Burry Port RNLI

01/10/2026

We were pleased to welcome Chief Executive of the RNLI Peter Sparks and the team to Burry Port Lifeboat Station on Tuesday 29th of September as part of the One Crew Update filming. After the filming Peter had a guided tour of the station and met some of our volunteers at Burry Port RNLI.

Our thanks go to all crew and volunteers who supported the visit and ensured the day ran efficiently. Your continued commitment to the station is greatly appreciated.

🏅During Peter Sparks’ visit volunteer crew member Lee Howells was presented his 20 years service medal for volunteering with the RNLI. Congratulations from all at Burry Port RNLI.

27/09/2026

🚨A Busy Evening for Burry Port RNLI🚨

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At 17:15 on Saturday 26th of September, Burry Port RNLI were tasked to an immediate launch following reports of two people and a dog in the water off Pembrey Old Harbour. As the crew prepared to launch, a second report came in of one person and a dog being swept out to sea near the lighthouse.

Once the D Class ‘RNLI‑911 Challenge’ launched, HM Coastguard confirmed both reports related to the same incident. The lifeboat arrived on scene at 17:18, locating one person and one dog in the water, while the second person had managed to swim ashore and alert the HM Coastguard. Burry Port Coastguard CRT were also in attendance. The D Class transferred the casualty and dog back to Burry Port Lifeboat Station, where they were checked over by Burry Port RNLI crew and Burry Port Coastguard CRT. The second casualty later arrived at the station and was assessed, with both requiring no medical assistance. The lifeboat was recovered at 17:40 and made ready for service at 18:10.

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Later that evening, under night-time, partly cloudy conditions, the crew were tasked again at 20:25 to a yacht with one person onboard experiencing electrical failure and gearbox issues off Worms Head. The Atlantic 85 ‘The Misses Barrie’ launched at 20:40, making best speed to the casualty vessel and arriving on scene at 20:58. At 21:11, the Atlantic commenced a tow and requested HM Coastguard to task Mumbles ALB to assist with the passage back to Swansea Marina.

Mumbles ALB met the Atlantic at 22:05, and at 22:16 the casualty was transferred and the tow taken over. Burry Port were stood down and returned to station at 22:59, where the lifeboat was washed down, refuelled, and made ready for service.

👏 Thank you to Burry Port Coastguard, Rhossili Coastguard and Mumbles ALB for their support and teamwork.

📸Eli Jenkins

27/09/2026

26/09/2026

Scarecrow Fest at St Mary’s Church! 🌾🤍

Today, St Mary’s Church in Burry Port hosted a brilliant Scarecrow Fest to celebrate the Harvest Festival — and our Burry Port Fundraising Team were proud to get involved.

We created our very own scarecrow, ‘Nessa’ inspired by the iconic character from Gavin & Stacey — complete with attitude, hoops, and a proper Welsh vibe! She definitely turned heads and brought plenty of smiles.

A huge thank you to everyone who visited, supported, and celebrated the day.

📸Tara Owen

18/09/2026

We are saddened to hear of the death of former Burry Port RNLI Helm Owain Davies who served the station for nearly 25 years.

Everyone at Burry Port RNLI sends their sincere condolences to Owain's family and friends at this difficult time.

Owain Davies’ family said they had “suffered an unimaginable loss”, describing him as “driven and determined”.

15/09/2026

Looking for a new volunteering challenge?

Could you contribute to the RNLI’s vision of saving everyone by supporting a Water Safety Plan to help people enjoy the water safely at Burry Port RNLI.

Find out more and apply: https://volunteer.rnli.org/opportunities/122310-water-safety-officer-burry-port-lifeboat-station-2026-09-01

📸Hannah Scoular