What is the Waterside Code?
WATERSIDE CODE Help protect our aquatic environments for future generations to enjoy by observing the Waterside Code:KEEP BEACHES CLEAN Take litter home, recycle it or put it in a proper bin. Only take dogs to beaches where they are welcome and keep them under close control and, if necessary, clean up after your dog and dispose of the mess in an appropriate bin. Bag and bin items of sanitary protection, nappies and other plastic products and don’t dispose of them down the toilet. Send comments about Award beaches to the Beach Operator or to ENCAMS.BE SAFE AT THE SEASIDE Ensure that you and your children learn to swim. Never leave a young child unsupervised at the seaside. Observe warning signs and flags regarding the safety of the beach and water. Cover up your child with loose clothing and a sun hat to avoid sunburn. Don’t use inflatable beds or toys on the sea as they could easily drift out into deep water.PROTECT COASTAL AND RIVER HABITATS Don’t build fires in dunes. Don’t disturb h
