A Few Facts and Figures.
It costs around 150 millon euro a year to run the RNLI. Which is supported entirely from Fundraising. The Charity saved 0ver 300 lifes at sea in 2008 and 333 in 2009.
Up Comming Events.
The local lifeboat day is held annually on the first Sunday in August.
Past Events.
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December 2011
Wexford sports and classic car club held a classic car show at Slaney Manor, Barntown in July 2011. The club raised €820 at the event which it decided to donate to the RNLI, Kilmore Quay lifeboat station received €320 from the motor club. Thanks to Wexford sport and classic car club for their support.
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August 2011
The fund raising team took a spin on board the RNLB Killarney.
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August 2011
Kilmore Quay Lifeboat would like to say THANK YOU to everybody who came along on Lifeboat Day and made it a great success. Thanks also to those who took part in the kayak race on Saturday evening and to Kilmore Quay boat club who had their annual auction on Sunday evening, to the bikers who did the run to Hook head and back. Thanks again.
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June 2011
Kilkenny sub-aqua club presented a cheque for seven hundred euro to the lifeboat station at the Naming ceremony. Thanks to Kilkenny Suba aqua for their support.
April 2011
We would like to thank everyone who packed bags or kindly gave money towards our bag pack in Tesco over the weekend. We managed to raise 2,500.00 euro, Once again thank you very much.
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March 2011
Wexford Sub-aqua presented funds to Kilmore Quay lifeboat on sunday the 13th of March 2011, the clubs mascot was on hand to pass on the cheque to the crew.
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October 2010
A fancy dress disco was held in Hotel Saltee's on Satuarday 30th October. A scary night was had by all. Thanks to all who attended.
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September 2010
A group of jetskiers from Wexford including, Jimmy Hyland, MD Wexford Motorcycle Centre and Marine Services, Anthony Kuhn, propietor of harbour Thrills sight-seeing boat, Phillip Scallan, MD Celtic Linen, and Matt Grannell of Grannel Motors raised €16,000 through the Mazda Jet Ski Challenge. They cross the Irish sea from Rosslare to Fishguard in Wales on 10 jet skis to raise funds for RNLI Crew training in all five Wexford RNLI stations.
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August 2010
Kilmore Quay Lifeboat would like to say THANK YOU to everybody who came along on Lifeboat Day and made it a great success. Above are some of the motorcycles that took part in the bike run.
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May 2010
Karin Wissenback and Victor Young presented a cheque for € 1200 on behalf of Kilkenny Suba-aqua club to Johnny Moore of KQLB. Thanks to Kilkenny Suba aqua for their support.
May 2010
Suzie Doyle of Mary Barry's pub in Kilmore Village donated the proceeds from the weekly quiz to Kilmore quay Lifeboat. Thanks to all at Mary Barrys.
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February 2010
Wexford Suba-aqua presented a cheque to the lifeboat crew on Sunday 14th Feb(some people will do anything to escape St valentine's day). Thanks to Wexford Suba aqua for their support.
HAPPY CHRISTMAS
Everyone at Kilmore Quay Lifeboat Station would like to wish the people who supported us in the past, a Peaceful Christmas and a Prosperous 2010.
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October 2009
Members of Kilmore Parish Council and Kilmore Quay Lifeboat at the presention of the proceeds from the summer bbq. Thanks to all who came and supported.
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September 2009
Members of the Roche Family presenting a cheque to Fundraising Chairman Johnny Moore at the Lifeboat Station on behalf of the Roche clan. Thank you for your support.
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August 2009
Kilmore Quay Lifeboat Station had its open day on Sunday 2nd August with a mix of stalls as well as having the lifeboat open to the public. Thanks to all who came and supported.
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August 2009
Kilmore Quay Sailing Club held a yacht race followed by a charity auction in Hotel Saltees on Sunday 2nd August. Thanks to all involved.
July 2009
A barn dance and bbq was oraganised by the parish council in conjunction with lifeboat fundraising and was held at Fortunes farm, Ballyhealy. A big thank you to Fr Denis, the Fortune Family and all who gave their time or supported the event in any way.
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July 2009
The Cathy Bates Memorial raft race took place on Sunday 19th July. A big crowd turned out to watch the event. Thanks to the rafters and sponsors.
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May 2009
The annual RNLI Ireland awards have taken place in the Royal Hospital Kilmainham, Dublin. Almost 70 volunteers and supporters being recognised for their role in raising funds and awareness for the charity that saves lives at sea. The guest of honour was television and radio presenter Pat Kenny. Pat presented Stella with her gold badge for her individual efforts within fundraising.
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May 2009
Local supporters, fundraisers and crew packed bags at Tesco in Wexford town on Saturday and Sunday of the May bank holiday weekend. Thanks to Tesco and their shoppers as well as everyone who gave up their time. Thanks for your support.
APRIL 2009
A table quiz in Hotel Saltee's was run by Anne,Tony and Susan Kelly along with Sylvie Kehoe . Thanks to all.
DECEMBER 2008
THANK YOU to all the Individuals and groups who support us in 2008.
9th NOVEMBER 2008
A coffee morning was held in the Stella Maris Centre from 10am until noon.Thank you for your support.
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NOVEMBER 2008
Youth Reach, Brantown, Co Wexford. Raised funds for Kilmore Quay Lifeboat.Thank you for your support.
OCTOBER 2008
A fancy dress disco was held in Hotel Saltees, a great night was had by all.Thank you for your support.
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SEPTEMBER 2008
Steam engine enthusiast undertook a run from Kilmore Quay to the steam rally at Fenagh in County Carlow. A trip that took two days to complete with an overnight stop at ballycarney.Thank you for your support.
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AUGUST 2008
A barn dance and bbq was oraganised by the parish council in conjunction with lifeboat fundraising and was held at fortunes farm, ballyhealy. The amount rasied was split between both organisations. A big thank you to all that supported the event in any way.
AUGUST 2008
Kilmore Quay Sailing Club raised funds by having their annual yacht race and auction.
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APRIL 2008
Mick Doyle (3rd from left back row) raised funds for the lifeboats by doing a Sponsored parachute jump
well done Mick.Thank you for your support.
