Coastwatch volunteers in Barry have been awarded the prestigious King's Award for Voluntary Service.
Nell's Point is one of nine stations in Wales run by the National Coastwatch Institution (NCI), which is celebrating its 30th anniversary.
Volunteer watchkeepers keep a close eye on anyone in difficulty along the coast, alerting the Coastguard to any incidents which require the emergency services.
Trevor Saunders, station manager at NCI Nell's Point, said: "We are both honoured and delighted to receive this Award which reflects not only on the dedication of our wonderful team of watchkeepers but also on the lifesaving work we do as an organisation."
"Our crew of over 50 watchkeepers do a remarkable job and make a significant contribution to public safety on a popular and busy part of the coast."
The Nell's Point opened in 2007 - and from its base at the headland, there are sweeping views across the Bristol Channel, including the coastlines of Somerset and North Devon, along with both Flat Holm and Steep Holm islands.
The NCI team will receive the crystal award and certificate from the Lord Lieutenant of South Glamorgan in the New Year.
Two of the volunteer watchkeepers from Nell's Point have also been invited to a garden party at Buckingham Palace early next summer.
Stephen Hand, chairman of NCI, said: "It’s a source of great pride for all of us at NCI that NCI Nell’s Point has joined an ever-growing number of our stations to be selected to receive the King’s Award and before that, the Queen’s Award."
"Many congratulations to everyone at Nell’s Point and to the local community for their support."
Around 2,800 volunteers run the coastwatch scheme, which has over 60 stations across England and Wales.
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