Walmer Crew
Lifeboat Operations Manager Denis Brophy
Denis joined Walmer lifeboat crew in 1972 and rose to become coxswain of the all-weather lifeboat in 1988. He served as coxswain until the boat was replaced by an Atlantic 21 in May 1990. Denis than became senior helmsman of the new boat until retirement in 1999.He spent a year as deputy launching authority before becoming lifeboat operations manager in August 2000. ]]>
Boat House Manager Les Coe
Les has the impressive record of over 50 years service at Walmer Station during which he has held most roles both afloat and on the shore. In 1970 Les was awared the Thanks of the Institution on Vellum for his part in the rescue of two men cut off by the tide in a cave.Despite is recent 'retirement' from active lifeboat work he remains at Walmer as the Boat House Manager. Les's son Andy is one of Walmer's Helmsmen.
Helmsman Andrew Coe
Andrew Coe joined the Walmer lifeboat crew in 1988, having spent much of his youth on the beach by the lifeboat station, following in his father's footsteps. Andrew is a commercial vehicle workshop manager during the day and is the D class lifeboat mechanic in his spare time. ]]>
Helmsman Matt Pavitt
Matt Pavitt joined the Walmer lifeboat crew in 1993 and also became a full-time lifeboatman at Gravesend in 2002. He remains a volunteer at Walmer during his time off he is also the Chairman of the Walmer, Deal and District Fundraising Branch. Matt is engaged to Emma, a member of the Walmer crew.
Helmsman Nicola Goodban
Nicola (Nic) joined the Walmer lifeboat crew in 1997 and became a helmsman in 2004. Nic lives and works close to the sea, being a full-time Coastguard Watch Officer at Dover. Nic received a letter of appreciation from the Operations director for a service in 2000. ]]>
Helmsman Brad Rebbeck
Brad joined the Walmer lifeboat crew in 2001 and became a helmsman in 2006. Brad lives in Deal with his wife and son.Brad is a full-time fire fighter at Deal Fire Station.
Helmsman Adam Cowell
Adam has been on the crew at Walmer since 2001 and has recently been appointed as a D-Class Helmsman. Adam lives in Walmer and works in IT.
Helmsman (Designate) Andy Murray
Andy has been on the crew since 2000 and is a designate Helmsman. Andy works on a local dairy farm and lives in Walmer with his wife Jess and their baby daughter.
Crew Member Andy Howland
Like many other on the crew, Andy grew up working on the beach at Walmer. He lives in Walmer with his fiancee and works as an engineer at a local firm.
Crew Member Lucy Herbert
Lucy has been on the crew at Walmer since 2000. When she isn't globe-trotting, Lucy works as a supply PE Teacher in local schools.
Crew Member Sean Carter
Sean has been a crew member since 2001. Sean is a Minister at the local Baptist Church and lives in Walmer with his wife and two children.
Crew Member Steve Emptage
Steve has been on the crew since 2001. He lives in Deal and works as a car body work specialist.
Crew Member James Evans
James Evans is following in his father's footsteps as a crew member at Walmer. He has been a crew member since 2001.
Crew Member Emma Wise
Emma joined the crew in 2003. When she is not giving up her time with the RNLI Emma works as a nurse in the local A&E department. She is the unlucky person who is getting married to Matt (one of the helmsmen) in May!
Crew Member Victoria Brophy
Vic was a crew member since 2003. In 2007 she became a shorehelper and station cake maker! She works as a research scienctist and is married to Walmer's Tractor Mechanic and former crew member Chris.
Crew Member Gary Pierce
Gary has been on the crew for 3 years and has also served as a crew member on Dover Lifeboat. Gary lives in Deal and works as a mechanical engineer for Dover Harbour Board.
Crew Member Michael Richardson
Mick has been at Walmer station since 2004. He works for the Metropolitan Police and lives in Deal with his partner.
Crew Member Sam Culpin
Sam has been a member of the crew since 2004. Sam works as a Police Officer and lives in Walmer with his wife.
Crew Member James Evans II
James has been on the crew since 2005. He works as a security officer at Pfizers.
Crew Member Justin Garlinge
Justin has been a member of the crew since 2005. Justin works for HM Revenue and Customs and enjoys a game of rugby in his spare time.
Crew Member Dave Mitchell
Dave has been a crew member since 2006. Dave works in London as an IT specialist and lives in Walmer with his wife and two children.
Crew Member Colin Varral
Colin has been at Walmer since 2006 and works as a Paramedic .
Crew Member James Salmon
James joined the crew in 2006. James works as a Health and Safety Instructor and part time DJ. He lives in Deal his wife and young son.
Shore Crew Andy Worwood
Andy was a crew member between 19?? - 19??. He now volunteers as a tractor driver at Walmer.
Shore Crew Tony Evans
Tony was a crew member at Walmer between 19??-20??. Tony is now a tractor driver and Atlantic mechanic. His son James is currently a member of the crew.
Shore Crew Chris Brophy
Chris was a member of the lifeboat crew between 1988 - 2003. Chris now volunteers as the Tractor Driver and Mechanic.
