Appledore and Clovelly RNLI Water Safety Team

15/03/2026

08/03/2026

🚨🌊 RNLI Water Safety Day – Appledore Lifeboat Station 🌊🚨

📅 Saturday 28th March 2026
⏰ 11am – 1pm
📍 Appledore Lifeboat Station

Are you out on the Rivers Taw & Torridge? Whether you sail, motor, paddleboard, kayak, fish or swim — this event is open to ALL water users.

Join the RNLI Water Safety Team for a relaxed, friendly and informative morning at the station:

🔶 FREE Lifejacket Clinic – Bring your lifejackets along and we’ll show you how to carry out a quick safety check to make sure they’re ready to save lives.
🔶 Water Safety Advice – Practical, local safety advice for anyone using the Taw & Torridge.
🔶 See the Lifeboats – Get up close to the boats that protect our community.
🔶 Visit the Station Shop – Support your local lifeboat station while you’re there.

Whether you’re experienced on the water or just starting out, we’re here to help you enjoy it safely.

⚠️ Remember: If you see anyone in trouble on the coast, in the water, or in the estuaries — dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

Bring your family, bring your friends, bring your lifejackets — and help us spread the word!

💙 Stay safe. Respect the water. Support your RNLI.

08/03/2026

Yesterday one of the Appledore & Clovelly RNLI Water Safety team, Matt, travelled down to Saltash Sailing Club to support the Plymouth RNLI Water Safety team with their Lifejacket Clinic.

It was a great opportunity for local boat owners to bring along their lifejackets to be checked, ask questions, and make sure their equipment is ready for the season ahead. The team were also joined by Force Four Chandlery who were on hand selling lifejackets and re-arming kits, helping people get their kit sorted on the day.

By the end of the clinic the teams had collectively checked 66 lifejackets — a fantastic turnout and an important step in helping keep people safe on the water.

For Matt, the personal tally for the day was 2 cups of coffee and 3 biscuits! ☕🍪

A huge thank you to the Plymouth RNLI Water Safety team and the Saltash RNLI Fundraising Branch for the warm welcome and a great day of teamwork.

Remember — a lifejacket can only save your life if it works. If you haven’t checked yours recently, now is a great time to do it.

04/03/2026

Is your watersport equipment clearly labelled? 🏄🏻‍♀️

Adding your contact details to your canoe, paddleboard, kayak, or other kit helps us reach you quickly if you ever get separated from it. If we find your equipment, we can contact you straight away to confirm you’re safe.

You can order our free waterproof labels here: https://f.mtr.cool/szhglwscuu

Once they arrive, write your details on and stick the label securely to your equipment.

12/02/2026

Wondering what to do this Half Term? FREE guided tours at RNLI Appledore Lifeboat Station between 2-4pm on 16, 17 and 19 Feb. Accompanied children and well behaved dogs very welcome, no booking required

29/12/2025

20/12/2025

Wise words from our Coastguard colleagues

14/11/2025

09/10/2025

Could you help save lives at sea, as an RNLI Water Safety Volunteer? We are currently recruiting in the Appledore area for a Water Safety Adviser.



You might already be involved in the RNLI or be new to the organisation, all applications are welcome, and training will be provided. As part of the water safety team, you will play an important part of RNLI Lifesaving Operations by sharing vital water safety messages, supporting or running events and helping to educate and equip water users from all spheres to enjoy the sea safely.



Check out the links below for more information and how to apply.

http://volunteering.rnli.org/vacancy/water-safety-adviser---appledore-597150.html

01/08/2025

🌊🚨 This morning, Tom—one of our fantastic RNLI Education Volunteers—was at Bideford Library, chatting with visitors about beach safety and the importance of knowing how to .

With the summer holidays in full swing, it’s more important than ever to stay safe by the sea:
👉 Always visit a lifeguarded beach
👉 If you get into trouble in the water: Tilt your head back, relax, and float
👉 In an emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard

🏖 RNLI Lifeguards are on duty daily from 10am to 6pm at:
✅ Westward Ho!
✅ Sandymere
✅ Croyde
✅ Woolacombe

Look out for the red and yellow flags and always swim between them. Stay safe and enjoy our beautiful North Devon coast! 🌞

30/07/2025

URGENT Product recall for Helly Hansen Lifejackets Helly Hansen Recalls Navigare Comfort, Navigare Scan, Junior Safe+ and Kid Safe+ Lifejackets .

For more information please see the below link

https://www.hellyhansen.com/en_ie/recall

https://www.hellyhansen.com/en_ie/recall

26/07/2025