Music venue's cash boost for Hartlepool RNLI

The popular Tower Street venue hosted a variety of bands and artists to raise funds for the charity that saves lives at sea.

Brian Barnes of 'The Studio' said "It was so good to open the doors again after 18 months and what better way to promote local acts who all performed brilliantly and for a great cause.

We were delighted with the turnout too and with extra donations for the fantastic Hartlepool RNLI the fundraising for the night reached a collective £900.00."

Hartlepool RNLI Deputy Launch authority Steve Pounder said "This a fantastic donation from Brian and his colleagues at 'The Studio'. It's donations such as this that help us provide the life saving service for those in trouble at sea. We would also like to thank the bands and artists for their involvement in the gig".

Key facts about the RNLI

The RNLI charity saves lives at sea. Its volunteers provide a 24-hour search and rescue service around the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland coasts. The RNLI operates 238 lifeboat stations in the UK and Ireland and more than 240 lifeguard units on beaches around the UK and Channel Islands. The RNLI is independent of Coastguard and government and depends on voluntary donations and legacies to maintain its rescue service. Since the RNLI was founded in 1824, its lifeboat crews and lifeguards have saved over 146,000 lives.

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Contacting the RNLI - public enquiries

Members of the public may contact the RNLI on 0300 300 9990 (UK) or 1800 991802 (Ireland) or by email.