Herald - Issue 447

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Discussing the purchase of the Hythe Ferry, Fran essential services to Solent users, and we are pleased to be able to support its future.” Red Funnel rst began its ferry service in 1861 and, during its long history, the Isle of Wight ferry operator has hosted millions of passengers, from islanders and commuters to families exploring the Isle of Wight, to celebrities and royals. Blue Funnel Ferries has operated e Hythe Ferry service since 2017. Lee Rayment, CEO of Blue Funnel Ferries, added: “Through Red Funnel’s purchase The Hythe Ferry will continue to serve Hythe and the Solent community.” e Hythe Ferry will continue to o er daily sailings between Hythe and Southampton Town Quay, sailing from the end of Hythe’s historic pier. Hythe Ferry passengers can now also take advantage of the FREE Quayconnect shuttle bus which runs from Town Quay to Central Station via Westquay. e Hythe Ferry will retain its Blue Funnel livery for the foreseeable future. Collins, CEO of Red Funnel, said: “We have been operating a lifeline service to the Isle of Wight for over 160 years, and are very proud of our heritage in providing connectivity across the Solent. The Hythe Ferry is also a route of historical significance providing Red Funnel and Hythe Ferry © Andrew Sassoli-Walker Local Brewery Names Beer in Honour of Calshot RNLI e Vibrant Forest Brewery named a special beer to mark them hosting the annual RNLI Bands in the Boatshed event held on 26th August. e local brewery, a long-standing supporter of Calshot RNLI, stepped in to o er to host the live music event, when logistical challenges meant that the event could not be held at Calshot Lifeboat Station. Volunteer crew from Calshot RNLI were invited to name the brew and a er a series of votes, decided on the name ‘Out On A Shout’. Event organiser and Calshot RNLI volunteer crew member Andy Bean said: “We were delighted when the Vibrant Brewery offered to brew a special beer for the event and offered the chance for us to name it. There were a number of creative suggestions from the crew, however we settled on Out On A Shout.” Vibrant Forest Brewery General Manager, Ryan Dack added: “Out On A Shout was brewed on our pilot kit specifically for Bands In The Boatshed. A boatload of hops were combined in this no-nonsense IPA fermented on a fruity English yeast and backed up with a solid bitter bite. We were excited to support the RNLI with this event and hope that supporters enjoyed the special beer at the event!” Despite some heavy showers, the turnout on the day was amazing, with the event raising £1834.87. Calshot RNLI comment: “Events like these take many person that took the time to come down and support us. The money raised really does make a difference and allows us to continue the work we’ve been doing for the last 53 years which is to Save Lives At Sea in our local community!” The Fake Blues Brothers with Stormy Stan (Photo: Graham Burgess) RNLI Calshot Volunteer crew member Andy Bean with the specially brewed IPA, Out On A Shout (Photo: Laura Bean) months of planning and lots of effort behind the scenes. A huge thank you to: The event team - Graham Burgess, Sean Marsh, Andy Bean and Laura Bean. Ryan Dack and the team at the Vibrant Forest Brewery and the acts: Jim Bryant, Finlay Gingell and The Fake Blues Brothers, all of those that donated raffle prizes or made cakes. And finally to every single

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