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Stranraer RNLI celebrate their 50th anniversary

Lifeboats News Release

On Saturday 7 September 2024, the volunteer crew in Stranraer gathered to celebrate 50 years of lifesaving. This occasion is not only a tribute to the station itself but, more importantly, to the courageous individuals who have served over the decades.

Partner agencies, friends and family and neighbouring lifeboat stations also joined to mark 50 years of saving lives at sea.

Stranraer RNLI Lifeboat Station was established as a seasonal lifeboat station in 1974 and is fitted with a D class inshore lifeboat which is located on the shore of Loch Ryan. The station has been entirely reliant on the generous support of the public as well as volunteers who crew the boat.

Sean Hannah, Stranraer RNLI Lifeboat Operations Manager, said,

‘For half a century, Stranraer lifeboat has been a beacon of hope and safety, launching into treacherous waters to save lives. Each service call undertaken by the crew embodies the spirit of bravery, sacrifice, and community service.

We honour those who came before us who set the standard of excellence and dedication. Their legacy is the foundation upon which we stand today. To the current crew, your commitment ensures that this legacy continues to thrive.

We also remember those who couldn’t be with us on the milestone. Their courage will never be forgotten, and their memory inspires us to carry forward with unwavering resolve.

As we look to the future, we renew our commitment to support and uphold the vital work of the RNLI and its crew. Together, we will ensure that Stranraer Lifeboat Station remains a symbol of hope for many more years to come.’


Notes to editors

· Stranraer lifeboat station has been operating since 1974. To learn more about the lifeboat station go to: https://rnli.org/find-my-nearest/lifeboat-stations

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The RNLI charity saves lives at sea. Its volunteers provide a 24-hour search and rescue service around the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland coasts. The RNLI operates 238 lifeboat stations in the UK and Ireland and more than 240 lifeguard units on beaches around the UK and Channel Islands. The RNLI is independent of Coastguard and government and depends on voluntary donations and legacies to maintain its rescue service. Since the RNLI was founded in 1824, its lifeboat crews and lifeguards have saved over 146,000 lives.

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