On Tuesday 25th July representatives of Loyal Manor Chapter visited members of local charity Friends Of MV Freedom. Ex Comp Bob Turner, along with ExComp Roger Hart, Charity Steward ExComp Bob Temple and Comp Chris Barrett, presented a cheque for £500 to the skipper, trustees and crew of the catamaran, which was at it’s berth at North Quay in Weymouth marina.
MV Freedom is a 10 metre motor catamaran that has been specifically designed and built to cater for wheelchair users and those living with disability, with it being used for twice-daily seasonal trips for passengers including those living with sensory impairments, military veterans, young adults, children and the elderly. The trained crew work as enthusiastic volunteers, as was most evident during our visit. With nearly 3000 trips already completed this year, their dedication and hard work is obvious and Loyal Manor is proud to support them. With running costs of £17,000 a year the Friends Of MV Freedom depend on donations, whether through fundraising or individuals/organisations providing funds directly.
They received the Queen’s Award For Voluntary Service in 2021 from Her Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant Angus Campbell in recognition of the amazing service that they provide and long may it continue.
The photo below includes (left to right) Paula (MVF bookings), Martyn (MVF trustee), Ex Comp Bob Turner, Peter (MVF trustee), Bill (MVF trustee), Ex Comp Roger Hart, Grahame (MVF skipper and trustee) and Ex Comp Bob Temple.
Loyal Manor Lodge No.6445 