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Felixstowe's independent lifeboat and a founder member of the National Independent Lifeboat Association (NILA).

A local charity that has been saving lives and performing rescues amongst one of the busiest seaways in the UK for more than 20 years.

03/11/2026

🔥 REMEMBER, REMEMBER... THE TIDE DOESN'T STOP FOR NOVEMBER! 🌊

It's Bonfire Night on 5th November, and many of us will be enjoying fireworks and celebrations across our local area.

If you're heading out to enjoy an evening along Felixstowe seafront or our beautiful coastline, please remember that setting off your own fireworks or lighting bonfires on Felixstowe beach is not permitted.

🚫 Please don't set off fireworks on the beach.
🚫 No bonfires or open fires on the beach.
🎆 Enjoy organised firework displays instead.

And while you're out enjoying the evening, spare a thought for the water:

⚠️ Keep a safe distance from the water's edge.
⚠️ Take extra care around the pier, rock groynes, and our promenade.
⚠️ Keep children and dogs close, especially in the dark
⚠️ Remember cold water shock can affect anyone.

The evenings are darker, the water is getting colder and tides and currents can be unpredictable.

Enjoy the celebrations safely, respect our coastline and look out for one another.

If you see someone in trouble in the water, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard. Never enter the water yourself.

For The Safety Of All 🧡

01/11/2026

We love seeing how businesses of all sizes, big or small, and as unique as they are, get behind and support their local lifeboat. 🧡

The Dip is just one of those wonderful local businesses, and we’re incredibly grateful for their support, kindness and for taking the time to talk about the work we do.

It really does mean so much to us.

Support local businesses. Support Felixstowe Lifeboat. 🧡🚤

31/10/2026

🎃 👻 TRICK OR TREAT?... Our crew love a treat! 🍬

While you are enjoying Halloween, some of our volunteer crew will be keeping their pagers close, ready to respond to drop everything and launch if someone needs our help. 🚨

Want to give our crew a treat this Halloween? Here's your chance!

Rather than sweets and chocolate, why not treat Felixstowe Lifeboat to a donation or purchasing something from our Amazon Wishlist? 🎁
Every treat, big or small, makes a difference!

Make a donation or find the link to our Wishlist at: www.felixstowelifeboat.org.uk/donate

Have a spooktacular Halloween, stay safe and thank you for supporting your local independent lifeboat!

For The Safety Of All 🧡

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24/10/2026

⏰ THE CLOCKS GO BACK, BUT WE'RE STILL ON CALL 🚨 🌊

Tomorrow, many if us will enjoy an extra hour in bed as the clocks go back. 🛌 💤
But our volunteer crew at Felixstowe Lifeboat, that extra hour means another hour on call, ready to respond if someone needs our help.

Whether its day or night, summer or winter, our crew give up their own time to help keep others safe on the water.

🧡 Could you be part of our team? We're always keen to hear from people who want to make a difference in their local community. Whether you're interested in joining our boat crew, helping launch and recover our lifeboat and offering general shore support, or getting involved in fundraising, there could be a role for you.

You don't need to be an experience sailor to get involved - just enthusiasm, commitment and a willingness to learn.

🌊 Give us a little of your time and help us be there when it matter most.
Get in touch to find out more about volunteering and joining our team.
📩 mailto:[email protected]
🌐 http://www.felixstowelifeboat.org.uk

For The Safety Of All 🧡

22/10/2026

⚠️ Weather Warning - Friday 23 October ⚠️

Storm Austen 🌬️ - The Met Office has issued a YELLOW wind warning for Suffolk and Essex, with coastal gusts potentially reaching 50mph.
Conditions are expected to remain unsettled into the weekend, with high winds and rough seas.

🚨 A few important reminders from us:

🌊 Respect the water. Keep well back from sea walls, promenades, and exposed coastal areas where waves are breaking. Waves can be unpredictable, and a sudden surge can sweep you into the water.

🐕 Keep children and dogs safe. Stay alert near the waters edge and keep dogs on lead where conditions demand it.

🧥 Be prepared. Check the weather forecast before heading out, and avoid unnecessary risks in exposed areas.

🛟 Know what to do in an emergency. If you enter the water unexpectedly, try to fight the instinct to swim immediately. Float on your back until you can control your breathing.
If you see someone in difficulty, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard. Throw something that floats if you can do so safely, never enter the water yourself to attempt a rescue.

Our volunteer crew are always ready to respond when called, but prevention is always better than rescue. Please share this message to help keep our local community and visitors safe.

Felixstowe Lifeboat - For The Safety Of All 🧡

18/10/2026

🚨 Tasking - Sunday 18th October 🚨

Whilst some of our volunteer crew were out on the water undertaking routine training, at approximately 1310hrs, they became aware of a Pan-Pan, involving a yacht experiencing difficulties within our operational area. The crew and lifeboat were subsequently tasked by HM Coastguard to assist. With assistance from NCI Felixstowe, the yacht was later located near to Wadgate Ledge.

Upon arrival, our crew assessed the situation and initially escorted the yacht before taking it under tow to the nearest safe haven at Harwich Ha'penny Pier. On arrival the crew were met by the Harbour Master and Walton Coastguard Rescue Team.

Having safely delivered the yacht and its crew to a safe location, our volunteers returned to Suffolk Yacht Harbour, where additional crew were waiting to assist with preparing the lifeboat for its next shout, whenever that might be.

A great example of our volunteers' commitment, teamwork and readiness to respond when called upon.

For The Safety Of All 🧡

11/10/2026

🧡 EVERY COIN MAKES A DIFFERENCE 🧡

A huge thank you to everyone who supported our collection at Tesco Martlesham Heath yesterday!

Two of our fantastic volunteers spent time collecting donations and raised an incredible £184.00 for Felixstowe Lifeboat! 🚤 🌊 (And in just over two hours as well!)

Every penny really does counts and helps us keep our lifeboat operational, maintain our rescue equipment and provide our volunteer crew with the essential PPE and training they need to respond when called upon.

As an independent lifeboat charity, we rely entirely on the generosity of our community and the support of the people like you to help us continue our lifesaving work along our local coastline and waterways.

A massive thank you to everyone who stopped to chat as well as as those who donated. The public support is incredible!

Fancy joining our fundraising team? We're looking to grow our Fundraising and Events Team ahead of what promises to be a busy 2027! No experience is needed - just enthusiasm and willingness to help.
📩 Get in touch if you'd like to be part of the team!

Felixstowe Lifeboat - For The Safety Of All 🧡

09/10/2026

Update: These flood alerts are no longer in place.

Several flood alerts, meaning flooding is possible, have been issued by the Environment Agency due to high tides:

🔶 The Suffolk coast at Southwold
🔶 The Suffolk coast from Lowestoft to Bawdsey
🔶 The tidal Deben estuary
🔶 The Suffolk and Essex coast from Felixstowe to Clacton including Orwell and Stour estuaries

Check for flood alerts at https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/alerts-and-warnings

03/10/2026

Celebrating 30 Years of Service - RNLI's Albert Brown ALB.

Felixstowe Lifeboat was delighted to attend, following an invitation from our colleagues at RNLI Harwich Lifeboat Station, to celebrate 30 years of service of the Albert Brown All-Weather Lifeboat.

We were also pleased to take our own lifeboat, Last Orders, along to be part of the celebrations, marking this special milestone alongside our friends and colleagues at Harwich RNLI.

It was a real privilege to share this special occasion with the family, friends and loved ones of both the current and former crew members, recognising three decades of dedication and service to saving lives at sea.

As an independent lifeboat charity, we are proud to work alongside and support our RNLI colleagues. We share a common purpose, a commitment to water safety and a passion for helping those in need on our local waters.

We would like to thank Harwich RNLI for the kind invitation and for making us feel welcome at such a memorable occasion.

Congratulations to everyone who has served aboard the Albert Brown over the past 30 years. Here's to recognising the dedication, teamwork and commitment that make our lifeboat services so special. 👏

Working together - For The Safety Of All 🧡

01/10/2026

THANK YOU THURSDAY | ONE YEAR ON... STILL GOING STRONG!🧡

This week we're shining a spotlight on the generous support from Martello Transport Ltd, who donated a stretcher to Felixstowe Lifeboat a year ago.

12 months on, and it's still going strong! 💪

The stretcher remains in regular use, supporting us operationally and in our training, helping our volunteer crew develop skills and confidence needed to respond when people need us most.

Donations like this make a real difference to an independent lifeboat charity like ours. Every piece of equipment, every contribution and every act of generosity help us continue providing a vital rescue service to our local community and surround area.

From everyone at Felixstowe Lifeboat, thank you, Martello Transport, for supporting our volunteers and helping us be there when it matters. 🙌

🤝 COULD YOUR BUSINESS HELP MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

If your business or employer could support Felixstowe Lifeboat in any way, whether through equipment donations, funding, sponsorship, materials or other practical support, we'd love to hear from you. please get in touch!

Together, we can help keep our crew equipped, trained and ready to respond. 🚤 🧡

Address

Searsons Farm, Cordys Lane
Trimley
IP110UD

Telephone

+447944054795

Website

https://felixstowelifeboat.org.uk/, https://felixstowelifeboat.org.uk/donate

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