TROUBLE AT SEA OR ON THE COAST?
 
In an Emergency Dial 999 or 112 and ask for the COASTGUARD

If at sea please use the Emergency Distress Frequency on VHF 16

Opps Base Location: 56º 27'.47N  002º 52'.13W  -  Grid Ref: NO 464 304

Welcome to Coastwatch Scotland - Tay Coastal Surveillance Unit

Coastwatch Scotland, a volunteer coastal safety & monitoring organisation, which was formed in 2009 is a non-governmental organisation with its Headquarters in Broughty Ferry, Dundee.

Coastwatch Scotland is run entirely by volunteers who have an interest in, and concern for, the safety of life at sea and on the coast.  Our uniformed volunteers give up a few hours a week to keep visual watch on coastal waters, beaches and harbours and monitor the international distress channel VHF Ch 16 in support of search & rescue operations. 

We also monitor our local wildlife and report any problems to the relevant organisations.

If we spot a potential incident we will plot the exact location and report accurate information to the relevant emergency services (primarily Maritime Coastguard Agency) or local authorities. 

Coastwatch Scotland volunteers receive 'on the watch' training in basics of visual and radio watch-keeping, reporting, ship recognition and the understanding of charts.
 

 

Coastwatch Tay meet fortnightly on a Wednesday evening at 19:30hrs to 21:30hrs to undertake training in order that we are ready for the busy summer season and we are always looking for suitable volunteers to come and join our small friendly crew.

We are also on the lookout for those who have maritime skills and would like to join us in order to pass their skills to the younger generation.  Membership is open to those over 16yrs of age and no previous experience is required as all necessary training is provided.

If you think you might be interested in finding out more, please complete our online enquiry form or establish contact via our mobile telephone number 07501 003 685 and we will contact you by return.  

We look forward to hearing from you.

Pictured above is the Broughty Ferry Blue Flag beach


 
 

Coastwatch Scotland is an active partner in the UK Governments National Counter Terrorism strategy, project KRAKEN in the Tayside and Lothian & Borders police force areas. Please watch the You Tube video link below.