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Image of a D class lifeboat. Photo: Janie Airey

Crowd watches Berwick-upon-Tweed rescue man from sea
A dramatic rescue took place in front of Spittal Pavilion on Saturday when HM Coastguard requested the launch of Berwick-upon-Tweed lifeboats at 1.45pm.

Garry Clark, volunteer Crew Member from Dungeness lifeboat station, is to be presented with the Silver Medal for Gallantry

Three RNLI Gallantry Medals to awarded to crew today
Three RNLI Medals for Gallantry – the RNLI’s highest accolade – will be presented to volunteer crew members from Dungeness, Exmouth and St Abbs lifeboat stations today (17 May)

B class lifeboat in action. Photo: Nigel Millard

A busy day for Queensferry crew
Eight adults and a child saved on Saturday

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Two shouts for Falmouth volunteers
Falmouth lifeboat crew faced a manic Monday when they launched to a man suffering a suspected heart attack and the crew of a stricken boat

Image of the Beaumaris Atlantic 85 lifeboat Annette Mary Liddington

Welsh volunteers prepare to welcome Olympic torch
With only 10 days to go until the Olympic torch arrives in Wales, RNLI volunteers from across the country are busy preparing for the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to welcome the historic flame.

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17/05/2012 - 11:21
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16/05/2012 - 23:14
Courtmacsherry Harbour
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Portaferry
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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 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.

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

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 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 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 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.

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.

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

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