WIRRAL RNLI crew members will be celebrating 200 years with a thanksgiving service.

On Saturday, October 5 West Kirby, Hoylake and New Brighton RNLI crew members will celebrate the bicentenary at Liverpool's Sailors’ Church.

During the service, RNLI members will commemorate those who have gone before them, celebrate volunteers of today, and inspire the next generation of lifesavers.

Attendees will include past and present crew members, RNLI volunteers and supportive local residents.

Andy Brown, West Kirby RNLI Launch Authority, said: “We're incredibly proud to see crew members from West Kirby, Hoylake, and New Brighton uniting to represent the Wirral RNLI lifeboat stations at this special celebration of the charity's bicentenary.

“This event at the Sailors’ Church is a powerful reminder of our shared commitment to saving lives at sea and the enduring spirit of our maritime community.”

The RNLI, a charity that saves lives at sea, relies entirely on donations and the efforts of its volunteers. The upcoming service will not only be a tribute to its past achievements but also a call to the community to continue their support for the organisation.

As the RNLI’s 200th anniversary celebrations continue, don't miss the chance to see a Shannon class lifeboat at Albert Dock on 5 October. This stop is part of the Coast to Cobbles event, where a lifeboat will launch from Silloth, Cumbria, and journey to Salford Quays, carrying a time capsule and gathering stories to inspire future generations.