King Charles III Coronation
To all our volunteer watchkeepers and supporters and extended Search and Rescue Family colleages, we wish you a safe and happy long weekend. Thank you for what you do.
Winterton-on-sea Coastwatch
A bitter sweet evening where Winterton Coastwatch members gathered for a final meal together at the Boathouse Rollesbay. We all had a wonderfull meal and a jolly few hours but it was sad on parting knowing it was for the last time. Let’s hope local authorities see sense and allow a presence back on this …
West Fife Coastwatch DFS
Coastwatch West Fife are now authorised as a “Declared Facility Status” with HM Coastguard.
Happisburgh Station
It is with great sadness we have to tell you that the past Controller of Happisburgh Coastwatch Station Fred Rendell has passed away. “Fair winds and following seas, to you sir, Stand down your Duty done” RIP Fred.
Hartlepool Station
Sadly have to advise you that Bill Wilson the Manager of Hartlepool Coastwatch Station has passed away. “Fair Winds and Following Seas to you Sir. Stand down, Duty Done“. Sadly the Station has also had to close down due to the shortage of Watchkeepers also.
Berwick Information
All stations Berwick Coastwatch would like it be known they are again standing there watches over 3 days a week
HRH Prince Philip
The Following message has been sent to the Official online Book of Condolence for Prince Philip on behalf of the Trustees and Watchkeepers of the Group. “May on behalf of all our Watchkeepers, Trustees, May I send to our Queen and Family of the Duke our Condolences and as a Navy Man “Fair Winds Calm …
St Monans Covid Update
Due to the improving situation within the Fife area. Coastwatch St. Monans has resumed full duties as of the 5th April. The crews will operate in family bubbles to reduce risk. We will continue to monitor the local situation and act as required. The (windmill) station will remain closed to visitors until such time that …
St Monans Covid Update
Due to the Scottish mainland natiional full lockdown for the rest of January, it’s has been decided for safety reasons to discontinue Coastwatch lookout duties from 5th January. We will however continue to do occasional foot patrols. HM Coastguards Aberdeen have been informed Signed john kinsman OPERATIONS MANAGER COASTWATCH ST MONANS
Merry Christmas
From All at Seasafety Group to all Stations in the Group. We wish you Seasons Greeting and a brighter New Year to All Watchkeepers and Supporters in 2021. David Moore (General Secretary to the Group) Trevor Smith (Chairman)