WATER SAFETY OPEN DAY 2026
Now in its fifth year, Water Safety Scotland is hosting the Water Safety Open Day on Saturday 25 July in support of World Drowning Prevention Day, an international day that aims to raise awareness of the public health issue of drowning and highlight means of drowning prevention.
Returning to Loch Lomond Shores, the event is supported by Scottish Water, RoSPA, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, RNLI, The Darcey Sunshine Foundation, West Dumbartonshire Council, Police Scotland, Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, Scottish Canals and Loch Lomond Shores.
With Loch Lomond attracting thousands of visitors every year, understanding how to stay safe in and around the water has never been more important. This informative and family-friendly event will feature expert advice, safety demonstrations, and practical tips to help keep you, your family, and your friends safe while enjoying our beautiful loch, rivers, canals, beaches, and waterways.
Whether you’re a swimmer, paddleboarder, kayaker, angler, sailor, or simply enjoy spending time by the water, there’s something valuable for everyone to learn.
Come along, meet the experts, ask questions of our many stallholders, and learn potentially life-saving skills while enjoying a great day out on the banks of Loch Lomond.
It will be an action-packed day with the whole family, featuring a variety of water and land activities (limited spaces which can be booked on the day), including:
🐕 Newfoundland Rescue Dogs will be performing demonstrations in the water
🚤 Emergency rescue boat displays from the SFRS
🏄♂️ Opportunities to learn and try canoeing and stand-up paddleboarding
🦺 Lifejacket and throwline challenges to practice important rescue skills
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There are limited spaces for the water activities, which can be booked on the day. Don’t forget your swimming gear!
Come along to this dog-friendly, free event designed to help everyone safely enjoy lochs and waterways.
Details:
DATE: Saturday 25th July
TIME: 11am–3pm
LOCATION: Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch, G83 8QL
Learn more on the Water Safety Scotland Website
For full details of what’s on and when, keep an eye on our Social Media accounts for the latest updates.
