We are aware that it is hard to put on events without feet on the ground or
hands on support...so that's what we do!
We are the marshall, the bakers - not yet the candle-stick makers!
hands on support...so that's what we do!
We are the marshall, the bakers - not yet the candle-stick makers!
Falmouth Lifeboat Station
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Our club were delighted to be able to visit the RNLI lifeboat station in Falmouth. Not only that, we got to alight the boat and get a real feel for what it could be like to be part of the crew.
All of them are volunteers, most of whom are living within a ten-minute radius of the station. Responding quickly to any call out, and leaving office desks, classrooms or whatever walk of life they come from, this motley crew of dedicated and brave men and women assemble, ready to be assigned a task. Even if they don't go out on a shout, they will form a back-up support crew. In 2021, the Falmouth lifeboat responded to over 100 calls, which included life-saving efforts as well towing in yachts that had found themselves in difficulty. Surrounded by sea, it is essential that Cornwall maintains this service, yet we were surprised to hear that every aspect of this mission to save lives at sea, is funded solely by public donations. |
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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 142,700 lives.
The real picture...!Fundraising for RNLI in August and Shelterbox,
late night shopping in Truro! 
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Rotary is enjoyable...
Rotary was founded over 100 years ago as a business networking club and this is still a key part of Rotary life.
However, whether you are 18 or retired, male or female, as long as you enjoy helping others you will find a warm welcome … and lots of cake awaits you! … and maybe the occasional pint or local gin!
We take part in local community events and help build community spirit through fun events. We are that extra several pairs of hands, enthusiastic and productive.
What's more, we love every minute and have made friends for life!
Here's our flyer!
However, whether you are 18 or retired, male or female, as long as you enjoy helping others you will find a warm welcome … and lots of cake awaits you! … and maybe the occasional pint or local gin!
We take part in local community events and help build community spirit through fun events. We are that extra several pairs of hands, enthusiastic and productive.
What's more, we love every minute and have made friends for life!
Here's our flyer!
People of ActionOur club meets officially once a month but at other times in the month we meet as Rotarians, all with one focus - ‘working for the community.’ We find ourselves working on various fundraisers, exciting projects and arranging interesting socials.
We utilise individual skills from each member to get a project done. It’s important to us that everyone has relatively equal status whilst recognising individual skills within the group, giving what time they can. Help wanted??? ... or maybe you want to help!
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We don't even mind looking silly!
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