SARA is a volunteer lifeboat and inland search and rescue charity. It operates 5 inshore lifeboats, as well as inland water rescue boats, vehicles and other equipment. The lifeboats operate on some of the most challenging inshore water in the UK, and are maintained to the exacting standards demanded by HM Coastguard.
In October last year we reported that we had reached the New Launch Tractor fundraising target. The good news is that we have sourced a fantastic machine and a great team of engineers who will fully refurbish and marinise it for us. It is on order and we expect delivery in the spring.
While the tractor is most definitely the best option for us it is a tad larger than the current vehicle and will not fit in the space available. In short - we now need a 'shed to put it in'. To be fair, the boathouse is rather overcrowded as it is and a little more room would really help with the storage of equipment, space to carry out maintenance on the boats and space in the changing room.
We have been incredibly fortunate in that a plot of land at the Ferry Inn development site has been allocated to us. We have had planning drawings prepared, and the application for planning consent has been submitted. It is in the perfect location to help us really streamline our launch procedure.
We now need to raise sufficient funds for the building and your help in securing the necessary money is essential. The cost will be in the region of £60,000 and raising this will be the focus of our project fundraising over the next year. We have a number of events already planned to help us get to that target.
We are also hoping that local construction industry businesses including materials suppliers, CDM professionals, engineers, trades and anyone else who can help this project happen would be interested in being a part of it. If this could be you or your organisation please get in touch with us at
[email protected] to discuss.
SARA receives no statutory government funding, and its service is entirely dependent on donations, grants and its own fundraising efforts. Your contribution is crucial in ensuring that we can continue our operations 24/7, 365 days a year. Every donation, no matter how small, makes a significant impact on our ability to save lives and help people. and your support would be very much appreciated, as this is vital in allowing us to stay operational. Thank you for thinking of SARA at this time.
The thoughts and generosity of people are very important to us and any donations would be very much appreciated. Please join us in making a difference by supporting our cause today. Thank you.
