Martin Myhill joined Flamborough Lifeboat Station on 6 February 2003
Martin Myhill will hang up his lifejacket after 23 years with the RNLI(Image: Flamborough RNLI)
Two decades worth of rescues, mechanical know-how, and a royal visit – a Flamborough RNLI volunteer has been thanked for his dedicated service as he enters retirement after joining the lifeboat volunteer crew in 23 years ago. Martin Myhill started off as an active lifeboat volunteer, transitioning to the mechanical side of operations once he reached the retirement age of 55.
Martin first joined Flamborough Lifeboat Station on 6 February 2003, at a time when the station’s lifeboat was the Atlantic 75, Jason Logg. Over the next 15 years, Martin attended 99 services, answering the call whenever help was needed at sea.
He is looking forward to spending more time on his motorbike during retirement. Martin said: “I’ve really enjoyed my time at Flamborough Lifeboat Station. I’ve met some amazing people and made some great friends along the way. Now I’m looking forward to retirement and enjoying some more time out on my motorbike.”
During the last 23 years, Martin has met countless people, including being present for a Royal visit when the Duke of Kent visited the station. In 2018, Martin had to retire from active lifeboat crew duties after reaching the then retirement age of 55.
But that wasn’t the end of his time at Flamborough. After a few years away, Martin returned and got involved on the mechanical side of the station, as well as becoming a tractor driver. He eventually decided to concentrate on the launch and recovery side of the station, something he thoroughly enjoyed and continued to give his time to.
A post on Flamborough RNLI’s Facebook page said: “From those early days with Jason Logg, through 99 services, mechanical duties, tractor driving and launch and recovery, Martin has played his part in the life of Flamborough RNLI and has helped support the station and its crews in so many ways. Thank you for your dedication, your time, your hard work, your friendship and, most importantly, your commitment to Flamborough RNLI and the people who rely on our lifeboat. From everyone at Flamborough RNLI, we wish you a very happy and well-deserved retirement. Enjoy the next chapter, Martin — and thank you for everything!”
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