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Flag Day returns to RNLI Skegness Boathouse on Sunday 30 July 2023

Lifeboats News Release

RNLI Skegness is excited to announce the return of its annual Flag Day on Sunday 30 July at the Skegness RNLI Lifeboat Station.

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Stormy Stan outside the Shannon class lifeboat

Fun activities, engaging experiences, and significant fundraising initiatives are promised at the event which runs from 11am until 4pm. Flag Day 2023 visitors can look forward to an array of exciting events including a lifeboat launch at 3pm. Under the command of station Coxswain Craig Willard, the Shannon class all-weather lifeboat will launch alongside the D class inshore lifeboat.

There will be opportunities to meet members of the volunteer Skegness RNLI lifeboat crew and representatives from other emergency services. Visitors can explore the lifeboat station, browse stalls and take part in fun games for all ages. They can even pose for a photo with Stormy Stan, the RNLI's mascot.

In the lead-up to the main event, an inflatable Shannon class lifeboat will be stationed outside the Hildreds Shopping Centre in Skegness from Monday 24 July to Saturday 29 July. The station's dedicated RNLI fundraisers will be present to engage with the public and share more about the RNLI's mission.

Brad Johnson, RNLI volunteer Lifeboat Press Officer, shared his excitement for the upcoming week, saying: 'We are thrilled to bring back our Flag Day celebration this year. It's a fantastic opportunity to connect with both visitors and locals while raising essential funds for our station. The RNLI Skegness team is eager to showcase our work and engage with our supportive community during this special event.'

Flag Day is a key annual community event that supports the lifeboat station's life-saving work. All proceeds from the day will contribute to maintaining the vital search and rescue service and ensuring the safety of coastal communities.

Entrance to Flag Day 2023 is free and no registration is required. RNLI Skegness invites everyone to join in this unforgettable day of fun, learning, and community spirit.

For more information about Flag Day 2023, please follow us on social media.

Notes to editors

The RNLI (Royal National Lifeboat Institution) is the charity that saves lives at sea.

Skegness RNLI is based on Tower Esplanade, Skegness. The lifeboat station was founded in 1825 and the volunteer crew use an all-weather Shannon class lifeboat Joel and April Grunnill and D class lifeboat The Holland Family.

RNLI media contacts

For further information, please contact:

Brad Johnson, Volunteer Lifeboat Press Officer for lifeboat station RNLI on [email protected]

RNLI Press Officer: [email protected]

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Inflatable Shannon class lifeboat

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Emergency services at Flag Day 2022

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Blue Anchor Superstars at Flag Day 2022

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Shannon class lifeboat on exercise

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.