Published 00:00 on 7 Jan 2025
The 2025 RNLI Sponsored Row and Gig Race Raised over £12,000
Many thanks to all those who supported this great event last weekend (1st March 2025). The interim total raised was a splendid £12,097.00
Bright blue skies and a high spring tide saw Maldon waterfront at its best as the MLSC's charity Row and Gig race took place. The Club's canon started the races, firing from the Viking Saga Jetty. Altogether 31 craft took to the water, in colourful costumes, each one vying not only for victory but also to contribute to this great cause.
Unfortunately, a serious medical emergency occurred on one of the leading gigs shortly after the start. First aid was immediately administered by quick thinking fellow crew members, swiftly followed by the crews of the Marine Police Launch and the West Mersea Lifeboat which were fortunately nearby to support the event. It was very reassuring to see the emergency services working together on the water and the backup from the Essex Community First Aid Events Volunteers, the Air Ambulance and rapid response emergency teams all of which resulted in a positive outcome for the casualty from Four Oars, Leigh On Sea.
This is the first emergency since our initial RNLI Row. It's a reminder to us all of why we should support this great volunteer organisation. Early figures confirm that we've raised over £12,000! Special thanks must go to the Basin Oars for raising over £5,000 and Marconi who raised over £3,000.
A selection of pictures from this year's race are now available for viewing in the Gallery or you can use this link .2025 Row Race Pictures
Kind regards, Trevor Holder
Last updated 20:14 on 14 May 2025