Latest News Stories
RNLI in Wales launches new campaign as survey reveals 30M plan summer coast trip
In light of the stark figures which reveal 30M people are planning to hit the UK coast this summer, the RNLI in Wales is taking steps to ensure their safety. With uncertainty over foreign holidays and
Porthcawl RNLI crew rescue two from rock at Newton Point
Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by UK Coastguard on Friday 14 May after they’d received a 999 call reporting that two teenagers were trapped on a rock by the incoming tide at Newton Point,
Long Service Medals for Porthcawl RNLI Fundraisers
Diana John with Mark Dowie On a recent visit to Porthcawl lifeboat, RNLI CEO, Mark Dowie, was delighted to be able to present four stalwarts of the fundraising team with long service medals.
Harry Lidgley stops off at Porthcawl during 7000km cycling challenge
Harry Lidgley stopped at the lifeboat station today (8 May 2021) whilst cycling the entire coastline of mainland Great Britain (a total of 7000km). Having set out on 1 May from the RNLI Support Centre
Porthcawl RNLI’s annual figures for 2020
The RNLI’s annual figures for 2020 have been released this week which show that Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew: Launched the charity's inshore lifeboats 45 times, aiding 81 people and saving 11 lives. just over half
Strong easterly winds and Spring tides lead to busy Saturday for Porthcawl RNLI
Porthcawl RNLI volunteers had a busy few hours on Saturday 24 April launching to five incidents within a few hours. Many of the incidents were caused by very strong easterly winds which were offshore at
Latest Shouts
Launch 11+12/24 – 📟 11.01pm
Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to assist with a multi-agency search taking place along the Porthcawl coastline. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires and relief D Class Peggy D
Launch 10/24 – 📟 4.27pm
HM Coastguard tasked Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew following a report a windsurfer may be in difficulty in Newton Bay during the tail end of #StormKathleen. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched
Latest Events
RescueFest 2024
RescueFest 2024 is Porthcawl RNLI's exciting, free, family friendly open day and rescue demonstration event. Expect action packed demonstrations and displays by the RNLI, emergency services and other organisations. Plus, newfoundland dog display, entertainment and
Porthcawl RNLI Fundraising and Events Group AGM
Porthcawl RNLI Fundraising & Event Group will be holding their AGM at Porthcawl RNLI station on Monday 13 May at the RNLI Station at 6.00pm. All welcome.