The RNLI is a charity that provides a 24-hour lifesaving service around the UK and Republic of Ireland.

Our volunteer crews give up their time and comfort to carry out rescues in difficult and often dangerous conditions.

Since the RNLI was founded in 1824, its lifeboats have saved more than 137,000 lives.
In 2004 RNLI lifeboats rescued 7,507 people - an average of 21 people per day. RNLI Beach Lifeguards assisted 9,041 people.