Residents might recall that for the last few years, the village has joined in with many civic bodies, government departments – and even No 10 Downing Street – in hoisting the Red Ensign; the flag of the Merchant Navy, every 3rd September.
This year is no exception and the flag will be hoisted at 9am this Tuesday on the village Green flagpole.
Merchant Navy Day was recognised in 2015 as a national flag flying day following a campaign by The Seafarers’ Charity to increase awareness and recognition for our UK merchant sailors. Follow this link www.theseafarerscharity.org/merchant-navy-fund/merchant-navy-day for more information.
Paul Butterworth Chairman The Seafarers’ Charity _______________________________________________ Grapevine mailing list: info@rowlandscastle.com
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