The St Peter Port Lifeboat was launched during the evening of Sunday 22nd November, 2015 at 17:21 to go to the assistance of a 24’ cabin cruiser with two persons on board. The Midnight Star had broken down West of Herm harbour. As no vessels able to assist were in the area, the Spirit of Guernsey was tasked to assist.
The lifeboat was alongside the casualty at 17:42, and arrived back with the Morning Star in tow at 18:00.
The Spirit of Guernsey was back on station at 18:07.
Introduction by Major Marco Ciotti following Sir Richard Collas’ welcoming words.
“The people of the United Kingdom, the Channel Islands and the Republic of Ireland all depend on the RNLI – and the RNLI relies on its network of more than 31,500 volunteers. We are here this evening to honour a group of Islanders who, together, have accumulated well over 150 years of service. Once on board as part of the crew, local volunteers tend to stay for a long time, as tonight’s awards will testify. Indeed, it is very likely that most have served the RNLI for even longer than their awards might suggest.
2014 was the second busiest year on record for the St Peter Port lifeboat, which put to sea more than 90 times. To date this year, the lifeboat has put to sea more than once a week. Guernsey owes a debt of gratitude to those Islanders who stand ready at all hours and in all conditions to deliver a comprehensive search and rescue service in one of the most challenging of sea areas.
There is often mention of luck in search and rescue but, as in so many fields, the lucky ones make their own. It stems from dedication and professionalism, and Guernsey can take pride in the fact that St Peter Port Lifeboat has plenty of both.”
The awards were presented by acting Lt-Governor Sir Richard Collas. Photos by Brian Green
Edward Fattorini, vice chairman of the Guernsey branch, Steve Gould, Mike Galliott, Keith Martel, John Le Tissier, Sir Richard Collas, Carl Bisson, John Webster and Rob Alder – picture by Brian Green
Keith Martel, John Le Tissier, Rob Alder and Carl Bisson Picture: Brian Green – November 10, 2015
The award winners with the St Peter Port Lifeboat crew and Peter Gill
Carl Bisson is awarded the 20-year RNLI Long Service Badge
John Le Tissier is awarded the 20-year RNLI Long Service Badge
John Webster is awarded the RNLI Silver Statuette in recognition of his valuable support of the Lifeboat service.
Keith Martel is awarded the RNLI Certificate of Service.
Mike Galliott is awarded the RNLI Silver Statuette in recognition of his valuable support of the Lifeboat service.
Rob Alder is awarded the 20-year RNLI Long Service Badge
Steve Gould is awarded the RNLI Bronze Badge in recognition of his valuable support of the Lifeboat Service.
The St Peter Port Lifeboat went to the aid of the Fishing Vessel “Defiance” last evening after they lost all mechanical and electrical power, while fishing South of Sark.
The Lifeboat departed St Peter Port at 22:26 and was alongside the casualty at 22:48. A tow was established and the Spirit of Guernsey and Defiance arrived back at 01:08
The Spirit of Guernsey was back on station at 01:31
At 17:00 on Saturday 24th October 2015 Guernsey Coastguard received a May-Day call from the local boat Patricia 2 in difficulties East of Herm with engine problems and drifting in the tide.
Lifeboat Spirit of Guernsey arriving in Big Russel to take tow from Bon Mairn de Serk 24-10-15 Pic by Tony Rive
The “Bon Marin de Sark” returning from Sark responded to the call heading for the casualty position, at 17:13 Guernsey Coastguard received a call from the casualty advising of a possible capsize.
Lifeboat Spirit of Guernsey arriving in Big Russel to take tow from Bon Mairn de Serk 24-10-15 Pic by Tony Rive
“Spirit of Guernsey” departed St Peter Port at 17:23 but the Bon Marin arrived on scene first at 17:20 and found the casualty drifting with two people on board, after attaching a towline to the casualty the Bon Marin started towing the vessel until the Lifeboat arrived at 17:38 taking over the tow back to St Peter Port.
The Lifeboat returned to St Peter Port at 18:25 with the Patricia 2 in tow.
Spirit of Guernsey arriving in St Peter Port with motor boat Patricia 2 24-10-15 Pic by Tony Rive
Saturday, 24th October, 2015 – The St Peter Port Lifeboat “The Spirit of Guernsey” was launched to assist yacht “Golden Morn” to the east of Beaucette. “Golden Morn” had missed the tide for entry into Beaucette Marina and was unable to make way to St Peter Port against the prevailing wind and tide due to her being reduced to low auxiliary power.
“The Spirit of Guernsey” towed “Golden Morn” to St Peter Port where Marina Staff helped to put her safely alongside.
Please find below a link to the 2015 St Peter Port Lifeboat newsletter for you to download.
September Newsletter 2015_Email
