Bangor RNLI presented with £2,500 by the members of Ballyholme Yacht Club

These funds were raised during the festive period over a series of events hosted by Ballyholme Yacht Club. £1,000 was raised by the proceeds of the Christmas prize draw and £120 was raised from the proceeds of the Christmas quiz.

140 cold water swimmers braved the elements on Boxing Day for the annual Boxing Day Swim and the club also donated the £700 entrance money to the charity. Donations in the RNLI collection buckets raised a further £680.

Commenting on the support that they have received, Tom Bell, Bangor RNLI Lifeboat Press Officer says: 'We are extremely grateful for the support that we continue to receive from Ballyholme Yacht Cub, and we cannot thank them enough for their latest donation. The funds they have donated to date equate to kitting out an inshore lifeboat crew member in full personal protective equipment such as drysuit, helmet and lifejacket. The money they have and continue to donate will be used locally at Bangor RNLI Lifeboat Station, allowing us to continue to provide our 24/7 lifesaving service and achieve our overall goal of saving lives at sea.'

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