RNLI Celebrates 200 Years of Lifesaving Service

The Royal National Lifeboat Institution marks two centuries of saving lives with ceremonies and reflections on its history and future.

• The RNLI commemorated its 200th anniversary with a thanksgiving service at Westminster Abbey, attended by the Archbishop of Canterbury, the Duke of Kent, and representatives from across the UK.
• Since its founding in 1824, the RNLI has saved over 146,000 lives, launching lifeboats 380,328 times and responding to over 300,000 beach emergencies.
• Volunteers and those rescued by the RNLI shared stories of the charity's vital role in saving lives at sea, highlighting the importance of its continued service.
• Innovations over the years, from cork lifejackets to modern water jets, have kept the RNLI at the forefront of lifesaving technology.
• The RNLI aims to inspire future generations of lifesavers and supporters, ensuring the continuation of its mission for another 200 years.

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