National Coastwatch Institution : Registered Charity No. 1045645 Website by John Carpenter
Would you like to join us?
No previous experience is necessary to become a Watchkeeper. You will be given all the training you need, learning at your own speed. If you decide to join us as a member, you will become an important part of the national search and rescue operation, and a vital link in the security of our coastline through contact with HM Coastguard. You will be joining a dedicated band of volunteers who will be delighted to welcome you.
Initially you will be invited to join an experienced Watchkeeper to have a look at what happens during a normal watch of two hours. If then, you are still interested, you will be able to attend on a more regular basis with an experienced Watchkeeper to begin your training. You will be given an Induction and Training Manual to help you understand the role, and to work through a programme at your own speed. Station training sessions are held regularly, where you will learn and practice techniques. You will also meet other team members, as all are encouraged to attend these training sessions.
When you feel ready to be assessed, you can become a Watchkeeper in your own right. If at any time during this period you decide that Coastwatch is not for you, then of course you are free to leave.
Alternatively, if watchkeeping isn't your scene, you could join us as an auxiliary member to help in fund raising and organising Coastwatch stalls at local events, etc.
No previous experience is necessary to become a Watchkeeper. You will be given all the training you need, learning at your own speed. If you decide to join us as a member, you will become an important part of the national search and rescue operation, and a vital link in the security of our coastline through contact with HM Coastguard. You will be joining a dedicated band of volunteers who will be delighted to welcome you.
Initially you will be invited to join an experienced Watchkeeper to have a look at what happens during a normal watch of two hours. If then, you are still interested, you will be able to attend on a more regular basis with an experienced Watchkeeper to begin your training. You will be given an Induction and Training Manual to help you understand the role, and to work through a programme at your own speed. Station training sessions are held regularly, where you will learn and practice techniques. You will also meet other team members, as all are encouraged to attend these training sessions.
When you feel ready to be assessed, you can become a Watchkeeper in your own right. If at any time during this period you decide that Coastwatch is not for you, then of course you are free to leave.
Alternatively, if watchkeeping isn't your scene, you could join us as an auxiliary member to help in fund raising and organising Coastwatch stalls at local events, etc.
For further details and a chat about the job, please speak to either:
The Station Manager, Ray Amo - tel.: 01263 721016
or Assistant Manager, Mike West - tel.: 01263 721541
or you can use our Contact Form
The Station Manager, Ray Amo - tel.: 01263 721016
or Assistant Manager, Mike West - tel.: 01263 721541
or you can use our Contact Form
Funding
Each Coastwatch station is responsible for funding its own running costs, equipment purchase and maintenance, telephone, heating, lighting, licence fees, equipment insurance, training its members to nationally recognised standards and providing members and public liability insurance through it’s membership fees to the National Coastwatch Institution.
Currently, Coastwatch Mundesley raises most of its income from collections throughout the year at various superstores in Cromer, North Walsham and Stalham. These collections are undertaken by the Watchkeepers who do this in addition to their normal duties. However, the sums collected are usually just enough to cover the day to day expenses of the station.
Any additional money raised and donated through special projects is used for the repair and replacement of existing equipment, for the purchase of any further items of specialist equipment and for training members.
Donations from individuals, companies and groups wishing to raise funds on our behalf are always welcome.
As a registered charity we are able to claim Gift Aid on any donations made, if you are a taxpayer.
Each Coastwatch station is responsible for funding its own running costs, equipment purchase and maintenance, telephone, heating, lighting, licence fees, equipment insurance, training its members to nationally recognised standards and providing members and public liability insurance through it’s membership fees to the National Coastwatch Institution.
Currently, Coastwatch Mundesley raises most of its income from collections throughout the year at various superstores in Cromer, North Walsham and Stalham. These collections are undertaken by the Watchkeepers who do this in addition to their normal duties. However, the sums collected are usually just enough to cover the day to day expenses of the station.
Any additional money raised and donated through special projects is used for the repair and replacement of existing equipment, for the purchase of any further items of specialist equipment and for training members.
Donations from individuals, companies and groups wishing to raise funds on our behalf are always welcome.
As a registered charity we are able to claim Gift Aid on any donations made, if you are a taxpayer.
For information on how you can make a donation please click here
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