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  One of the more famous rescues carried out by the Henry Ramey Upcher Fishermen’s Lifeboat was of the brig Ispolen in 1897. The remains of the wreck are occasionally exposed by storms and tides to public view. The latest … Continue reading →

The Fishermen’s Heritage Centre and Peter Coke Shell Gallery are now closed until next Easter. Opening times for 2019 will be announced early in the year.

This year’s art exhibition was opened by the Mayor of Sheringham, Councillor Mrs Madeleine Ashcroft on the evening of 16th August when a preview was held for members and invited guests. The raffle prize was generously donated by Tony Purdy. … Continue reading →

The Sheringham Society held its AGM on 13th April. Many thanks to the 32 members who came to give their support, the best attendance for several years. The society reported another successful year in 2017. All members of the current … Continue reading →

In July the Society organised another trip on the Lucy Lavers lifeboat based in Wells-next-the Sea for members and friends. Anyone wishing to go on a similar trip in 2018 should contact Social Secretary Maureen Cooper (tel. 822156) or the … Continue reading →