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Staithes and Runswick Atlantic 85 lifeboat out at sea

Staithes and Runswick Lifeboat Station

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For over 150 years lifeboats have been stationed at both Staithes and Runswick Bay and the crews have been presented with nine awards for gallantry. Today, Staithes and Runswick's inshore lifeboat is located in the small fishing village of Staithes.

Staithes and Runswick Lifeboat Station

Three different classes of lifeboat gather on a calm sea at sunrise.
Staithes and Runswick's lifeboats
Find out more about the lifeboat helping our crews to save lives at sea at Staithes and Runswick.
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RNLI flag against a blue sky.
News and media from Staithes and Runswick
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Sand art on a beach which says 'Be aware tidal cut off' in large letters.
Local info, forecasts and tides
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A range of historical lifejackets: one is cork, one kapok and one is foam covered in red material with RNLI printed on it.
Staithes and Runswick'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

Staithes and Runswick Lifeboat Station
Cowbar
Staithes
North Yorkshire
TS13 5BY

Station phone number

01947 840001

Visiting times

10am – 4pm daily

Don't miss: crew training taking place from 6pm on Monday evenings.

Visitor contact

Sean Baxter

Visitor contact phone number

01947 840278

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News and media from Staithes and Runswick Lifeboat Station

Article Fundraising
Staithes and Runswick RNLI Auction Returns to Easter Weekend for 2026 Fundraiser
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Crew members line up in front of Tyne Bridge ahead to ask for support of the Great North Run
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Runners asked to go for glory and support the RNLI in the Great North Run
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Article Heritage
150 Years Ago: The Launch That Changed Staithes Forever
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