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....
by stiveslocal | Jun 18, 2020 | News
RNLI lifeguards patrolling at a social distance. Photograph @triggerleephotography Since lockdown restrictions were eased last month, the RNLI has worked hard to roll out lifeguard patrols on 22 beaches in the South West. Now these beaches are operational and new ways...
by stiveslocal | Mar 2, 2020 | News
Retiring volunteer fundraiser, Joan Tanner, is presented with a certificate and gifts. Left to right are: St Ives RNLI chairman, Mike Hicks; area lifesaving manager, Guy Botterill; Joan Tanner; tractor driver, Peter Tanner; coxswain, Rob Cocking; fundraising chair,...
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...
