Drowning Prevention Week 2026

Drowning Prevention Week starts on Saturday 13th June - it's a campaign from the Royal Life Saving Society that teaches children and young people important water safety advice ahead of the school summer holidays.

8th June, 2026

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There have tragically been 17 water deaths in the UK so far this year, including two in Norfolk. Your help in sharing the information - either by holding a short talk with children/young people or sending on information to their families, is vital to our work. 

Please find below more information about the campaign:

Water Safety Code Poster

Water Safety Code Poster - Icon version

Leaflet for Youth Groups

Water safety resources for schools