The Coastguard on duty on Wembury Cliffs soon after dark on the 29th August saw a small light on the " Mewstone," and thinking that a boat might be in difficulties, reported the matter to the Coxswain of the Life-boat Michael Smart, as in the strong westerly breeze it not being safe for a small boat to put to sea. After consultation it was decided to launch the boat, and at 10.20 P.M. she proceeded to sea. They found a small boat sheltering in a cove on the lee side of the island with one man in her, his two companions having landed and tried to attract attention by striking matches. The Life-boat rescued them from their unpleasant position and returned to harbour with the small boat in tow..