Update *

We are ending the GoFundMe page this Sunday. 19th July The entire amount will be shared 50/50 between the families who sadly lost their loved ones . Thankyou

On behalf of Wayne Taylor, who sadly lost his life on the 12th of July 2026 after struggling at Seaton Carew beach, Hartlepool, when his children got into difficulties in the water during their family day out… Wayne jumped in and tried his best to save them, along with another member of the public who also sadly lost his life.

We would like to thank everyone who attended to the family at the beach and helped save their children—they are forever grateful. Sadly, two men lost their lives, and no one could describe the pain the families are feeling or enduring during this difficult time.

I have set up this GoFundMe to try and take the weight off the family and help towards funeral costs and the children at this very sad time… any help would be appreciated. Thank you.