Latest News Stories
A letter to the media from the RNLI’s Chairman – Re: The RNLI Lifeguard Service
The RNLI Chairman, Stuart Popham, has written a letter to the national press in response to media coverage of the charity's lifeguard service provision. I am writing as Chairman of the RNLI Board of Trustees
Porthcawl RNLI’s Atlantic 85 launched to capsized kayaker
Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by UK Coastguard at 6.47am on Saturday 30 May to assist a kayaker who had capsized between Newton and Tusker Rock. The kayaker was with a friend but had
Stop. Think. Stay Safe. RNLI in Wales issues important safety advice as Welsh Government announces latest lockdown changes
The RNLI in Wales has reacted to the Welsh Government’s plans for easing lockdown with an important safety warning. The Government’s changes, from Monday, will limit people to stay local and to not generally travel
Do not head to the coast this weekend – Stay home to save lives
It might be tempting to head to the coast this weekend, but please remember to follow Government instructions: stay home to save lives. Enjoy the view from our live cam at 🏡 porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk #StayHomeSaveLives
Porthcawl RNLI volunteer launches online gym classes to keep the community fit
Local gym owner and Porthcawl RNLI crew member Gareth Charnock has launched live online gym classes open to the whole community aimed at getting them fit. Gareth who has been a member of the RNLI
Safety advice for coastal visitors during COVID-19 outbreak
The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is urging anyone planning a visit to the coast this weekend to stay safe and not take any unnecessary risks. Given the current COVID-19 outbreak and the importance of
Latest Shouts
Launch 91/25 – 📟 9.00pm
Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew were paged by HM Coastguard and tasked to assist with a multi-agency search off Sandy Bay. The charity’s Atlantic 85 Rose of the Shires was launched to assist with the search.
Launch 90/25 – 📟 1.08pm
Porthcawl RNLI’s volunteer crew were tasked by HM Coastguard to investigate a report of Paddleboarders in difficulty at Newton Point. The charity’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat Rose of the Shires was launched on service and made best
Latest Events
RescueFest 2025
Click here to download demonstration times as a PDF RescueFest is Porthcawl RNLI's exciting, free, family friendly open day and rescue demonstration event. Expect action packed demonstrations and displays by the RNLI, South Wales Fire