A Nostalgic Return to the RNLI: Brook View Residents Revisit Special Waterfront Venue

Brook View residents Pam and Trevor Clark recently enjoyed a heart-warming return to a venue that holds a special place in their hearts, the restaurant at the RNLI College in Poole, where they celebrated their golden wedding anniversary nine years ago.

Longstanding supporters of the lifeboat charity, Pam and Trevor had expressed their wish for a nostalgic visit. The Brook View Companionship Team were delighted to help make it happen, arranging a minibus trip and high tea at the waterfront restaurant, joined by their friend and fellow resident David Vincent.

The outing included a tour of the RNLI College and a unique chance to watch new recruits in training. Over tea in the Rigger’s restaurant, with beautiful views across Poole Harbour and the Twin Sails Bridge, Pam reminisced:

“We remembered the wonderful lunch we had to celebrate our golden wedding here. It was a lovely opportunity to revisit such a special place.”

Trevor shared,

“We were all made very welcome. The RNLI staff were so happy to help and we enjoyed seeing the panoramic views of the bay once again. As a lifelong supporter, I know just how important the RNLI is, my father’s influence led to my own interest in their work.”

David, a Royal Navy veteran and former RNLI shoreline member, described his delight at seeing the Twin Sails Bridge lift for the first time:

“It’s remarkable how quickly it can rise to allow vessels to pass under.”

Pam, Trevor and David were accompanied on the visit by Colten Care minibus driver Paul Hilliam and Brook View Companionship Team member Rebecca Grimsey. Trevor especially enjoyed taking the salute with Paul in front of an RNLI wall display.

The RNLI, headquartered in Poole, celebrated its 200th anniversary in 2024 and continues its lifesaving work into its third century.

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