Matthew Dixon

Robert Dixon 20th Anniversary

Fundraising for RNLI - Royal National Lifeboat Institution
£7,036
raised of £10,000 target
by 210 supporters
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In memory of Robert Dixon
RNLI - Royal National Lifeboat Institution

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We are a 24 hour search & rescue service to save lives at sea

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As some of you already know in 2000 I was on a weekend climbing break with my dad (Robert Neville Dixon) and his climbing group "Innominata Mountain Club".  

After an incredible August Bank Holiday weekend climbing and coasteering in Pembrokeshire near to Tenby, we began the last climb before heading home.  Sadly on this occasion, my dad had an accident where part of the cliff face he was attached to came away and he fell onto the rocks and sea below.

Brave efforts were made by those in attendance and the RNLI were fast to respond on a D Class Lifeboat.  I still recall that they were undertaking CPR as they sped away to the hospital to give him the best chance of survival.

Sadly, despite the efforts of all those in attendance and the RNLI the injuries sustained to my father were too severe and he passed away.  

Given my age, at the time (13 years old) it was hard to process the event and consequently, I did not arrange any fundraising back then.  I haven't sought to raise funds previously, however, to mark the 20th anniversary I would like to do just that for the RNLI.  

In memory of my dad who instilled in me a love of the outdoors, I am completing a series of challenges across the year.  The activities will be across running, swimming, and hiking all to raise funds for this fantastic charity that we never know when we will depend upon.

I would really appreciate anything you can spare for this great cause and please do visit my website for details on my activities and how to get involved.

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About the charity

RNLI - Royal National Lifeboat Institution

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RNLI volunteer lifeboat crews provide a 24-hour search and rescue service all around the UK and Ireland, while lifeguards keep a careful watch on the UK’s busiest beaches. RNLI lifesaving and drowning prevention depend on supporter fundraising and the generous donations that you and others give.

Donation summary

Total raised
£7,035.42
+ £1,222.50 Gift Aid
Online donations
£7,035.42
Offline donations
£0.00

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