A duck race is being held on the Marine Lake to raise money for a new lifeboat for RNLI West Kirby.
It is taking place at 10am on Bank Holiday Monday 8 May, with tickets costing £3 each.
Tickets are being sold at the following locations:
- West Kirby temporary lifeboat station – Saturday 22 April from 9am – 1pm
- West Kirby Concourse – Saturday 29 April from 12pm – 2pm
- Hoylake RFC – Sunday 30 April from 9am – 12 midday (to be confirmed)
- West Kirby Concourse – Sunday 7 May from 12pm – 2pm
The RNLI will also be visiting local schools to sell tickets, and advise parents to keep their eye on school newsletters.
If any tickets are left, they will be available to purchase on the day of the race.
The current D class vessel is now 20 years old and nearing the end of its operational life, meaning they need to secure the money for a new one.
The RNLI needs the help of the public to find the final £50,000 towards the total cost of £89,000.
West Kirby lifeboat has launched 55 times over the last two years alone, helping save three lives and aid 61 people.
Chris Gatenby, Senior Helm at West Kirby RNLI, said: “With a new D class lifeboat, I’ll have the right equipment, the right training and the right boat. I’ve never gone out on a dark and stormy night and worried about having the right kit – the D class can take on anything.
“The lifeboat is ideal for the area’s shallow waters, and the types of rescues we carry out – she can get in close to cliffs and rocks, and can even be beached if necessary. With your help, we’ll be able to rely on the D class for many years to come.”
Richard Diamond, Lifeboat Operations Manager, added: “By helping to provide us with a new D class you’ll make a real lifesaving difference in the local community.”
Since 1966, West Kirby Lifeboat Station has launched around 900 times and saved 225 lives.
It has 22 crew and 13 other volunteers.
You can also donate to the fund online at https://rnli.org/support-us/give-money/give-to-a-special-appeal/west-kirby-appeal/donate?currency=GBP&amount=200
