by stiveslocal | Jul 28, 2021 | News
After extensive training, assessments, and many hours of hard work, St Ives lifeboat crew members Derek Barrett and Simon Allott have passed out in their volunteer roles. New roles: Derek Barrett (left) and Simon Allott. Photographs: RNLI/Niki Brooks Simon passed out...
by stiveslocal | Jun 23, 2021 | News
The volunteer crew at St Ives Lifeboat Station have had their busiest week so far this year. The all-weather lifeboat being launched. Photograph: Russell Bush On 11th June, the inshore lifeboat went to the aid of a person with a disability, and their carer. They had...
by stiveslocal | Feb 21, 2020 | Features
The James Stevens No 10 on the water. Photographs: John Chard Going to sea in a modern lifeboat in all weathers is a big enough challenge. Imagine setting out to save lives in a 37ft open boat which had to be rowed. That’s what the crew of the James Stevens No 10 had...
by stiveslocal | Jan 23, 2020 | News
The wreckage of the John and Sarah Eliza Stych is examined. Photograph: Niki Brookes from archives at St Ives Museum Today marks 81 years since the John and Sarah Eliza Stych lifeboat launched in a violent gale to the aid of an unknown vessel. On the night of a...
by stiveslocal | Nov 29, 2019 | News
Today’s the day when Christmas 2019 celebrations officially get under way in St Ives. Father Christmas will be arriving in town on the RNLI Lifeboat at 6pm and will tour the town. He will finish up at Royal Square for the switch-on of the Christmas lights. From...
