by stiveslocal | Nov 29, 2021 | News
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...
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 | Nov 1, 2020 | News
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...
by stiveslocal | Aug 3, 2020 | News
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....