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RNLI Lough Ree lifeboat on exercise

Lough Ree Lifeboat Station

Established in 2012, Lough Ree Lifeboat Station is situated on the picturesque Coosan Point, north of Athlone. Lough Ree is a popular location for fishing, sailing and swimming, in the heart of Ireland.
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Latest lifeboat launch

Recent lifeboat launches from Lough Ree Lifeboat Station

2.47pm 19 November 2024
3.21pm 11 October 2024
7.06pm 4 October 2024
6.41pm 19 September 2024
6.19pm 15 September 2024
4.10pm 15 September 2024
12.19pm 15 September 2024
12.23pm 10 September 2024
2.03pm 7 September 2024
2.31pm 1 September 2024
11.19am 22 August 2024
3.30pm 13 August 2024
4.21pm 11 August 2024
8.51pm 10 August 2024
10.27am 10 August 2024
10.40pm 8 August 2024
3.11pm 6 August 2024
11.53am 6 August 2024
11.47am 6 August 2024
10.57am 4 August 2024

Today's weather

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Min: -1°C Max: 3°C
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We're building a new, purpose-built lifeboat station that will boost lifesaving for generations to come.

Visitor information and facilities

Station address

Lough Ree Lifeboat Station
Coosan Point
Athlone
County Westmeath

Accessibility

Parking, disabled parking, disabled access

Visiting times

By appointment only

Visitor contact

Paul Kelly – Lifeboat Visits Officer
For visits inquiries please contact: [email protected]

 

News and media from Lough Ree Lifeboat Station

Ruth Costello; Patrick Walsh; Kier Sloyan (Helm)
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Lough Ree RNLI called to assist 11 people over the past week
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Helm Liam Sheringham & Lifeboat Press Officer Tom McGuire
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Lough Ree RNLI volunteers mark 200 years in Dublin and Westminster
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RNLI Lifeboats logo on grey background
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Kessock RNLI volunteer on a call-out on the eve his wedding
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