Zetland Lifeboat Museum and Redcar Heritage Centre

A hidden gem

A gem of a place full of fascinating history of not only lifeboats but Redcar itself. Looks deceiving from outside as it looks like there just the oldest lifeboat in world on display, but there is so ...

Sea history at its finest

This museum is free. It is packed with history, where ever you look. The centrepiece boat is very well kept. The staff are very knowledgeable. This is great place to visit.

Definitely worth a visit

Lovely place to visit, nice helpful and friendly staff. Very interesting regarding the local area and the famous lifeboat.

Brilliant look into the history of Redcar’s lifeboats

Brilliant look at the history of the lifeboats in Redcar. Well worth a visit and see the bravery of the crews past and present.

Real Gem of a Museum

Wow! What an amazing museum this is. Built in 1877, the building is much bigger than it looks from the front. In side is the Zetland, the worlds oldest surviving lifeboat, excellently restored and wel...