Exmouth RNLI
Saving lives at sea……….
In an emergency at the coast, call 999 or 112 and ask for the coastguard.
Operational Update
Our Shannon class all-weather lifeboat, R and J Welburn (13-03), will launch for its scheduled training exercise at 18:00 on Wednesday. Following the exercise, the lifeboat will remain on the wet mooringh in the river overnight and will not be recovered to the station.
Recovery is planned for 18:00 on Thursday 9th July.
You can find out where 13-03 R and J Welburn is at any time by using our tracking tool
Our Legacy and Mission
Our lifesaving journey began in 1803, when the first lifeboat came into service. Although the original boat and station were tragically lost to a storm in 1814, the spirit of rescue endured. In 1858, the RNLI committed to re-establishing a station in Exmouth, and by 1859, our first RNLI lifeboat, Victoria, was proudly launched.
Since then, Exmouth RNLI has stood as a beacon of hope and safety along the Devon coast. Our dedicated volunteers brave the elements to rescue those in danger at sea, delivering vital services that have saved countless lives.
Beyond rescue missions, we are passionate about community education and water safety, helping ensure everyone can enjoy the sea with confidence and care.
Join us in our mission—to protect lives, support our volunteers, and keep our coastline safe for all
This site is maintained by the volunteers of Exmouth Lifeboat Station and, as such, is not an official RNLI website.
Latest Shouts.....
4/7/26 -At 01:25hrs HM Coastguard requested we launch to a casualty suffering a medical episode on a boat in the river
29/6/26 – ILB tasked by HM Coastguard at 20:04hrs to two people cut off by the tide at Rodney Bay
26/6/26 – Both boats tasked at 20:50hrs by HM Coastguard to assist in a multi-agency search off Sidmouth
When someone dials 999 and the coastguard decides a lifeboat is needed, they call our station’s Launch Authority. If the launch is approved, the crew’s pagers go off and our volunteer crew drop everything to respond. That is what we call a ‘shout.’
There is always something going on at Exmouth RNLI, you can find out more here...........
Our Lifesaving Services
24/7 Rescue Operations
Our dedicated team is always ready to respond to emergencies, ensuring safety at sea around the clock.
Community Education
We offer educational programs to promote water safety and prevent accidents before they happen.
State-of-the-Art Equipment
Equipped with the latest technology, our lifeboats and gear are designed to handle the toughest conditions.