Join us as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of RNLI lifeguards patrolling beaches, sharing safety advice, and saving lives.
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Our anniversaries
The RNLI has been working to save lives at sea since 1824. Across the over 200 years of lifesaving, the RNLI has reached some significant milestones.
Lifeguards 25th anniversary
Come join us as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of RNLI lifeguards patrolling beaches. With special events, podcasts, and much more planned, will you help us make this an anniversary to remember?
200th anniversary
2024 saw the RNLI celebrate 200 years of saving lives at sea. From special events to stories shared by a huge crew of voices, learn more about how we commemorated this incredible milestone.
Delve into the history of the RNLI through our timeline and discover key events and innovations in our lifesaving history.
Explore the RNLI's history
Across the UK and Channel Islands, RNLI lifeguards help keep people visiting the beach safe. If you’re heading to the coast, choose a lifeguarded beach.
Lifeguards and beaches
We are separate from coastguards, independent from the government and rely on our volunteers and supporters to run our lifesaving service.
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