A brand new series all about the RNLI, presented by Craig Doyle starts tonight on ITV1 at 7:30pm.

The first episode features rescues from Torbay and Dunbar and is the first of eight to be shown over the coming weeks.

The footage used is from real rescues and was filmed using the helmet cameras worn by crew members and cameras fitted on the lifeboats.

Tune in to find out more!

http://www.rnli.org.uk/who_we_are/press_centre/news_releases/news_release_detail?articleid=720330

Organised by the Local Lifeboat Guild, the annual ‘Pimms Party’ is to raise funds for the benefit of the Burnham Lifeboat Station and will take place on Sunday 28 August 2011 from 6:30pm to 8:00pm.

This event has always been not only a huge success but a lovely way to spend a warm, sunny evening among friends.

Our hosts this year are James and Kay Mattison and the party will be held in their garden at Belvedere House, Belvedere Road, Burnham.

Entrance, which includes the first glass of pimms is £3.00.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Burnham on Crouch Lifeboat Station will open its doors to the public FREE OF CHARGE for the annual Open Day on Sunday 26 June 2010 from 11am to 4pm.

Both the Atlantic 75 and IB1 Lifeboats will be on display throughout the day and visitors will be able to speak to crew members about the work of the RNLI, it’s crews and support staff.

Regular demonstrations and simulated rescues will be held throughout the day to demonstrate the abilities and teamwork of the crew and the capabilities of the Lifeboats.

There will be plenty of activities for the children, including treasure hunts and quizzes.

Retired Arun Class Lifeboat ‘Maximus’, will again be present on the day and visitors will be able to tour the Lifeboat and speak to the owners about it’s previous life in service and the role it now plays on the Rivers around Burnham. It is also hoped the retired Lifeboat the ‘Rother’ Class ‘Mary Gabriel’ from the National Lifeboat Collection in Chatham will also be on display in the Marina and visitors will be able to speak to it’s crew members about it’s history and past life as an operational Lifeboat.

RNLI Sea Safety Officers will be on hand to offer tips and advice on how best to stay safe at sea.

Stormy Stan, the RNLI mascot will also be calling in and will try his hand at carrying out various fitness tests against fellow crew and members of the public.

Refreshments and souvenirs will be on sale throughout the day and everyone is welcome – entry is completely FREE!

Burnham on Crouch Lifeboat Crew are to appear on BBC 1′s Missing 2011 programme on Tuesday May 10th at 9:15am.

The Crew were involved in a search for a missing lady last year and were approached by the BBC in April this year and asked to take part in filming for a reconstruction of events.

The programme is presented by BBC Breakfasts Louise Minchin and will run all week.

Walter, who has lived in Burnham for a number of years, was unable to accept the Special Recognition Award for Services to the Community, in person due to suffering a back injury, so it was up to Lifeboat Operations Manager Sir Richard Rycroft Bt to accept it on his behalf.

On speaking after the event, Sir Richard said “Walter thoroughly deserves this special award for his outstanding contribution to the Floating Boathouse Appeal. However he would like to congratulate the Appeal Committee for their continued hard work and support as well as the Lifeboat Crew and staff at the station. We would also not have been as sucessful as we have been without the amazing support we have received from the local, and wider communities. Behind all good leaders, there’s a great team, and that’s what we’ve got at Burnham Lifeboat Station”.

Congratulations Walter – very well deserved!

Burnham Sailing Club will be hosting a Boat Jumble on the 26 March to help raise funds for the Floating Boathouse Appeal, between 10am and 2pm. There will be tea and coffee available in the club house and the cost will be £10.00 per pitch with 20p per person entrance fee.

There’s no item too large or small and this is a great reason to clear out those sheds and lock-ups ready for the sailing season to begin!

If you would like more information on securing a pitch please contact Walter Jenkins on 01621 786658, but hurry as places are going fast!

For the last two months members of Burnham on Crouch RNLI have been restoring a 57 year old Cadet dinghy named “Cute” to raise funds for the Floating Boathouse Appeal.

The project was supported by the Marine Trades Association and its members, through the supply of brand new fittings for the boat as well as the International Cadet Association.

Cute was on show at the Yachts &Yachting  Magazine Stand at the RYA Volvo Dinghy Show which was held in Alexandra Palace last weekend. Members of Burnham RNLI attended and sold the raffle tickets.

On the Sunday Gael Pawson from Y&Y magazine very kindly agreed to pull the winning ticket which was Number 08482, Mrs Liz Jackson from South Woodham Ferrers, who is a member of the Marconi Sailing Club.

The total amount raised by the Raffle was £2,890.09 and this brings the total raised for the Burnham RNLI Floating Boathouse Appeal to just over £114,000.00.

It is with much regret that Burnham RNLI have taken the decision to postpone a spectacular evening of dinner, dancing and musical delights all in aid of the Floating Boathouse Appeal.

The ‘Boathouse Ball’ was due to be held on Saturday 23 October 2010 from 7pm at the Royal Corinthian Yacht Club, Burnham on Crouch, however the decision has been taken to postpone the event.

The decision has not been taken lightly and we will keep you informed of the new date as soon as one has been decided.

Burnham on Crouch Lifeboat Station is hosting an unusual event in aid of the Floating Boathouse Appeal.

The superb Jazz band known as ‘Neptunes Bodyguard’ (slang for ‘The Royal Marines or Ships Marines’), will be playing at Belvedere House, Belvedere Road, Burnham on Crouch on Saturday the 10 July from 7:30pm.

The event is being held to raise funds for the Floating Boathouse Appeal and is expected to be a sell out.

Claire Rawlinson, Volunteer Lifeboat Press Officer said, ‘the idea is that those wishing to attend arrive in the afternoon with a picnic table, chairs and gazebo and set up in the garden. Later on, they return with a picnic or three course meal – which ever they choose, and listen to the stunning sounds of this outstanding jazz band in the lovely setting of Belvedere House.

It’s an unusual event and like nothing we’ve done before but so far it’s proving to be extremely popular and tickets are selling fast.

To add a sense of occasion to the evening, there will be a prize for the best dressed table and black ties are optional!’

Tickets for this exclusive event are £20 each and are available from One Place in Burnham High Street or Jacaranda Florists in Station Road, Burnham.

For thirty years, Arthur Edwards has photographed the Royal Family for ‘The Sun’ Newspaper.

He’s been there for some of the most memorable and poignant times, catching both intimate portraits and more candid shots when protocol and the mask of duty slips to reveal the true personalities behind the famous faces.

He has seen the Royal Family evolve and change throughout the years and has a wealth of knowledge and stories, both funny and emotional which he will be sharing in an exclusive event to be held at St Peter’s High School, Burnham on Crouch.

Mr Edwards, a friend of Burnham on Crouch RNLI’s Floating Boathouse Appeal Patron Ray Clark, has agreed to hold ‘An Evening with Arthur Edwards’ on the 24 March 2010, with proceeds going to the appeal.

He’ll be chatting about his experiences and travels with the Royals, including Princess Diana and Prince Charles, Princes William and Harry and the Queen and Queen Mother. He was awarded the MBE by the Queen for services to journalism & was then asked by her a week later why he wasn’t wearing it!

Claire Rawlinson, Volunteer Lifeboat Press Officer said ‘We are honoured that Arthur has offered to give up his time to come and tell us his stories. He has a wealth of knowledge and a fantastic insight into the Royal family that the general public never see. We’re thoroughly looking forward to it!’

Tickets are £5 each and can be purchased on the door and at Jacaranda, 153 Station Road, Burnham. Doors open at 7:30 for an 8:00pm start but please arrive early to avoid disappointment.