Our lifeboat stations
Our 24-hour search and rescue service operates from 238 lifeboat stations around the UK and Ireland.
Lifeboat stations are not just a place to store and maintain our lifesaving craft. They are a place to train vital lifesaving skills. A hub for the local community to come together towards a shared goal of keeping the waters around them safe. And they are also often the first point of refuge a casualty is taken to after being rescued.
Built in all shapes and sizes, and placed in locations both central and remote. They help the RNLI to create a ring of safety around the coasts of the UK and Ireland. Building and maintaining our lifeboat stations is an important part of our lifesaving work. And it’s all only possible thanks to donations from supporters like you.
From coastlines to busy ports
Lifeboat stations are located where they are needed most, each one designed to tackle the unique challenges posed by their location. Here are some examples:
Tower Lifeboat Station
St Davids Lifeboat Station
Pwllheli Lifeboat Station
Port Erin Lifeboat Station
Carrybridge Lifeboat Station
Aith Lifeboat Station
Find your nearest lifeboat station
238 lifeboat stations
9,058 Lifeboat launches
£1,360 average annual training cost for a crew member
Lifeboat station projects
The RNLI are always working to build and improve lifeboat stations for our crews and the lives we saved. Every project is only possible thanks to your support.
Caring for lifeboat stations
Our maintenance teams and station crews work diligently to ensure that our lifeboat stations are fit for lifesaving. With our high design standards and rigorous maintenance programme, we can extend the operational lives of our lifeboat stations to up to 100 years.
