Local RNLI branch seeks more volunteers

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 10:46

The Salisbury and Wilton Fundraising branch of the RNLI is calling on local people to give a little time to suppor their fundraising efforts.

The branch comprises a Committee and a Collection Crew of volunteers who give a few hours of their time every couple of months to raise around £15,000 per year to support the RNLI's lifesaving activities.

The branch has a very close relationship with its nearest Lifeboat Station, Mudeford, whose crew often supports the fundraisers at events.

The Branch's area has grown in the last few years and now includes all of South Wiltshire, as far West as Shaftesbury in Dorset.

A spokesperson for the branch said, "The number and range of fundraising events have increased, and we are very keen to expand our Collection Crew. We hold collections at supermarkets and garden centres, sell RNLI merchandise from our pop-up shops in Salisbury Market and participate in local events such as Wallop Wheels and Wings and Downton Cuckoo Fair.

"We also hold two events in the Guildhall Square every year as part of the RNLI’s Mayday Appeal and Lifeboat Saturday national fundraising efforts.

"We are looking for additional volunteers to help us in our fundraising activities to help volunteer RNLI lifeboat crews to save lives at sea. Our enthusiastic Collection Crew has members of all ages, including many retired people who enjoy meeting our supporters around Wiltshire. You can volunteer for as many or as few events as you wish.

"Our Branch Chair, Matthew Sykes, would very much like to hear from you. For more information, please contact us at rnlisalisburywilton@gmail.com."

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