A Hartlepool RNLI volunteer taught a group of youngsters all about sea safety at an event in town.

Jimmy Slaughter, who is a visits officer for the charity that saves lives at sea, gave a sea safety talk at Hornby Park, in Seaton Carew, for youngsters who attend sporting events there.

He said: “We covered a variety of issues but one of the most important things was to let the youngsters know how to call the Coastguard and how to float to live.

“I thoroughly enjoyed the event which was well attended, and I'm sure the children and parents did as well.”

Hartlepool RNLI visits officer Jimmy Slaughter with youngsters Joseph Bage, William Butler and Jack Butler.

placeholder image — Hartlepool RNLI visits officer Jimmy Slaughter with youngsters Joseph Bage, William Butler and Jack Butler.

Hornby Park trustee, Paul Frankland – who attended the event – said: “Jimmy approached us with the sea safety awareness event so we thought it would be an amazing opportunity for the junior members and parents to come along and learn about being safe on the beach and in the water.”