The vessel left Guernsey on 7 May, first calling at Alderney before heading to Brixham for its scheduled annual inspection.
While away, the RNLI lifeboat underwent a full engine overhaul and served as a relief boat for crews in Brixham.
Lifeboat launch officer Jason Hobbs confirmed the return marks a successful completion of routine servicing.
‘She had her engines overhauled, and everything went very smoothly,’ he said yesterday.
‘We’ll carry out sea trials today, but Spirit of Guernsey is now back on call and ready to respond.’
During the lifeboat’s absence, relief vessel The Duke of Kent 17-45 took over station duties in St Peter Port. Mr Hobbs noted it had been a busy season so far, with around 20 call-outs shared between the Spirit of Guernsey and inshore lifeboat Harold Hobbs.
The Duke of Kent left Guernsey at 9am today, bound for Poole, arriving about four hours later.
Mr Hobbs expressed joy at the lifeboat’s return.
‘We’re absolutely delighted to have her back in local waters.’
The Spirit of Guernsey is a Severn class lifeboat, built for the most challenging conditions. As part of the RNLI’s commitment to saving lives at sea, the vessel plays a vital role in safeguarding Guernsey’s coastline.
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