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RNLI Walmer Lifeboat Station

Walmer Lifeboat Station

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Since a lifeboat station at Walmer was established in 1856, crews have received 28 awards for gallantry. Today, the station operates two inshore lifeboats – a B class Atlantic 85 and a smaller D class.

Walmer Lifeboat Station

Three different classes of lifeboat gather on a calm sea at sunrise.
Walmer's lifeboats
Find out more about the lifeboats helping our crews to save lives at sea at Walmer.
Our lifeboats
RNLI flag against a blue sky.
News and media from Walmer
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
Find local safety information and get the 5-day forecast and tide times for your area.
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.
Walmer'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

Walmer Lifeboat Station
The Strand
Walmer
Kent
CT14 7DY

Station phone number

01304 374475

Accessibility

Parking on the road is free for one hour. 

Visitor contact

Email: [email protected]

Phone01304 374475

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News and media from Walmer Lifeboat Station

Paddleboarder meets the crew.
Article Rescue
Paddleboarder visits Walmer lifeboat station to thank volunteers
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Article Rescue
Dover RNLI crew member first on scene in dramatic shoreline rescue
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Poster for Dover Emergency Services Day 19 July 2026
Article Events
Dover RNLI hosts Emergency Services Day Sunday 19 July
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Casualty vessel under tow.
Article Rescue
Walmer RNLI responds to Mayday call to a tug with engine failure
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