Dover Lifeboat Photography
Pictures Taken in The Port of Dover
Marcus The photographer
Dover Lifeboat Station is one of the most recognisable and meaningful locations along the Dover waterfront. Set within the Port of Dover, it combines purpose, presence and a strong connection to the sea, making it a striking subject to photograph in different light and conditions.
In April 2026, the RNLI Ettrick Shepherd Hogg Hardie 17-51, a Severn Class Lifeboat – Mark III, arrived at RNLI Dover Lifeboat Station. Its arrival marked an important moment for the station and added another powerful subject to photograph along the Dover waterfront.
These photographs reflect the atmosphere around Dover Lifeboat Station, from calmer moments at dusk to more dramatic skies and changing light across the harbour. For me, it is a location that captures both the character of Dover and the importance of the lifeboat service within the town’s coastal identity.
Ettrick Shepherd Hogg Hardie
Severn Class Lifeboat - Mark III
In April 2026, the RNLI Ettrick Shepherd Hogg Hardie 17-51 made its noteworthy arrival at RNLI Dover Lifeboat Station.
This arrival signified a significant milestone for the station and introduced yet another captivating subject for photography along the scenic Dover waterfront.
The History of Dover Lifeboat Station
The Dover Lifeboat Station can be found at New Marina Curve in Dover, a prominent town and leading ferry terminal, Port of Dover, located directly across from Calais, France, across the Strait of Dover, on the south-eastern shore of the English county of Kent.
A lifeboat station was originally founded in Dover in 1837 by the Dover Humane and Shipwreck Institution (DHSI). The management of this station was handed over to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) in 1855.
City of London II
Severn Class Lifeboat
In the photograph, we see the severn-class all-weather lifeboat, 17-09, fondly referred to as City of London II which has proudly served at this station since 1997.
This exceptional vessel is scheduled to be replaced in 2026 by a state-of-the-art lifeboat after many years of unwavering service at the station.
Photographing Dover Lifeboat Station
The setting around Dover Lifeboat Station offers a wonderful mix of structure, water, sky and changing weather. That combination creates opportunities for photographs that feel calm, atmospheric and distinctly local, while also highlighting one of Dover’s most important coastal landmarks.
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If you're interested in discovering additional photographs of Dover, be sure to check out other local photography pages that showcase Dover's iconic landmarks, stunning coastal views, and various locations that truly embody the essence of the town.