RNLI Lifeboat Station

There has been a lifeboat station at Barry Dock since 1901. If you would like to find out more about the many men and women who have risked their lives for others since that first shout please contact the Lifeboat Visits Officer below to arrange a visit.

During a visit you can view the historical display inside the working boathouse and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee as you soak up over a century of local heroism.

Groups

Pre-booked groups can try the Lifeboat hands on action stations that will show you just what it's like to be a lifeboat crew member. Great for family days out.

Open: To arrange a visit please contact the Lifeboats Visits Officer on the number below.

Parking: Free car parking, limited spaces.

Charges: Free entry, donations welcome!

Contact

Barry Dock Lifeboat Station, Barry Island

Tel: 01446 735678 (Station) or 07814 649144 (Lifeboats Visits Officer)

Web: www.rnli.org.uk

Location

Road: Follow the signs for Barry Island and as you approach the fairground follow the RNLI signs to the lifeboat station.

Bus: Contact Traveline Wales 0871 200 2233 for local routes. Bus stop at Marine Hotel. Follow the RNLI sign down the road to the lifeboat station.

Train: Arrive at Barry Island Station. Turn left out of the station entrance and follow the RNLI signs to the lifeboat station (approximately one mile). Tel: 08457 484950 for rail information.