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Oban Lifeboat Station

Oban Lifeboat Station operates its Shannon lifeboat from one of the oldest buildings in Oban. Located in the attractive fishing port and popular west coast holiday town, it’s one of the busiest all-weather lifeboat stations in Scotland.
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Latest lifeboat launch

Recent lifeboat launches from Oban Lifeboat Station

8.24pm 3 October 2025
7.55am 1 October 2025
2.11pm 23 September 2025
1.58pm 19 September 2025
6.05pm 12 September 2025
10.38am 6 September 2025
5.41pm 14 August 2025
10.41pm 12 August 2025
5.44pm 11 August 2025
5.44pm 11 August 2025
7.52pm 10 August 2025
2.24pm 7 August 2025
11.54pm 6 August 2025
8.54am 4 August 2025
4.48pm 27 July 2025
11.52pm 11 July 2025
3.01pm 11 July 2025
2.56am 1 July 2025
9.02pm 29 June 2025
3.40pm 29 June 2025

Today's weather

11°C Rain
Min: 10°C Max: 11°C
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Visitor information and facilities

Station address

Oban Lifeboat Station 
South Pier
Gallanach Road
Oban 
PA34 4LS

Station phone number

01631 563733

Accessibility

Station parking for crew only. 

Visiting times

Visits are subject to volunteer availability and may be arranged by appointment.

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News and media from Oban Lifeboat Station

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