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RNLI Aberystwyth Lifeboat Station

Aberystwyth Lifeboat Station

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Established in 1861 and situated in one of the main holiday resorts in Cardigan bay, Aberystwyth was the first station ever to have an inshore lifeboat. The station has received 13 awards for gallantry.

Aberystwyth Lifeboat Station

Three different classes of lifeboat gather on a calm sea at sunrise.
Aberystwyth's lifeboats
Find out more about the lifeboats helping our crews to save lives at sea at Aberystwyth.
Our lifeboats
RNLI flag against a blue sky.
News and Media from Aberystwyth
Read the latest rescue stories, volunteer news and updates from our lifeboat station.
Latest news
Sand art on a beach which says 'Be aware tidal cut off' in large letters.
Local info, forecasts and tides
Find local safety information and get the 5-day forecast and tide times for your area. 
Local info
A range of historical lifejackets: one is cork, one kapok and one is foam covered in red material with RNLI printed on it.
Aberystwyth's history
Take a look back through key events from the history of our lifeboat station in our timeline.
Our history

Visitor information and facilities

Station address

Town Quay
Aberystwyth
Ceredigion
SY23 1JY

Station phone

01970 612478

Shop opening times

Friday to Sunday

10am to 3pm (subject to staff availability)

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News and media from Aberystwyth Lifeboat Station

Article Rescue
RNLI assists stricken yacht off Aberystwyth
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Poster of skydive event
Article Events
Jumping out of a plane to help save lives at sea
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A selection of crew with their assessors
Article People
Aberystwyth RNLI celebrates crew achievements
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