A voluntary organisation set up in 1994 to restore a visual watch along UK shores after many small Coastguard stations closed. Includes locations, web cams, and press releases.
The BBC recalls the RNLI’s worst disaster, on 9 December 1886, when rescuing the crew of the German barque Mexico cost the lives of 27 volunteer lifeboat crewmen.
A voluntary organisation dedicated to saving lives at sea around the coasts of Britain and Ireland. Information about lifeboat stations and lifeboats, lifeguard units, volunteering and fundraising; also includes safety information, media resources, and contact details.