Breathing life into Mawgan Porth through surf life saving

We take surf life saving to the next level

Mawgan Porth SLSC is a surf life saving club located in Mawgan Porth, Cornwall offering various water safety and rescue services to the local community and visitors alike.
Embrace the waves of change and become a part of our journey. Together, we are not just riding waves – we are helping to shape a safer tomorrow for all.

Our club members are dedicated to ensuring the safety of beachgoers and promoting beach and water safety awareness. Whether you’re a seasoned surfer, a passionate community member, or a concerned parent, there’s a place for you at Mawgan Porth Surf Lifesaving Club. Join us as a member, volunteer, or supporter – every contribution helps us ensure safer shores and brighter futures.

One of our core goals is to save lives, not only through surf life saving but also through improving communication and knowledge about the dangers of the sea, and creating a safe community who value beach safety.

Peter AbellLifesaving Officer

Our club's mission:

  • Educate locals and visitors in rescue techniques and first aid
  • Improve water and beach safety awareness
  • Provide comprehensive lifeguard training
  • Enhance a sense of community
  • Promote environmental awareness
  • Create a community that values beach safety
  • Educate on the dangers of the ocean
  • Improve fitness and mental health
  • Raise funds to help our club grow
  • Most importantly, save lives!

Clubhouse planning approved!

Mawgan Porth Surf Lifesaving Club have recently got planning for a clubhouse on the beach at Mawgan Porth. The club are actively  looking for funding and funding ideas to help get the clubhouse project built! So if you are able to help please contact Club Secretary [email protected] to discuss and get involved.

Mawgan Porth Surf Life Saving Club teaches beach and water safety and surf lifesaving skills to people of all ages. The club is a volunteer-led charity established to save lives and improve safety at Mawgan Porth beach. The club delivers surf lifesaving through prevention, rescue, first aid, and training, with members undertaking beach and cliff rescues and supporting emergency services when lifeguards are not on duty. We provide Surf Life Saving GB-recognised training for children and adults, promote water safety across all beach activities, and offer a safe, inclusive environment that encourages healthy, active lifestyles and community wellbeing.

Dive into what we do

About us

Improving water safety education, creating a safe beach community, and saving lives

About Mawgan Porth

Learn more about Mawgan Porth beach, a stunning Cornish beach with clifftop backdrop and water sports activities for all

Our supporters

Meet the people who keep us going, offering their support to keep Mawgan Porth safe

Latest news & events

Discover our latest news and updates from Mawgan Porth Surf Life Saving Club

Meet the businesses and individuals who help us to continue our life-saving work

We couldn’t do it without the support of our awesome supporters. Meet the amazing team of people and businesses who support Mawgan Porth Surf Life Saving Club, helping us to save lives!

Explore our latest news

AGM Minutes – 13.2.26  

AGM Minutes – 13.2.26  

Minutes of the Mawgan Porth Surf LIfesaving club 13th Feb 2026
Planning Application for ClubHouse Mawgan Porth Beach
Planning Permission Secured for Our Clubhouse at Mawgan Porth – Thank You, Community!

Planning Permission Secured for Our Clubhouse at Mawgan Porth – Thank You, Community!

We are absolutely delighted to share some incredibly exciting news with you all – planning…
Minutes MPSLC Meeting 13.5.25

Minutes MPSLC Meeting 13.5.25

Minutes from the last MPSLC meeting 13.5.25