Charity
Island’s Role in Saving Lives at Sea to be Celebrated
Next year marks the charity, which was founded in the island, celebrating its 200 years of saving lives at sea.
The RNLI and Visit Isle of Man have teamed up to highlight the rich nautical heritage of the island.
Next year marks the charity, which was founded in the island, celebrating its 200 years of saving lives at sea.
As part of the plans, a new leaflet including a map and trail has been created pinpointing significant sites across the island, the birthplace of the RNLI, where visitors can explore the lifesaving charity’s proud heritage. The leaflet will be available to accommodation providers, at visitor information centres, the Sea Terminal and Isle of Man Airport.
Allen Corlett, Chairman of the 200th Anniversary Isle of Man Panel and Lifeboat Operations Manager for Peel Lifeboat, said:‘We are thrilled to be collaborating with Visit Isle of Man to celebrate the significance of the Isle of Man in the RNLI’s history. Sir William Hillary’s vision for a service dedicated to saving lives at sea became a reality in March 1824. Now nearly 200 years later, the commitment of RNLI lifesavers continues, assisted by a community of generous supporters.
‘The RNLI 200 Showcase Evening where we presented our exciting plans was very well received.
‘We are grateful to have had the opportunity to let local businesses and organisations know how they can be part of our celebrations and to enable them to work with us and Visit Isle of Man to share the RNLI’s 200th year with their guests, visitors and friends. We hope people will be inspired by our plans, promotional materials and events to continue their support for the RNLI.’
A map proof was unveiled which showcases some of the significant sites in the island, including the five RNLI Lifeboat Stations at Douglas, Ramsey, Peel, Port St Mary and Port Erin.
The map will also show other locations relevant to the story of the RNLI in the Isle of Man, such as the resting place of Sir William Hillary, the bronze sculpture paying tribute to the bravery of lifeboat crews in Douglas’ Sunken Garden, a plaque commemorating the loss of
