Staithes and Runswick RNLI Weekend

About

The Staithes and Runswick RNLI lifeboat team host a fundraising weekend annually to support the Royal National Lifeboat Institution. This vibrant event is set for August 8 to August 10, 2025, at Staithes and Runswick RNLI Lifeboat, North Side, Staithes, North Yorkshire TS13 5BY.

Date and Time

Friday, August 8, 2025 – Sunday, August 10, 2025

Location

Staithes and Runswick RNLI Lifeboat, North Side, Staithes, North Yorkshire TS13 5BY

About This Event

The weekend kicks off with the famous Nightgown Parade on Friday, followed by an action-packed Saturday featuring lifeboat exercises with flank stations, partner search and rescue agencies, and a homemade raft race. The day concludes with a fireworks display by the G2 Fireworks team. The festivities continue on Sunday with the world-famous duck race leading to a thanksgiving service at Runswick Bay and Staithes.

Event Highlights

• Nightgown Parade and lifeboat exercises demonstrating the skills of the RNLI crew.
• Homemade raft race from the Lifeboat Slipway.
• Spectacular fireworks display to close out Saturday’s activities.
• Duck race on Sunday morning, followed by thanksgiving services.

Admission

Entry to the event is free, though donations to the RNLI are highly appreciated to support their lifesaving work.

Plan Your Visit

Join the community in supporting the RNLI at Staithes and Runswick for a weekend of fun, excitement, and celebration of the brave efforts of lifeboat crews. It’s a perfect outing for families looking for a meaningful and entertaining weekend.