Why Cardigan RNLI’s lifeboat was named after the Paralympian

Gold medallist Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson can’t remember a time when she didn’t know about the lifeboats. So, when she prepared to race in the London Marathon, family connections and childhood memories made the RNLI the obvious choice for fundraising.

Before long, a letter would arrive with an unforgettable invitation. From the streets of London to the Ceredigion coast, Tanni explains why she feels in awe of the crews and proud of the Atlantic 75 lifeboat that saved lives in her name. You’ll also discover why one memorable launch became a turning point for the RNLI’s history in Wales.

200 Voices is produced by Adventurous Audio for the RNLI

Interview by the RNLI's Eleanor Driscoll

Soundtrack composed and performed by Jon Nicholls

The RNLI is a charity celebrating 200 years of saving lives at sea - find out more at RNLI.org/200