Established in 1920, the Branch has directly funded three lifeboats:

• an early Liverpool class boat which served at New Quay Cardiganshire 1948-70
• a B class inshore rescue boat at Burnham on Crouch 1969-73
• a prototype (wooden hulled) Atlantic class 21 at West Mersea 1972-6

After having to cancel most of our activities in 2020 and 2021, including our centenary celebrations, the Branch is now resuming - and extending - its fund raising activities.
Regular events include the sale of souvenirs at local events, a quiz night with fish and chip supper, talks about the RNLI to schools and groups, a Christmas sale of cards and calendars, outings and both street and store collections.

Events already planned for 2022 include:

• a summer celebration of the RNLI on 20 June with a talk and film show about RNLI activities, refreshments and a very short formal AGM
• An outing to Dover, with visits to the Lifeboat Station and the Castle - as soon as station visits are allowed
• Further details of these and other events can be seen in the Meetings section of this web site

The Branch committee is keen to hear from any lifeboat enthusiasts and supporters who live in Hertfordshire, so that we can notify you of events. Please make contact via the e-mail address.

Of course we also always welcome any volunteers to help with the organisation.

Store and street collectors, especially during Lifeboat week. Committee members.

Please contact the branch for opportunities or check our volunteering vacancies.

For more information on upcoming meetings, please contact the group by emailing [email protected].