Porthcawl's lifeboats

Find out more about the lifeboats operated by the volunteers here at Porthcawl.

RNLI lifeboat moving through rough seas, with four crew members in yellow helmets and waterproof gear as waves crash around the boat.

Hugo Missen

The Hugo Missen is a D class lifeboat and has been at the station since 2022.

Learn more about the D class

RNLI lifeboat powering through rough seas, with four crew members in high‑visibility yellow helmets and waterproof gear as waves break around the orange boat.

Rose of the Shires

The Rose of the Shires is a B class lifeboat and has been at the station since 2009.

Learn more about the B class