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Southwold Lifeboat Station

Southwold Lifeboat Station

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The station’s lifeboat was one of 19 that took part in the evacuation of the British Expeditionary Force from Dunkirk. Over its 140-year history Southwold lifeboat crews have been presented with over 20 awards for gallantry.

Southwold Lifeboat Station

Three different classes of lifeboat gather on a calm sea at sunrise.
Southwold's lifeboat
Find out more about the lifeboat helping our crews to save lives at sea at Southwold.
Our Lifeboat
RNLI flag against a blue sky.
News and media from Southwold
Read the latest rescue stories, volunteer news and updates from our lifeboat station.
Latest News
Sand art on a beach which says 'Be aware tidal cut off' in large letters.
Local info, forecasts and tides
Help raise money for RNLI lifesavers and grab local mementos by paying a visit to our RNLI shop.
Local info
A range of historical lifejackets: one is cork, one kapok and one is foam covered in red material with RNLI printed on it.
Southwold's history
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

Southwold Lifeboat Station
Ferry Road
Southwold
Suffolk
IP18 6NB

Station phone number

01502723355

Accessibility

Parking, disabled parking, disabled access

News and media from Southwold Lifeboat Station

l-r Southwold Lifeboat Operations Manager, Simon Hazelgrove, Fiona Cooper (Buckenham Gallery) local artist Kate Batchelo, Southwold ILB crew Jochem Voogt, Southwold & Dunwich Fundraisers Lisa Cooper-Dann, Penny Clevely (Southwold Golf Club Ladies Captain) Daryl Hill (Southwold Golf Club Mens Captain)
Article Fundraising
Community Spirit Shines at Southwold RNLI
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Southwold Lifeboat leaving the harbour on Thursday 17 September
Article Rescue
Southwold RNLI assist yacht with mechanical failure.
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Jochem Voogt receives his 20 year service medal from RNLI Chief Executive, Peter Sparkes.
Article People
20 Year Service Medal for Southwold crew member Jochem Voogt
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Southwold RNLI crew go to the assistance of a dog in the River Blyth, Southwold, Suffolk
Article Lifeboats
Southwold RNLI volunteers rescue dog in River ahead of training night
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