Maritime

The Trust is a long time supporter of the RNLI and awarded a grant of £3,000 to purchase vital life saving equipment for the newly established lifeguard units, who patrol the beaches during the summer season at Sunderland and South Shields. Lifeguards are an integral part of the RNLI’s commitment to saving lives at sea and a total of 20 trained lifeguards will patrol the local beaches throughout the 16-week summer season, offering safety advice and assisting water users.

Support for Sir James Knott’s strong connection and passion for the sea continues to this day through grants to organisations with maritime connections. Amongst those supported are the Coble and Keelboat Society, activities for the 14 Sea Cadet units within the North East, Coastwatch Berwick, the Cirdan Sailing Trust, Mission to Seafarers, HMS Northumberland, Tyne North Training, the Ocean Youth Trust and Tall Ships Adventures.