by stiveslocal | Sep 13, 2021 | News
The former St Ives lifeboat James Stevens No 10 has returned home after a restoration project by the RNLI’s Robin Langford. Here’s the story of how she found her way back. James Steven No 10 in St Ives Harbour on Saturday, 11th September. Photograph: John...
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...
