Fri 11 Sep to Sun 20 Sep
Fri 11 Sep:1100 - 1630; Sat 12 Sep:1100 - 1630; Sun 13 Sep:1100 - 1630; Mon 14 Sep:1100 - 1630; Tues 15 Sep:1100 - 1630; Wed 16 Sep:1100 - 1630; Thu 17 Sep:1100 - 1630; Fri 18 Sep:1100 - 1630; Sat 19 Sep:1100 - 1630; Sun 20 Sep:1100 - 1630; Free Entry.
Coastwatch Lookout Station, Beach Road Car Park, Marine Parade East, Lee-on-the-Solent PO13 9LA
Heritage Open Day: Wherever there is a National Coastwatch Institution (NCI) station, a watchkeeper will be looking out for danger and ensuring safety on the water and along the coastline. Drop in to hear about NCI's vital voluntary work along our waters and shores. The National Coastwatch is an integral part of the National Search and Rescue Organisation (SAR) and is answerable directly to HM Coast Guard. High technology and sophisticated systems such as radar and telecommunications have vastly improved safety at sea, but there is no substitute for a watchful pair of eyes.
This short talk by the Watch Keeper will inform you of the work at the Lee NCI Station, and include a visit to the bridge to view the equipment they use to aid in keeping sharp eyes along the coast...
