Hilbre and Wirral coast rescues
People get cut off near Hilbre when they start back too late and the tide fills the channels between the islands faster than they expect. This log lists the RNLI and HM Coastguard incidents we have summarised, newest first, each linked to the original report. Read what to do if you are cut off, the route and safety guide, or today’s calculated crossing window, which is an estimate, not permission to cross.
If anyone is in danger or rescue is needed, call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard. Call 999
2026
2026: 2 incidents reported by RNLI/Coastguard in WalkHilbre's log
RNLI rescueMiddle Eye and Hilbre
Half-term call-outs included two people brought ashore after being cut off and a search near Middle Eye.
Read our summarySource: RNLI West Kirby (opens in a new tab)
RNLI rescueBetween Middle Eye and Little Eye
They were cut off as the tide rose quickly between the islands and were brought ashore by West Kirby lifeboat.
Read our summarySource: RNLI West Kirby (opens in a new tab)
2025
2025: 1 incident reported by RNLI/Coastguard in WalkHilbre's log
RNLI rescueBetween Little Eye and Middle Eye
West Kirby lifeboat brought them back after the tide filled in between Little Eye and Middle Eye.
Read our summarySource: RNLI West Kirby (opens in a new tab)
This is not a full record of incidents on the Wirral coast. It lists only the RNLI and Coastguard reports WalkHilbre has summarised, in our own words, and never names the people involved. All safety news.