Saving Lives
David Owen
'Thanks to the lifeboat team for their professional and prompt service in attending to our dilemma'
Rescued by Hoylake lifeboat
How we work
Find out more about the rescue process and the people who make it happen at the sharp end and behind the scenes
How we work
Facts and figures
Find out the latest RNLI facts and figures, including lifeboat and lifeguard services
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Running costs
Our running costs average around £330,000 (€484,510) a day. For every £1 raised, 78p is spent on operations, 3p is spent on support and 19p is spent on fundraising.
Rescue testimonials
Grateful thanks and personal experiences of those rescued by the RNLI
Read rescue testimonials