West Cornwall Charity Heads to the International Stage
West Cornwall Search & Rescue Team is heading onto the international stage, with a small group of members travelling to Norway to compete in the SAR Games from 24–26 April
RESCUE – Nr Truro (31/03/2026)
CALL-OUT: 28/03/26 – Nr Truro At 14:00 on Tuesday 31 March, we were contacted by Devon & Cornwall Police to assist with the extrication of a casualty to a waiting
20 Years of Dedicated Service
For the past 20 years, three of our dedicated call-out members have been providing voluntary service to the communities of Cornwall.
SEARCH – Newquay (28/03/2026)
At approximately 4.15am the team were contacted by Devon & Cornwall Police to help with an ongoing search in the Newquay area. Eight team members commenced a search of rural
A proud moment for the team, alongside a heartfelt farewell
We are incredibly honoured and grateful to have been presented with the prestigious King’s Award for Voluntary Service trophy and certificate by Colonel Sir Edward Bolitho at our recent AGM.
Thank you Duchy Defibrillators
In our recent team training sessions, our Call-out Members refreshed their rope rescue skills and sharpened their navigation techniques, ensuring they remain operationally ready for any situation. Meanwhile, our Trainees
Two newly qualified SRTs
Over two weekends in January and February, some of our team members took part in intensive Swiftwater & Flood Rescue Technician (SRT) – MOD3 training alongside colleagues from Plymouth, Ashburton
Welcoming new trainees to the team
After our 2026 assessment day, we’re pleased to welcome our newest group of trainees. They’re about to commence a six-month training programme, covering everything from first aid, navigation and communications
SEARCH – Godrevy (18/01/2025)
At approximately 1500 on Sunday afternoon, we were requested by Devon & Cornwall Police to assist in a search for a high-risk missing person in the Godrevy area. 14 volunteer