Tees River Rescue is an independent rescue charity based on the River Tees in the North East of England.
As well as providing search and rescue, we patrol the River at peak times throughout the year and provide education, support and reassurance for river users up and down the 26.7 miles of navigable river.
As a charity, we rely on support from the public, local businesses, supporters and our volunteers. Tees River Rescue has no paid staff and receives no government funding. As an independent inland lifeboat we aim to be on call 24/7 at the request of emergency services and to provide patrols at key times.
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Today we want to say a massive thank you to Last Mile Logistic Solutions. Members of their team recently took on the challenge to walk 100 miles in May, and Jane popped in on Wednesday to hand over the £240 raised. ![]()
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Back in 2024 the company became our first monthly standing order sponsor, and this month they will have contributed £1000 in total since October 2024 on top of the above! Small monthly contributions really do add up and help ensure we can continue to offer our services free of charge to anyone in need. We are hugely grateful to Chris, Lisa, Jane and the whole team for their unwavering support.
Have you ever thought about becoming a charity trustee? ![]()
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This Volunteers Week we are looking for more people to join our existing team of six trustees. Being a charity trustee is a voluntary role, and the main duties of trustees are highlighted in the infographic below. Trustees sometimes have particular training or a specialism that they bring to the table, but anyone with a passion for our work and helping support us to develop and thrive is welcome to apply. ![]()
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For an informal chat about these roles please email [email protected].
Massive thanks today to the wonderful staff and customers at Mecca Bingo - Stockton. During May they raised a staggering £1023 for us through Bank Holiday flyer games. ![]()
As a valued sponsor we are so grateful for the ongoing support from Jess, Paul and their team. They even laid on a VIP night at the bingo for fifteen of our volunteers recently, which was a great team social! Thank you, you're amazing!
Do you have what it takes to join the Tees River Rescue team? ![]()
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This Volunteers Week we are on the lookout for local people who possess the following qualities;![]()
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Great team player![]()
Clear thinker![]()
Calm and reassuring![]()
Excellent communicator![]()
Wants to give back to the community![]()
Regularly available on Monday evenings for training.![]()
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We have both water-based and shore-based roles available, and all necessary training will be provided. If you think you have what it takes please apply here:
Over the past few days, there have sadly been a number of water-related deaths across the UK.![]()
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Our thoughts are with everyone affected, and we know that posts like this may be seen by families, friends and communities who are grieving.![]()
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We are sharing this message with care, because a simple conversation could help save a life.![]()
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Please talk to your children, family and friends about what to do if someone gets into trouble in the water:![]()
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📞 PHONE![]()
Call 999 immediately and tell them exactly where you are.![]()
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🛟 FLOAT![]()
If you are in trouble in the water, fight the instinct to panic. Tilt your head back, keep your ears submerged, relax, spread your arms and legs, and try to control your breathing.![]()
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🎯 THROW![]()
If someone else is in trouble, throw them something that floats. Do not go in after them.![]()
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The float message is especially important. It can buy vital time until help arrives.![]()
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Please share this advice today. It may reach someone who needs it one day.![]()
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#teesriverrescue #WaterSafety #FloatToLive #phonefloatthrow #RespectTheWater
We’re heading into the final days of our 100-mile May challenge 🚶♂️🚶♀️![]()
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Jenny and Chris continue raising funds for Tees River Rescue on behalf of the team at Last Mile Logistic Solutions Limited.![]()
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There’s still time to donate before the challenge officially ends at the close of May. Our target is £250, and every contribution helps support patrols, volunteer training, and rescue operations on the River Tees.![]()
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Every pound truly makes a difference 💙![]()
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Donate here: www.justgiving.com/page/last-mile-logistic-solutions-limited-3![]()
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Learn more in our blog: www.lastmileltd.co.uk/blog/last-mile-logistic-solutions-is-proudly-supporting-tees-river-rescue-a...
