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Covering the western end of the Solent, the RNLI's Yarmouth lifeboat station operates the largest class of lifeboat, the Severn class.

Seventeen awards for gallantry have been presented to the crew.

23/06/2026

🧡LOOKING TO TRY SOMETHING NEW?🧡

Our RNLI Shop in Yarmouth is looking for a new volunteer shop assistant to join the team.

From welcoming visitors and supporters, to helping find the perfect RNLI gift, every shift plays a part in supporting the lifesaving work of the RNLI.

You don’t need previous experience, just enthusiasm, and a willingness to be part of an amazing team.

It’s a fantastic opportunity to meet new people, learn new skills and support the RNLI’s mission to save every one. 🤩

If you’d like more information or to apply, please private message our page 📧📱

21/06/2026

🌟 HAPPY FATHER’S DAY 🌟

A very happy Father's Day to all the dads who are heroes both on and off the water!

Today we celebrate dads, step dads, grandfathers, carers, those who are father figures to us and the fathers who are no longer with us. 💙

We have a long line of dads at our station whose sons have followed in their footsteps by becoming crew here at Yarmouth, including David & Pete Lemonius, Joe & Howard Lester and Stuart, with Richard & Alex Pimm.
Other family names include: Campbell, Cotton, Harwood, Preece, and Wilcock who all volunteer, or volunteered their time on, and for our lifeboat to help continue to save lives at sea.

Of course, we also have all the amazing dad’s currently on our crew, who get called away from their families when the pagers sound, who we hope have the most wonderful day with their loved ones today.

📸 Kris (1) and Stephen Duncombe - (2)

20/06/2026

☀️ Ready for another heatwave? ☀️

If you’re thinking of heading to the beach this week as the temperature goes back up again, please share our lifesaving advice to help us keep people safe 📢

We are asking you to remember one thing if you're by the water:

- Tilt your head back with your ears submerged
- Relax and try to breathe normally
- Move your hands and legs to help you stay afloat
- It’s OK if your legs sink, we all float differently
- Once your breathing is under control, call for help or swim to safety.

Enjoy and stay safe 🥵

12/06/2026

👏🏼 WELL DONE KRIS 👏🏼

Yarmouth RNLI volunteer, Kris McGuire successfully completed his Tier 1 pass-out on Yarmouth 17-25 ‘Eric and Susan Hiscock ’Wanderer’’ All Weather Lifeboat (ALB) last night! (Thursday 11th June)

This pass out for Kris goes towards his qualifications gained in the RNLI operational competency framework (OCF) which is an integral structure for RNLI volunteer’s training which can take them from joining all the way through to other key all-weather lifeboat roles such as deputy coxswain, deputy mechanic and navigator.

As part of the assessment, Kris had to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in a wide range of key operational tasks—including towing, anchoring, mooring, and casualty care. He also had to show an understanding of emergency protocols, and local operating procedures.

Kris said ‘The training has been well structured from start to finish, providing a solid foundation of skills and experience. Passing out as Tier 1 crew is a real achievement, and I’m incredibly grateful for all the support, guidance and encouragement from the whole crew. I’m proud to be able to contribute to the RNLI’s lifesaving work.’

CONGRATULATIONS KRIS 🎉

For more information on how you can volunteer at Yarmouth RNLI, please email [email protected]

10/06/2026

👗 FASHION SHOW 👗

At the end of last month, our amazing fundraising team hosted Yarmouth’s first (and hopefully not the last!) ladies night fashion show at the Yarmouth Sailing Club!

The night was a roaring success and was enjoyed by all and a total of £765 was raised to help continue the RNLI’s lifesaving work.

A huge thank you to all who attended, our glamorous models and the retailers whose clothes, bags and jewellery were showcased on the runway!

Watch this space for more exciting events hosted by Yarmouth RNLI! 👀 🙌🏼

Blue by the Sea Harwoods of Yarmouth Yarmouth Sailing Club & Tropic with Alison Howard

26/05/2026

☀️ Enjoying this half term heatwave? ☀️

If you’re thinking of heading to the beach this week, please share our lifesaving advice to help us keep people safe 📢

We are asking you to remember one thing if you're by the water:

- Tilt your head back with your ears submerged
- Relax and try to breathe normally
- Move your hands and legs to help you stay afloat
- It’s OK if your legs sink, we all float differently
- Once your breathing is under control, call for help or swim to safety.

Enjoy and stay safe 🥵

23/05/2026

🏃‍♂️ MAYDAY MILE 🏃‍♂️

Kris and Adey are currently on mile 23 out of 31 and between them have raised over £500 for the RNLI!! 🤩

They’ve ran the mile in the mornings, after work in the evenings and have even gone for the mile run after attending a 3am lifeboat shout!

There’s still time to donate before they hit the final mile next Sunday, but in the meantime you can enjoy just a small selection of the photos they’ve been sending through each day! 🤣

It’s been so lovely seeing and hearing all the wonderful comments of support you have been sending through! The horn beeps as you drive pass and the cheers as they run through the town and over Yarmouth Bridge have really motivated the pair! 💪🏼
(especially when the weathers been a bit rubbish for them!) 🌧️

To donate to Kris or Adey’s fundraisers, click the links below: ⬇️

https://fundraise.rnli.org/fundraisers/adrianevans

https://fundraise.rnli.org/fundraisers/kristianmcguire

Keep going team! We’re so proud of you both!
👏🏼 👏🏼

18/05/2026

👗FASHION SHOW👗

There is now LIMITED AVAILABILITY for our ladies evening fashion show on Wednesday 27th May from 6pm.

Join us for a fun evening of fashion from local Island clothing shops including Blue by the Sea, Harwoods of Yarmouth and Blush.
Showcasing a wonderful seasonal selection of clothing, accessories, jewellery, handbags and natural skincare products.

Drinks will be available to purchase, and canapés will available during the interval. (Included within the ticket price!)

🎟️ £15 per person, available to purchase at our RNLI Yarmouth shop - Cash only please - shop opening hours are everyday from 11am until 4pm

🗓️ WED 27th MAY
⏰ FROM 6PM
📍 YARMOUTH SAILING CLUB

Destination Yarmouth
Yarmouth Sailing Club
Blue by the Sea
Harwoods of Yarmouth

17/05/2026

🌊 LIFEJACKET CLINIC PREP 🌊

The Yarmouth RNLI Water Safety team recently spent a very interesting and productive morning at SeaSafe, the UK's leading manufacturer of water safety equipment, learning the finer points of lifejacket inspections.

Lifejackets are a vital way to save lives but only if they are worn and they work.

Sadly, 80% of the lifejackets we inspect have issues of one kind or another.

Our next lifejacket clinic will be on Friday 22nd May at Yarmouth Harbour.

Come and see us for advice or an inspection!

SeaSafe Systems Ltd

Address

Yarmouth Lifeboat Station, The Boatshed
Yarmouth
PO410PQ

Telephone

01983 760066

Website

https://rnli.org/find-my-nearest/lifeboat-stations/yarmouth-lifeboat-station

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