Suffolk Seaside Fall: Mother Dies After Rockfall

A 32-year-old mother, Saffron Cole-Nottage, died after falling between rocks at a seafront in Lowestoft, Suffolk, on February 2, 2025. Emergency services responded to reports of a person fallen into the sea at approximately 8:03 p.m. Near The Esplanade.

Cole-Nottage was walking her 11-year-old daughter when she lost her footing and fell headfirst between sea defence rocks, becoming trapped as the tide was rising, according to reports. Rescuers attempted to free her, but she was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police confirmed they were called to the scene around 8:00 p.m. On Sunday. A spokesperson stated, “Suffolk Constabulary was called at around 8….” The response included HM Coastguard rescue officers from Lowestoft, the East of England Ambulance Service, and the East Anglian Air Ambulance.

Tributes to “Beautiful” Mother

Following the tragedy, tributes have poured in for Cole-Nottage, described as a “beautiful” mother who would be “forever missed.” Flowers and messages were left near the scene. One tribute read, “My beautiful mummy, I love you the world.” Another stated, “Your lights shined bright down here and you’ll shine bright up there too – forever 32.”

The incident occurred on the beach at Lowestoft, Suffolk. The area is known for its sea wall and boulders used for coastal defence. The circumstances surrounding the fall are under investigation.

A witness reported that Cole-Nottage drowned in front of rescuers as they worked to free her. She was reportedly underwater and unconscious when emergency services arrived.

The tragedy has shocked the local community, with many expressing their condolences to Cole-Nottage’s family and friends. The incident highlights the dangers of coastal paths and the importance of caution near the sea.

If you are affected by this story, you can contact the Samaritans on 116 123 or visit their website at https://www.samaritans.org/.