Coastguard Association News

Charity Quiz Night – Skegness

Massive thank you to our friends at HM Coastguard Skegness who organised a charity quiz night last weekend and helped raise over £400 for our charity.

The competition was intense with the National Committee also entering a team with our Chair, Treasurer and Welfare Officer joining in the fun and supporting the event.

Thank you to everyone who attended and supported the event and our charity.

If you’re interested in organising an event or fundraising for our charity, drop us a message on our social channels or send an e-mail to:
fundraising@coastguardassociation.org.uk

As a charity we rely on memberships and donations so we can continue to help our people in their time of need.

Coastguard Association Annual General Meeting 2025

Thanks to everyone who attended this year’s Annual General Meeting which took place on Saturday 22nd March in Chepstow.

Committee members provided an update on all aspects of the charities work over the past 12 months alongside plans and future developments as the Coastguard Association approaches its 50th Anniversary in 2026.

The association was also delighted to receive a £300 donation from a charity event which took place earlier in the year at Porthcawl.

Our next AGM is scheduled to take place on Saturday 21st March 2026 and we have some big plans with this marking the start of a year of celebrations as the Coastguard Association turns 50 so watch this space!

Annual General Meeting

You are all cordially invited to the 49th Annual General Meeting of the Coastguard Association – the charity dedicated to supporting Coastguard personnel and their families in their time of need.

The AGM this year is being hosted by our friends and colleagues in Chepstow in Wales and will be held at The Lifeboat & Rescue Station, Beachley, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 7HH on Saturday 22nd March 2025 starting at 2pm.

All are welcome to attend with full reports being provided by the committee on the charitable activities over the last year, our continued development plans moving forward and how we continue to support our people. There will also be the opportunity to purchase some Coastguard Association merchandise including unit patches and some brand-new items yet to be revealed.

If you require any further information or have any questions then please don’t hesitate to contact our National Secretary Joanna Howard at: secretary@coastguardassociation.org.uk

Thanks for your continued support.

Coastline Magazine Issue 12 – Out Now

The latest edition of Coastline Magazine – the official digital publication of The Coastguard Association is OUT NOW.

Inside this edition:

* News from around the coast

* A day in the life of Kim Ralph – Staff Officer for Stakeholder Engagement

* Team Spotlight on Cumbrae Coastguard Rescue Team

* Fundraising around the UK

* Meet Your Committee: Vice Chair and Welfare Officer

* Emergency Services Show 2024

* Coastguard Association Virtual 5K

* Regular features including From The Ops Room, Kit Reviews and much more!

Thank you to everyone for their continued support of Coastline Magazine and the Coastguard Association.

You can also download Issue 12 of Coastline Magazine at: COASTLINE-MAGAZINE-ISSUE-12.pdf

Coastguard Association Unit Patches – On Sale Now!

Our brand-new Coastguard Association Unit Patches are now on sale and available to order online. Show your support for the charity dedicated to supporting Coastguard personnel and their families in their time of need.

These Velcro-backed woven patches are perfect to stick on your kit bags and other tactical gear while also helping raise funds for our charity. Patches are £10 each with postage included and all profits go directly to supporting our people in their time of need.

We have 50 available immediately and a second order has already been placed so there’s plenty more to come.

Order securely online today at: https://www.paypal.com/instantcommerce/checkout/GWXMWRYJD9BTS