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RNLI Stranraer Lifeboat Station

Stranraer Lifeboat Station

Established as a seasonal lifeboat station in 1974, Stranraer’s D class inshore lifeboat covers an area from Ballantrae to the Mull of Galloway. Located on the shore of Loch Ryan, it now provides a full 365-day service.
RNLI pager on a chart with a pair of dividers

Latest lifeboat launch

Recent lifeboat launches from Stranraer Lifeboat Station

3.04pm 31 March 2026
1.50pm 7 March 2026
6.32pm 24 February 2026
6.00pm 11 January 2026
2.36pm 23 August 2025
10.02pm 9 August 2025
3.10pm 9 August 2025
1.35pm 9 August 2025
1.34pm 9 August 2025
11.54am 8 August 2025
6.41pm 16 July 2025
6.31pm 16 July 2025
11.54am 10 July 2025
10.16pm 1 July 2025
12.25pm 23 March 2025
11.01am 1 March 2025
12.53pm 5 September 2024
12.49pm 5 September 2024
12.48pm 5 September 2024
10.50pm 29 July 2024

Today's weather

12°C Rain
Min: 8°C Max: 12°C
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Visitor information and facilities

Station address

Stranraer Lifeboat Station
Foreland Place
Stranraer
Wigtownshire
DG9 0EB

Station phone number

01776 705806

Visiting times

Visits are subject to volunteer availability and may be arranged by appointment.

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