RNLI looking to recruit water safety team volunteers

RNLI looking to recruit water safety team volunteers

The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is looking for 50 new volunteers to join the charity’s water safety team. These people help shape and implement water safety education in their local communities. The RNLI has always had volunteers at the heart of...

St Ives Lifeboat James Steven No 10 returns home

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...

St Ives lifeboat volunteers pass out in key roles

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...

Stay safe in the water this winter

RNLI lifeguards have hung up their wetsuits after finishing their safety patrols on all beaches across the south west for 2020. But with unpredictable weather conditions, the charity is reminding people using the coast over the winter to take extra care and to heed...

Beware the power of the rip current, say lifeguards

With the school summer holidays now in full swing, and many families choosing to staycation in the south west, the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) and HM Coastguard are urging every parent to be aware of the potential dangers when visiting the coast....