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Lifeboat crews at Withernsea have been recognised by the RNLI for their gallantry eight times since the opening of the station in 1974. Today’s lifeboat – Henley Eight, a D class inshore lifeboat – went into service in 2009.

Withernsea Lifeboat Station

Three different classes of lifeboat gather on a calm sea at sunrise.
Withernsea's lifeboats
Find out more about the lifeboat helping our crews to save lives at sea at Withernsea.
Our lifeboat
RNLI flag against a blue sky.
News and media from Withernsea
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.
Withernsea 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

Withernsea Lifeboat Station
Southcliff Road
South Promenade
Withernsea
HU19 2HU

Station phone number

01964 613686

Accessibility

Parking at the station is restricted. There is a car park in Lee Avenue approximately 91m from the station.

Visiting times

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

Visitor contact

Name: Darren Hickey

Role: Lifeboat Operations Manager

Visitor contact phone number

07976958970

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News and media from Withernsea Lifeboat Station

Bridlington RNLI launching to incident
Article Rescue
RNLI volunteers respond to incident off Withernsea
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Inflatable Seal placed on Withernsea's D-Class Lifeboat
Article Sea safety
Withernsea RNLI crew learn about marine mammal rescue in special visit
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Lifeboat Operations Manager, Darren Hickey, opens the night with a welcome speech before receiving a donation from Laurie (pictured right).
Article Sea safety
Withernsea RNLI Hosts Final Celebration Marking 50 Years Back in the Community
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