RNLI Tighnabruaich Lifeboat

26/08/2026

Volunteer crew complete training at RNLI HQ to prepare for sea rescue. You can read about our latest recruit Timothy's experience.

The station’s latest volunteer recently travelled to the specialist facility RNLI College in Poole, Dorset to complete emergency procedures training for new boat crew. Trainees practise in the training pool there to prepare for real life rescue service.

21/07/2026

Report here from colleagues on Arran who also launched to assist on a callout at the weekend

🚨 SHOUT TO BUTE !!! 🚨

On Saturday afternoon our pagers went off to assist a vessel that had run aground reportedly with engine difficulties on Bute!

Despite the busy holiday traffic the volunteer crew were at the station and launched the lifeboat in 10 minutes. This enabled us to make good speed to the south of Bute even with the Clyde being choppy at times.

On arrival at the scene they joined the volunteer crew from RNLI Tighnabruaich Lifeboat and on the shore were Rothesay Coastguard Rescue Team.

The casualty vessel was luckily very lightly grounded and the coastguard were able to push them into deeper water. The casualty vessel then left the scene with the engine now working.

Luckily Arran RNLI’s crew weren't needed so were stood down and arrived home to the boathouse in Lamlash where the lifeboat was cleaned, refueled and made ready for service.

A special thanks needs to be said to all the crew who stayed on shore to assist with launch & recovery. It was very busy and a lot of public were close to the lifeboat station … our shore crew did a great job of keeping everyone safe while still understanding the urgency of the situation.

If you see someone in trouble at sea or along the coast, please don’t hesitate to dial 999 or 112 and ask for the coastguard.

14/07/2026

With more hot weather forecast this week, the RNLI and Water Safety Scotland are teaming up to remind everyone to stay safe while enjoying the water 🌊

If you are keen to feel the cool embrace of Scottish water during the warm weather, then remember, warm air does not mean warm water. Scotland’s water remains cool when the sun would say otherwise.

Refresh yourself on how to stay safe in cold waters by learning Scotland’s Water Safety Code:

🛑Stop and Think, Spot the Dangers

👫Stay Together, Stay Close

📞 In an emergency, call 999

13/07/2026

Thanks to all those involved and who supported Lifeboat Day on Saturday - a great community event

Read more about it via the link

Thanks to Jim Hunter for photos capturing the event so well

https://rnli.org/news-and-media/2026/july/12/rnli-tighnabruaich-lifeboat-day-well-supported

A great crowd supported the event which included a pop-up tearoom in the lifeboat station, barbecue and stalls at the pier as well as the annual raft race.

11/07/2026

Time to grab some lunch in the station 'tearoom' and browse the stalls at the pier!

09/07/2026

This Saturday - come along and enjoy some lunch, the raft race, browse the stalls, and support the charity that saves lives at sea

06/07/2026

Weather outlook improving for this weekend - who will win this year's races?

Could it be you? 🏆

04/07/2026

Remember to pick up your tickets for next week's RNLI raffle when you're out and about at

Portavadie Marina
The Oystercatcher Pub in Otter Ferry
Kames Village Store
Colintraive Shop
RNLI shop in Tighnabruaich
The Charity Shop in Tighnabruaich
Sandra's at Five West

30/06/2026

Tickets now on sale!!

Tickets for the raffle to be drawn at RNLI Lifeboat Day on 11th July are now on sale at the following places:-

Portavadie Marina
The Oystercatcher Pub in Otter Ferry
Kames Village Store
Colintraive Shop
RNLI shop in Tighnabruaich
The Charity Shop in Tighnabruaich
Sandra's at Five West

Please do come along and enjoy the day but purchase your tickets in advance to save disappointment as they go fast!

28/06/2026

Time to get building!

The raft race is a key part of Lifeboat Day on 11 July running from the RNLI station to the village pier

The more entries, the merrier!