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RNLI Stranraer Lifeboat Station

Stranraer Lifeboat Station

Established as a seasonal lifeboat station in 1974, Stranraer’s D class inshore lifeboat covers an area from Ballantrae to the Mull of Galloway. Located on the shore of Loch Ryan, it now provides a full 365-day service.
RNLI pager on a chart with a pair of dividers

Latest lifeboat launch

Recent launches from Stranraer Lifeboat Station

1.43pm 17 May 2024
5.06pm 4 May 2024
6.32am 9 April 2024
9.07pm 1 April 2024
9.27am 28 February 2024
3.08pm 27 February 2024
3.06pm 27 February 2024
11.53pm 6 October 2023
7.36pm 15 September 2023
2.41pm 20 August 2023
4.21am 7 August 2023
6.07pm 30 July 2023
7.36pm 9 July 2023
5.45pm 1 July 2023
12.47pm 29 June 2023
3.11pm 15 May 2023
10.49pm 22 April 2023
10.47pm 22 April 2023
11.42am 3 April 2023
9.00am 30 January 2023

Today's weather

12°C Rain
Min: 10°C Max: 12°C
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Visitor information and facilities

Station address

Stranraer Lifeboat Station
Foreland Place
Stranraer
Wigtownshire
DG9 0EB

Station phone number

01776 705806

Visiting times

Visits are subject to volunteer availability and may be arranged by appointment.

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