National Fishing Remembrance Day 2024

National Fishing Remembrance Day 2024

A day of reflection and commemoration of all those who have lost their lives while working in the UK fishing industry.

Join us in supporting the first National Fishing Remembrance Day on Sunday, May 12th, 2024. Here at Wright Brothers, we deeply appreciate the sacrifices made by the remarkable individuals who courageously navigate challenging conditions at sea. This day allows us to collectively honour the memory of those who have tragically lost their lives at sea, affecting families, friends, and entire communities. We have been supporting The Fisherman’s Mission over the years, the national charity that provides emergency support alongside practical, financial, and emotional care to active and retired fishermen and their families. Their dedicated team provides 24-hour emergency response services to fishing vessels operating in UK waters, offering assistance in times of injury or loss at sea.

To support this meaningful cause, for one week, we'll add a voluntary one pound donation to your restaurant bill. Additionally, if ordering online via Wright Brothers At Home, there'll be the option to one pound or more to your order. All proceeds will be donated to the Fishermen's Mission. We appreciate your support.


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Show Your Support

For more information on how to show your support and respects on the day, follow the Fishermen’s Mission for details. If there's no official service in your area, consider visiting your nearest memorial to pay your respects. The Fishermen’s Mission and Stella Maris have a program of local events at fishing ports and memorials nationwide on Sunday, May 12, 2024.  

Memorials:

  • Boston – St Botolph’s Footbridge PE21 6NW at 2.00pm
  • Bridlington - Gansey Girl, Bridlington Harbour at 3.00pm
  • Brixham – Brixham Fish Quay , TQ5 8AW at 11.00am
  • Fleetwood –  North Euston Hotel Gardens , The Esplanade, Fleetwood FY7 6BN at 11.00am
  • Grimsby – Lost Fishermen Memorial St James’ Square DN31 1EP at 2.00pm
  • Lowestoft – The Miraculous Catch Fishing Memorial, The South Pier Lowestoft NR33 0AE at 11.00am
  • Newhaven – Newhaven Fishermen’s Memorial, Newhaven West Beach, end of Port Road, Newhaven  BN9 9HD at 11.00 am
  • Newlyn – Fisherman Statue, Newlyn, Penzance TR18 5PP (over the road at St Peters Church if it is raining) at 11.00 am
  • North Shields –  Fiddlers Green Fishermen’s Memorial NE30 1JA at 11.00am and afterwards at the Fishermen’s Mission Centre for unveiling of a blue plaque
  • Maryport – Dockside at 3.00pm
  • Portsmouth –  Camber Memorial Plaque, The Camber, East St, , Portsmouth PO1 2JJ at Midday
  • Whitby – Herring Girls statue, Whitby Band Stand, Fish Quay, Whitby YO21 3PU at 11.00 am
  • Weymouth – Holy Trinity Church, Weymouth, Trinity Road, DT4 8TJ at 10.30am 

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