Teddington RNLI which was first established in 1824, marked 200 years in service in 2024, and saved the lives of three people last year.
Alongside this accolade the station’s lifeboats, manned by a crew of volunteers, were called out 113 times last year, with a total of 130 launches
The crew, which operates in the busy River Thames, held 102 water safety events to help those who live near the river or visit the sea to understand what to do in an emergency, and also conducted 193 lifejacket checks.
2024 was a major year for the RNLI charity, which celebrated its 200th anniversary by attending a special service at Westminster Abbey, as well as other charity events throughout the year, including participating in Remembrance Day.
In a statement, the Lifeboat Operations Manager gave thanks to the volunteers, which the charity relies on to carry out its vital and often life-saving missions.
Matt Allchurch, Lifeboat Operations Manager, said: “The achievements of all of our crwe whether rescuers, educators, safety team, fundraisers, or advisors are commendable. Every member of Teddington RNLI is a volunteer.
“They give their time, expertise and often sleep for the good of our community. Everything that they have done in our 200th Anniversary year has been impressive and made a real difference. Look out for news of what is happening in 2025.“
