Be safe at sea

IN 2023, the RNLI undertook a huge survey to collect and analyse information on sea anglers' participation in the sport and their attitudes towards safety and risk in order to shape awareness campaigns specifically towards anglers.

- LOUIS FEROX

Every year, anglers lose their lives along the coast and aboard vessels.

While the RNLI are there to rescue many, prevention and education is the key to keeping people safe at sea.

If the worst happens you may need to be your own or your friends' lifesaver.

These surveys and practical tests form the backbone of the RNLI safety message. Photographer, writer and "fishing junkie" Henry Gilbey visited the RNLI College in Poole, Dorset, to find out how useful a lifejacket really is for anglers. 

You can read a full report on Henry's blog but they tested a huge variety of angling apparel in controlled conditions.