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Aberystwyth Lifeboat Station

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.
RNLI pager on a chart with a pair of dividers

Latest lifeboat launch

Recent lifeboat launches from Aberystwyth Lifeboat Station

1.45pm 8 March 2025
2.18pm 8 February 2025
6.34pm 22 January 2025
5.54pm 16 December 2024
4.07pm 19 November 2024
9.31pm 4 November 2024
8.09pm 21 September 2024
10.53am 17 September 2024
5.49pm 31 August 2024
7.41am 17 August 2024
9.06pm 11 August 2024
8.23pm 4 August 2024
9.35pm 31 July 2024
9.22pm 29 July 2024
9.49pm 23 July 2024
9.48pm 23 July 2024
10.30am 18 July 2024
3.20pm 13 July 2024
2.17pm 4 July 2024
3.46pm 26 June 2024

Today's weather

13°C Rain
Min: 8°C Max: 13°C
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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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Aberystwyth RNLI Shop

Opening hours

All our shops are run by volunteers who take great pride in keeping them open whenever possible, if you are planning a special trip to visit this shop it may be best to call ahead to check the opening times.

Telephone

01970 624300

News and media from Aberystwyth Lifeboat Station

Lifeboat crew in Atlantic 85 looking back towards tow of yacht.
Article Sea safety
Aberystwyth RNLI volunteer lifeboat crew bring vessel to safety
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Female crew members sat upon an inshore rescue boat.
Article People
Aberystwyth RNLI celebrate International Women’s Day
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Heather was presented the award by Dai Jenkins, Aberystwyth RNLI's longest serving volunteer (having dedicated over 60 years to the charity)
Article Lifeboats
Aberystwyth RNLI volunteer awarded for outstanding commitment
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