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Blessing Signals Countdown to Lifeboat Day 2023

Lifeboats News Release

The annual blessing of the boats took place at Newbiggin lifeboat station today.

Blessing of the lifeboat by our Chaplain

RNLI/Lewis Mortimer

Newbiggin lifeboat is blessed
The event has ran for many years and signifies the start of the annual lifeboat week culminating in Lifeboat Day on Sunday 30th July 2023.

Despite heavy rain the boathouse provided a secure and dry arena for the service. Were were supported as always by the popular Salvation Army band who's renditions resonated through the boathouse.

After the service the Ladies Fundraising Team provided refreshments for the gathered guests.

ENDS

For more information please telephone Richard Martin, RNLI Volunteer Lifeboat Press Officer Newbiggin on 07980 010544 or [email protected]. Alternatively contact RNLI Public Relations on 01202 336789 who will be able to assist also.

If you would like to find out more about Newbiggin lifeboat station, its volunteers and its heritage then take a look at the local website.


Notes to editors:

For more information please telephone Richard Martin, RNLI Volunteer Lifeboat Press Officer Newbiggin on 07980 010544 or [email protected]. Alternatively contact RNLI Public Relations on 01202 336789 who will be able to assist also.

If you would like to find out more about Newbiggin lifeboat station, its volunteers and its heritage then take a look at the local website.

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