Swans injured or in distress

If you spot an injured or distressed swan, please note the location, the nature of the problem, the time it was noticed, and any follow-up details.Providing as much information as possible will help the rescue team assess the urgency and locate the bird quickly.

Yorkshire Swan Rescue Team
(24-hour emergency line)
07763 424 892

Lake Emergency

Waterloo Lake can be dangerous, with a history of fatal drownings. Throwlines and lifebelts are placed at regular points around the lake for emergencies.

If you see someone in distress, do not put yourself at risk. Instead:

  • Locate the nearest lifebelt and throw it to them.
  • Call 999 immediately for emergency assistance.

Public Defibrillators

The nearest public defibrillator is located outside the Lakeside Café entrance gate, with another available at Tropical World.

A sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) can cause a person’s heart to stop without warning. They may collapse, lose consciousness, and appear extremely pale. Immediate action is crucial to keep blood pumping and restart the heart, helping to prevent brain damage and death.

In an emergency follow the instruction on the defibrator and call 999 for assistance

Lifebelts and throwlines map

Click the map to zoom in and view the locations of lifebelts and throwlines around the lake.