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The RNLI
Purpose
     The RNLI Saves Lives at Sea
Vision:
     To be recognised universally as the most effective, innovative and dependable lifeboat service
Values:
     In all we do or say, we will;
     
  • Recognise the courage, commitment and humanity of our crews
  • Strive to maintain our volunteer ethos
  • Harness staff professionalism and expertise in support of our volunteers
  • Seek the highest standards
  • Maintain our independence and build the trust of the public
  • Encourage open and effective communication

The Royal National Lifeboat Institution is a registered charity ( No 206903) and exists to save lives at sea. It provides on call, a 24hr service to cover search and rescue requirements up to 50 miles out from the coast of the UK and the Republic of Ireland .

There are 233 Lifeboat stations around the country including the Lifeboats in the Thames and on Inland waters, Hovercraft also play an important role in saving lives at certain stations in the UK.

There are some 4,600 lifeboat crew around the coasts of the UK and Ireland , of which over 300 are women. They are mostly volunteers who come from many walks of life within their local communities and will readily exchange their leisure, comfort and sleep for cold, wet and fatigue in situations that test their skill, strength and nerve.

Crews spend many hours of their own time training to become skilled and highly efficient, and their lifesaving work is essential, often difficult and sometimes dangerous.
 
Join the RNLI
To help the RNLI save lives at sea, why not join up; there are several options;


Adult Membership Annual subscription rates

          UK   RoI  (euro's)
Shoreline single      £24.00          34.00
Shoreline joint      £42.00          60.00
Offshore single      £60.00          86.00
Offshore joint    £102.00        146.00
Governor single      £72.00        103.00
Governor joint    £120.00        172.00
Life Governor (One -off payment) £1,750.00     2,512.00

Children's Membership
Why not join the children up in Storm Force , an exciting club for younger members, you will receive exciting goodies and a magazine 4 times a year.

Single member

     £7.50         10.50

Contact the RNLI's Supporter Care team for more information; telephone 0845 121 4999 or email supporter_care@rnli.org.uk

If you do not wish to join, but would like to make a donation to the RNLI, call the RNLI on 08451226999 or write to the;

RNLI
WEST QUAY ROAD
POOLE
DORSET
BH15 1HZ

 

For further information on the RNLI, go to www.rnli.org.uk

RNLI launches brand new website on Sea Safety and advice for boaters.
www.rnliseasafety.org.uk

SEA CHECK

The aim of Sea Safety is to reduce the number of accidents at sea.
Sea Check is a free service offered by the RNLI to boat owners. A highly trained volunteer will offer free advice on safety equipment and tips.

For further info contact the RNLI on 0800 3280600