air and shout for help; 5. If you see someone else in trouble, tell a lifeguard. If you can't see a lifeguard, call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard.