Shoreham Lifeboat Station

Shoreham Lifeboat

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Type: Heritage / Visitor Centre

Situated on Kingston Beach adjacent to the lighthouse, is the lifeboat station. Manned all year round by local volunteers, it is home to historical memorabilia and artifacts.
Over its 140-year history Shoreham Harbour lifeboat crew have been presented with over 20 awards for gallantry. The all weather lifeboat was one of 19 lifeboats that took part in the evacuation of the British Expeditionary Force from Dunkirk.
2010 - 2011 There is a great new station being built so visitors must telephone to confirm arrangements for any visits.

Opening Times

open (01/01/2012 - 31/12/2012)

Contact Details

Kingston Beach
Brighton Road
Shoreham By Sea
West Sussex
BN43 6RN

Tel: +44 (0)1273 593403

Click here to visit website

Road Directions

By road follow seafront route A259 between Shoreham by Sea and Brighton. Road parking is restricted but there are car parks nearby.

Public Transport Directions

Stagecoach 700 bus route between Brighton and Worthing stops along this road.
Other bus routes connect with 700 route at Marine Parade (near the Pier and Dome Cinema). The National Express coach service linking London and Worthing also stops at the Dome.
Railway stations at Shoreham by Sea or Southwick but with a 20-25 minute walk (taxis are available).
For up to date timetables and public transport information contact : Traveline 0871 200 2233 web: www.traveline.org.uk