A VESSEL suffering engine failure had to be rescued by lifesavers.

Llandudno Coastguard were tasked on Saturday night to the Beacons Jetty in Conwy. Conwy Lifeboat also attended.

A spokesperson from the coastguard team said: "The casualty vessel was being towed by another vessel who was in the area and safely negotiated the river, escorted by the lifeboat, to bring the casualty vessel alongside the Beacons Jetty safely.

"Once secure, we ensured the crew were safe on board and had everything they needed before we were stood down."

HM Coastguard are recruiting for new volunteers to join the Coastguard Rescue Service in the North West of England and North Wales.

There are opportunities for volunteers in Burgh by Sands, Maryport, Whitehaven, Millom, Furness, Arnside, Morecambe, Knott End, Lytham St Annes, Crosby, Rhyl and Llandudno. Send a note of interest via e-mail to area15@mcga.gov.uk by October 31 2021.

See full details at Llandudno Coastguard on Facebook.