The summer season has begun with a busy evening. On Monday July 1st, the Pett Level Independent Rescue Boat shore and boat crews were tasked to assist in two emergencies on the local coastline. At 17:38, the Pulfer boat launched in response to a request from Solent...
A sunny Sunday morning ... but it's not just about the training. This Sunday's training out on the water didn't all go as planned. It was one of those mornings when the effects of the tide and necessary maintenance and checks on boats and vehicles of course...
This weekend we had a lovely visitor! Tony Heath came along to receive a big thank you from the PLIRB. An enthusiastic sailor, Tony Heath recently retired his boat . Tony's wife, Diana, suggested he might want to donate some of his equipment somewhere it would...
Oyez! Oyez! This year's Open Day on Sunday 26th May 2019 was amazing! The total raised so far is a massive £2682.08 ... thanks to everyone who has supported us with time, prize donations & by coming along. Yes, our day was remarkable ... the sun...
The counting continues, but in the meantime we'd like to offer a big thank you to those who helped make Open Day 2019 such a success!
This year's Open Day on Sunday 26th May 2019 is nearly here! Find out how our plans are going ... Yes, our early-in-the-year Open Day is nearly here. Latest planned schedule is looking like this: 12.00 noon Event begins ... woo hoo, the sun will come out and...
This week's training down at the Pett Beach boathouse was one where everything came together to result in a fantastic session! First up, the weather was fabulous and conditions calm and fair. As planned, the Pulfer boat was launched but instead of a training...
At our recent AGM, it wasn't just our Chair that got a whole new look ... it was also our logo! The AGM was the perfect opportunity to gain feedback on our new logo, and to give it its official launch. We'll be using this on all of our branding from now on, and of...
Sunday's training was slightly different this week, as members of the base and boat crews, committee and trustees gathered together for the Pett Level Independent Rescue Boat Annual General Meeting. The majority of our Trustees, Committee, boat and base crew...
Rain, rain go oyez! Remember 2018? We’re hoping to avoid the weather and a clash with the wonderful Rye Jazz Festival by moving our Open Day for 2019 to the May Bank Holiday weekend! *Our next Open Day is Sunday 26th May 2019 at 12.00 noon* How you can help There are...
Recently, we were delighted to receive an invite to the Robin Hood Bonfire Society's presentation and quiz night up at the Robin Hood in Icklesham. So on Wednesday 27th February, off we went ... Kevin Wall, RHBS Chairman & Shaun O'Hara, PLIRB Helm Several...
Yes, the good news is that we're in the lucky position of now being able to benefit when our volunteers, friends and supporters are shopping online. And the even better news? It won't cost anyone an extra penny to do so! A while back we teamed up with Give as you Live...
On Thursday 21st February, we were delighted to pop up to the Two Sawyers pub in Pett, to present a certificate of thanks for recent donations. The Two Sawyers have been taking donations into a custom-made donation box, all of which has added up to a recent...
This Sunday, the weather was wet and a little windy, but compared to the recent thrashing from Storm Erik, the whole beach seemed remarkably calm. However, the point of the tide at the time of training and the fact that further high winds were predicted, meant...
On Sunday 3rd February, we were delighted to have a visit to the base from the wonderfully supportive team at Dynamic Events in Rye, who came to present us with a marvellous cheque for £2022.90. This very welcome donation is the result of some very hard work...
Last Thursday 24th January, members of the Pett Level Independent Rescue Boat committee were invited along to a presentation evening by the Eastbourne Historic Vehicle Club. The club runs lots of activities, shows and festivals and invited us along to receive a share...
As you can see from the photo, this Sunday we had a beautiful morning for training. The low tide and fair conditions meant that the beach was just beautiful - or at least it was at 9 a.m. when the photo was taken! The same couldn't really be said for later in...
We had a lovely activity to do as part of Sunday's morning down at the base ... a visit up to see friends of the Pett Level Independent Rescue Boat, Graeme and Leonie Gambrell of Fairlight Stores. Graeme and Leonie always give pride of place at the front of the shop...
A very Happy New Year to all of our visitors and supporters! Hard to believe we're already a couple of training sessions into the new year, with both boats taking to the water! Yes, our in-house crew training for 2019 has already got off to a flying start. OK,...
Our very busy 2018 has come to an end, and has been rounded off in a fun and interesting way with a Christmas visit across to RNLI Hastings. This visit to the iconic lifeboat house of RNLI Hastings gave us the chance to get a close up look at their beautiful new...
Last Sunday's training was an extension of our missing person search and rescue training, with a scenario of a 'reported casualty' around the Cliff End area of the beach. The team responded as this a 'real-time' exercise, and attended the location to administer...
“You conducted yourselves in an incredibly professional manner and took ‘the lead’ in many respects.
I wanted to personally send you a short note to thank you and the team in attendance for your involvement and assistance.
My team are really appreciative and it is clear that you are providing a valuable service to the public.
Thanks again.”
