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Find out more about the lifeboat helping our crews to save lives at sea at Kirkwall.
Our Lifeboat
Kirkwall Lifeboat Station
Officially established in 1972, Kirkwall is a relatively recent addition to Scotland’s coastal rescue services. The crews have been awarded three medals for gallantry during their lifesaving history.
Kirkwall Lifeboat Station
Read the latest rescue stories, volunteer news and updates from our lifeboat station.
Latest News
Find local safety information and get the 5-day forecast and tide times for your area.
Local info
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
Kirkwall Lifeboat Station
Lifeboat House
West Pier
Kirkwall
KW15 1LE
Station phone number
Visiting times
To arrange a visit please contact the station.
Connect with us
Recent lifeboat launches from Kirkwall Lifeboat Station
Our latest launches >News and media from Kirkwall Lifeboat Station
Kirkwall's RNLI Shop
Help raise money for RNLI lifesavers and grab local mementos by paying a visit to our RNLI shop.
Our shop