It’s wonderful that there was a great turnout for Merchant Navy Day in Llandudno! Merchant Navy Day is a special occasion to honor and pay tribute to the contributions and sacrifices of seafarers who serve in the Merchant Navy. These individuals play a crucial role in maintaining international trade and ensuring the safe transportation of …
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Sadly I have heard today that Len Butcher, retired Trustee and Treasurer of The Seasafety Group, passed away over the weekend. He was also a watch keeper/ deputy station manager and Station Treasurer of Pakefield Coastwatch, RIP Len “Calm seas and a following winds, rest easy duty done, stand down sir“ David Moore SSG
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.
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 …
Coastwatch West Fife are now authorised as a “Declared Facility Status” with HM Coastguard.
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.
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.
All stations Berwick Coastwatch would like it be known they are again standing there watches over 3 days a week
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 …
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 …
