Kilmore Quay RNLI came to the aid of a 9m motorboat with engine failure near the Saltee Islands on Monday afternoon (27 July).

Arklow RNLI marks a remarkable milestone this year as it celebrates 200 years of lifesaving service with a special Lifeboat Station Open Day on Sunday, 2 August 2026.

Wicklow RNLI Lifeboat Station welcomed hundreds of visitors on Sunday (19 July) for its annual Open Day, as the volunteer crew and fundraising team opened the station and lifeboats to the public for an afternoon of family fun, demonstrations and lifesaving advice.

The Galway lifeboat station at the New Docks in Galway will hold an open day on Sunday 28 September from 11am to 4pm and everyone is welcome to visit the station, see the lifeboat and meet the crew.

Fenit RNLI will open its doors for its station open day on Sunday 7 September from 1-5pm. All are welcome to attend for a fun-filled day out for all the family.

On Sunday last (20 July) Wicklow RNLI volunteers opened its station doors and lifeboats to the public. Considering the heavy rain early in the morning, it turned into a successful day which was enjoyed by all.

Arklow RNLI will open its doors for it's annual station open day on Sunday 3 August from 12:30-5:30pm. All are welcome to attend for a fun-filled day out for all the family.