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Richard and Elizabeth Deaves Naming

On 03/05/08 Minehead's new Atlantic 85 'Richard and Elizabeth Deaves' was official named.

Mrs Escott naming the boat with the customary Somerset Cider (photo courtesy of Nicholas Leach)

Over 200 guests attended with music supplied by the Watchet Town Band (photo courtesy of Nicholas Leach)

Kevin retires after 50 years service

In May 2007 we celebrated the retirement of our LOM Kevin Escott after 50 years service with the RNLI. During the evening Andrew Escott, Kevin's son was also presented with his 20 year service award. Pictured below are Kevin (left) and Andrew (right).

 

Fire Training

In May 2006 the crew carried out their basic fire awareness training, the training carried out by 'Three Ways Fire Prevention Services Ltd" involved a lecture followed by a practical session in the use of different types of extinguishers. Below are some photos of the session.

(See www.threewaysfire.co.uk for more information)

 

 

Triple 20 year celebration

In October 2005 a presentation evening was held to present three of our crew with their 20 year service awards. The presentation was made by Howard Ramm (on the left) the RNLI's South Division Training Inspector. Pictured below from left to right are Paul Marsh, Adam James, and Gareth Jones.  

   
 

  

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