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Salcombe Atlantic 75 inshore lifeboat. Photo: Richard Freer

Salcombe RNLI saves surfer's life and responds to dogs at sea
After a training exercise on Sunday morning (7 March), the crew were ready to go home for Sunday lunch, but a call came from the Coastguard

Image of Cullercoat's Atlantic 85 RIB in action Photo:RNLI

Sunday search for Melanie Jane
Power failure leads to call for help off Northumberland

West Mersea lifeboat crew gets the kayaker to safety. Photo: RNLI/Martin Wade

Lucky escape
Bitter conditions as lifeboat crew saves exhausted kayaker from mud

Boys rescued from historic refuge
Teenagers rescued from tower built by RNLI's founder - by a lifeboat named after him

Burnham on Crouch to share Arthur's Magic Moments
Arthur Edwards will be sharing his experiences on 24 March 2010

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Upcoming events

adidas Silverstone Half Marathon
14/03/2010, 09:00
Whether you are training for the marathon or want a new challenge for 2010, this is the event for you! Become a lifesaver today by joining TEAM RNLI in the adidas Half Marathon and run around the historic Silverstone motor racing circuit.

Run Balmoral 10k and 5k 2010
24/04/2010, 09:00
Secure your own place and raise vital funds for the RNLI.

Virgin London Marathon 2010
25/04/2010, 09:00
Run for Team RNLI in the marathon and save lives at sea.

The Scottish Half Marathon 2010
23/05/2010, 08:00
Don't fancy a full marathon? Why not try the new Scottish Half Marathon but still capturing the big race excitement of the Edinburgh Marathon and the grandstand finish at Musselburgh Racecourse.

Forth Rail Bridge Abseil 2010
06/06/2010, 09:00
Another chance to complete a 165ft 'SAS' style abseil from one of Scotland's most famous landmarks.

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Who we are

We are volunteers across the UK and Republic of Ireland united by selflessness, skill and courage.

Image of lifeguard with binoculars. Credit: RNLI/Nigel Millard

RNLI lifeguards are highly trained to offer safety advice, give first aid and perform rescues.

Image of member of RNLI staff maintaining a lifeboat

The RNLI employes specialist staff, from engineers to trainers, to support its lifesavers and keep costs down.

Image of lifeboat crew in lifeboat. Credit: Peter Bentley

The RNLI's lifeboat crews are mostly volunteers. They will drop everything to save lives in all conditions, day or night.

Committed fundraisers around the UK and RoI give up their time to help keep the RNLI's lifeboats afloat.

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What we do

We provide 24-hour lifeboats and seasonal lifeguards dedicated to saving lives at sea.

Image of crew members undergoing sea survival training

Training is vital to prepare crew members and lifeguards for whatever the sea decides to throw at them.

Image of flood rescue team in action. Credit: RNLI/Robin Goodlad

Specially trained RNLI crews are ready to help at 24hrs notice in major emergencies at home and abroad.

Image of sea safety volunteer giving safety advice. Credit Rod Kirkpatrick/Picture It Now

Advice on how to avoid getting into trouble in the first place - from lifejackets to beach flags.

Image of all weather lifeboat crashing through the waves. Credit: RNLI/Nigel Millard

The RNLI has 235 lifeboat stations, covering the coasts of UK and RoI, and selected inland waterways.

Image of lifeguard with rescue board. Credit: Terry Bearpark

RNLI lifeguards patrol more than 140 beaches in England and Wales, helping hundreds of thousands of people each year.

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The RNLI is an independent charity, funded by voluntary donations. We could not save lives at sea without the public’s support.

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