Who we are
We are volunteers across the UK and Republic of Ireland united by selflessness, skill and courage.
RNLI lifeguards are highly trained to offer safety advice, give first aid and perform rescues.
The RNLI's lifeboat crews are mostly volunteers. They will drop everything to save lives in all conditions, day or night.
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.
Advice on how to avoid getting into trouble in the first place - from lifejackets to beach flags.
Training is vital to prepare crew members and lifeguards for whatever the sea decides to throw at them.
The RNLI has 235 lifeboat stations, covering the coasts of UK and RoI, and selected inland waterways.
RNLI lifeguards patrol more than 140 beaches in England and Wales, helping hundreds of thousands of people each year.
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 the public’s support.
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