We’ve had a ‘wheelie’ good start to the weekend… Every Friday our boats are topped up with fuel and given a checkover before the weekend’s harbour patrols. Today’s session took what some might call a ‘trashy’ turn when the crew spotted and recovered a wheelie bin in the Little Channel – a danger to navigation. … Read more
At the MVS we see a lot of different things whilst out and about in the harbour, but we don’t often see boats propelled by electric outboards. Until this week anyway… Poole played host to ‘Electra’ the eRIB operated by Round Britain eRIB, itself the brainchild of Harry Besley, a young man with a passion … Read more
Since MVS Poole was formed 30 years ago (alongside the national MVS charity), our primary form of community engagement has been carried out by helping Poole’s Harbour Master to patrol and assist other harbour users. Our patrols have always been carried out during daylight – the times when most visitors to the harbour are enjoying … Read more
On the 29th July, we held our monthly social meeting at Lake Yard, Hamworthy. Our monthly socials are just what they say on the tin – an opportunity for members to mingle, chat and receive updates on the charity. But each month we also enjoy a talk from a variety of organisations. This time, Border … Read more
As summer finally starts to get underway and the schools break up, Poole Harbour is busier than ever. Our summer patrols are in full swing helping other harbour users enjoy their time on the water. On Sunday, 28th July, Avocet was tasked with her first patrol of the day, crewed by volunteers Alan, Ian, Roger, … Read more
We were recently invited by The Society for Poole to display a stand at Beating the Sea Bounds 2024 – an invite we were delighted to accept. But what is Beating the Sea Bounds? According to the Society, the original purpose of “Beating of the Bounds of Poole Harbour” was to “check the various marks … Read more
MVS Poole were proud to have been invited to participate in BCP Council’s commemorations for the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings. The event was marked by a flotilla of local professional vessels sailing in procession from Poole Quay in front of assembled crowds, to the Aunt Betty buoy before escorting the Brittany Ferries vessel … Read more
15th April saw us hold our Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Poole. We were pleased to see a great turnout of members to support us as the management team reported on progress made over the last year and what we can expect from the charity in the future. On the agenda was the election for … Read more
Four members visited Harbour Control and viewed the extensive navigation and communication equipment. We were able to meet the Controller on duty and chat about management of the harbour and how the MVS could best assist. Further visit will be available for MVS members – please check the events listing on the website.
Our RIB Trevora is back on the water ready for the season ahead. Well done to all the team who worked on her making her look almost new. After relaunching Dave and Chris take her out to check all is working as expected. If you would like to try out Trevora please book one of … Read more