The steamer F. Stobart, of Sunderland, stranded on the Holm Sands on the 26th November when a heavy sea was running. The Life-boat Kenhoell was launched to hei assistance, and at the request of the captain stood by until the tide flowed.

Towards high water the vessel knocked over the sands into deep water and, as the services of the Life-boat were no longer required, she returned to hei station..