Beach Heroes: Adventures by the Sea Start Here
Beach Heroes is a free, fun, hands-on coastal programme helping young people build confidence in the sea, connect with nature, and learn how to protect our ocean environment.
Based at Sideshore in Exmouth, the programme brings together local organisations, educators, water safety experts and environmental groups to deliver engaging outdoor activities by the sea.
Children will collect a ‘passport’ to be stamped after each mission, as well as collecting beads for their Beach Heroes bracelet.
The Missions:
Habitat Hero – exploring coastal wildlife and habitats with Charlie’s Beach School
Sea Safety Star – learning sea safety and water confidence with the RNLI
Beach Clean Champion – taking action to protect our beaches with Plastic Free Exmouth
Water-Wise Adventurer – safe sea swimming and ocean confidence with Sea Swim Devon
Coastal Connector – building connection with nature and place through a self-led walk with audio guide
Ocean Artist – creativity inspired by the coast through self-led activities and ideas from the Sideshore Hub
Beach Heroes: Confidence, Connection and Caring for the Coast
Missions
Sea Safety Star (RNLI)
Learn how to stay safe, confident and calm near the sea.
Water-Wise Adventurer (Sea Swim Devon)
Build confidence in the water and experience the joy of being safe in the sea.
Habitat Hero (Charlie's Beach School)
Discover the wildlife right here on Exmouth beach.
Beach Clean Champion (Plastic Free Exmouth)
Help protect wildlife and keep the ocean free from plastic pollution.
Coastal Connector
Slow down, listen closely and discover the sights and sounds of our beautiful coastline.
Ocean Artist
Create art inspired by the colours, textures and stories of the coast.
Download an ideas sheet
Free to Take Part
Beach Heroes is free thanks to support from East Devon District Council.
Book Your Missions
Most missions require booking in advance.
Come and discover the beach, meet local ocean heroes and start your own seaside adventure this summer.