Rnli Collection (page 2)

Coxswain of the Barry Lifeboat Mr. Frank Tinsley watches the life line land on the rocks of the Barry shore after he had fired the rocket carrying the line set up a breeches buoy during an exercise

Tenby lifeboat crew, 1953

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The old lifeboat station at Lizard Point

A lifeboat in Mallaig Scotland
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The launching of a Royal National Lifeboat Institution lifeboat into the water, 1850
3331026 The launching of a Royal National Lifeboat Institution lifeboat into the water, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the launching of a lifeboat into the water)

The launching of a Royal National Lifeboat Institution lifeboat into the water, 1850
3331029 The launching of a Royal National Lifeboat Institution lifeboat into the water, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the launching of a lifeboat into the water)

A standard 33ft Royal National Lifeboat Institution lifeboat, 1850
3331030 A standard 33ft Royal National Lifeboat Institution lifeboat, 1850; (add.info.: Various views of a standard 33ft Royal National Lifeboat Institution lifeboat)

The launching of a Royal National Lifeboat Institution lifeboat into the water, 1850
3331027 The launching of a Royal National Lifeboat Institution lifeboat into the water, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the launching of a lifeboat into the water)

Plan and Sections of the Life-boats adopted by the Royal National Life-boat Institution... 1858. Creator: Unknown
Plan and Sections of the Life-boats adopted by the Royal National Life-boat Institution, designed by James Peake, Esq... 1858

Messrs. Forrestt's Life-Boat Building Yard, Limehouse, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Messrs. Forrestt's Life-Boat Building Yard, Limehouse, [London], 1860. The accompanying Engraving represents the building establishment...known as Norway Yard...where the boats of the Royal

Barometers for life-boat stations, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Barometers for life-boat stations, 1860. Public attention has frequently been called to the invaluable use of a barometer for indicating a coming storm

The Red White and Blue Bazaar at the Agricultural Hall, 1886. Creator: Unknown
The Red White and Blue Bazaar at the Agricultural Hall, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

Blessing the Life-boat, 1886. Creator: Unknown
Blessing the Life-boat, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

The launch of the Ipswich Life-Boat, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The launch of the Ipswich Life-Boat, 1862. Engraving from a photograph by Mr. Dixon Piper. It is calculated that from 30, 000 to 40, 000 persons attended...The life-boat

The Southwold Life-boat making for the rescue of a ship's crew on the outer shoal, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Southwold Life-boat making for the rescue of a ship's crew on the outer shoal, 1862. View of...a very gallant and prompt service rendered on the 28th January by the Southwold life-boat

Former Ark Royal skipper Rear Admiral Wilfred Graham (second from left) and secretary Stan Green (third left) with lifeboatmen at Newbiggin as they inspect the new Atlantic 21 semi inflatable inshore

Coxswain of Mumbles Lifeboat Derek Scott, aged 43 of Mumbles Road, Southend, Gower pictured with the RNLI rescue craft at Mumbles Head. 14th August 1972

The crew of the city of Bradford III at Humber Lifeboat Station at Spurn Point on the Humber Estuary in East Yorkshire. They are front coxswain Robertson Buchan

Tenby lifeboat coxswain Alan Thomas at the Tenby lifeboat station before being presented with the Royal national Lifeboat Institutions silver medal for gallantry in London. 22nd May 1990

Wreck of the SS Fleswick at the entrance to Hayle Estuary, Cornwall. 29th January 1902
On 28th January 1902 the crew of the Hayle lifeboat E.F. Harrison rescued eleven men and a pilot from the grounded 195 ton screw steamer Fleswick which, inward bound to Hayle with coal from Neath

Naming ceremony of Mullions first lifeboat, the Daniel J. Draper, Penzance, Cornwall. 10th September 1867
Launched on 10th September 1867 at Penzance, the boat was a gift from mostly Cornish Wesleyan Methodists in memory of the Reverend Daniel James Draper who perished in the tragic wreck of the SS

The Rother Class lifeboat Alice Upjohn seen here being blessed at the Dungeness RNLI Station. 25th September 1988

The Littlestone Atlantic 21 class lifeboat, The Lady Dart and Long Life II seen here launching. This lifeboat was provided by New Romney and Littlestone Ladies Dart League and Allied Breweries

The Northumberland lifeboat Lizzie Porter, which entered service at Holy Island in 1909 until 1925 before moving to North Sunderland where stayed until 1936

St. Abbs new lifeboat the J. B. Couper of Glasgow takes to the water after
St. Abbs new lifeboat the J.B. Couper of Glasgow takes to the water after the official launching and naming ceremony by Mrs. W.F. Turner of Glasgow. 20th July 1950

The Number 1 lifeboat of Padstow Station, the Joseph Hiram Chadwick, seen against a backdrop of typical Cornish cottages before putting to sea. 1st October 1954

The Newbiggin lifeboat Richard Ashley is hauled back to its shed after a rescue attempt off the Northumberland coast. 16th May 1962

Inaugural ceremony of the new Bembridge, Isle of Wight lifeboat Jesse Lumb. Photo shows the Right Rev. Lord Bishop of Sailsbury Dr. Ernest Neville Lovett C.B.E, D.D

Launching of the Cromer lifeboat H F Bailey. 10th June 1935

New Inshore lifeboat at Hartlepool Lifeboat Station. 27th April 1972

A new rescue craft was tested today at Littlehampton for use as auxiliary and small stations to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution

The "Lady Launchers"of Dungeness, Kent, have - by tradition - for generations
The " Lady Launchers" of Dungeness, Kent, have - by tradition - for generations turned out night and day, in storms and fog, to help launch the lifeboat Mabel. E

Clacton lifeboat with crew on its way to Barrow Deep lightship with Christmas gifts. 23rd December 1950

Women pull the lifeboat ashore at Cresswell lifeboat station in Northumberland. 14th May 1935

Launched and named by Sir Godfrey Baring, chairman of the RNLI, the Elliot Gill, new lifeboat for the Runswick station, lies at her moorings in East Cowes

The crew of the new Tyne class lifeboat Robert and Violet of Moelfre Bay Lifeboat Station in Anglesey, aboard the boat during a familiarisation trial visit to Liverpool for the boat and crew

The Seaton Sluice lifeboat. 8th June 1974

The largest self-righting lifeboat to be built for the Royal National Lifeboat Institution, was tested at Portsmouth today. It was the 48ft

Prototype lifeboat launching tractor being tested by the Hoylake lifeboat crew. The machine, costing over £ 50, 000, is being tested at various lifeboat stations around the coast

Holyheads new RNLB Arun Class lifeboat the Hyman Winstone bedecked in flags at Holyhead Lifeboat Station in Anglesey, North Wales. 7th July 1980

The Hoylake lifeboat Mary Gabriel displayed on the beach for visitors at the Hoylake lifeboat station on the Wirral, Merseyside. 23rd August 1982

Sarah and Anthony Hanlon offer their congratulations to the lifeboat coxswain John McDermott at the Hoylake lifeboat station. 23rd August 1982

Members of the Southwold, Suffolk lifeboat crew leaving harbour in their boat the Mary Scott to carry out their quarterly exercises. The Mary Scott is a sailing and motor lifeboat

Capsizing and self-righting trials of the new lifeboat Princess Marina taking place at H.M Dockyard in Portsmouth. 22nd April 1970

Lifeboatmen pf Walmer, Kent, including Coxwain Fred Upton. 25th November 1945

Kessingland lifeboat the Hugh Taylor out on exercise. 12th March 1934

The Liverpool class RNLB motor lifeboat The Cuttle at RNLI Great Yarmouth and Gorleston-on-Sea Lifeboat Station. Circa 1965

Coxswain Roy Buchan and crewman Ray Dent of Humber Lifeboat Station at Spurn Point on the Humber Estuary in East Yorkshire. 23rd March 1972

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"RNLI: A Legacy of Bravery and Rescue Across the Seas" From the RNLI lookout, brave volunteers keep a watchful eye on the treacherous waters, ready to spring into action at a moment's notice. The former Longhope lifeboat T. G. B ON962, captured leaving Littlehampton, stands as a testament to the dedication and courage of those who have served in saving lives at sea. In Ramsgate, we see the crew of Motor Lifeboat Prudential Back row Thomas William Read - heroes who navigate through stormy seas to bring hope and safety to those in distress. Mumbles Pier in Gower, Swansea showcases the stunning beauty of Wales while reminding us that even amidst such tranquility, danger lurks. The RNLI lifeboat Arab I rests at Padstow quay in Cornwall from 1883-1900 - an iconic symbol of rescue missions carried out during that era. Lifeboat Push in Fowey witnessed its own heroic moments back in September 1990 when it embarked on a mission filled with determination and selflessness. Crewmen like Ken Bean and Ieuan Bateman from Fishguard and Goodwick Lifeboat exemplify unwavering bravery as they face turbulent waters head-on. Barry lifeboat Arthur and Blanche Harris Frederick Batten alongside Eric Fry demonstrate teamwork as they stand united against nature's fury. Appledore in Devon showcases both lifeboats and dedicated crew members working tirelessly to save lives. Their commitment is unwavering even amidst challenging circumstances. Hastings mersey class lifeboat Sealink Endeavour reminds us that England's shores are protected by fearless individuals who risk their lives for others' safety day after day. Tynemouth RNLI station located on North Shields' East Quayside serves as a beacon of hope for those lost at sea. This picture captures their relentless efforts to ensure no one is left behind.