Plymouth People | Meet Ellie, Plymouth’s New Coastguard Rescue Officer

25 March 2026

Ellie (PH14), one of the newest Coastguard Rescue Officers, is settling into her role as an operational Coastguard in Plymouth.

We caught up with Ellie while she was exploring Plymouth Hoe with colleagues, learning more about the coastline she will be responding to in emergencies.

Having recently completed her core skills training, she has already attended emergency callouts and putting that training into action.

A warm welcome to Ellie!

A reminder to the public: in an emergency at the coast, call ☎️ 999 and ask for the Coastguard

Photographs © Wayne Perry / Plymouth Post