The Crew

 

Simon Cunningham (Skipper)

 

My first days at sea were with my grandfather, he would carry me in his arms to his coble which is a traditional North East fishing boat. My ground knowledge was gained from his lifetime at sea. I spent my youth on commercial fishing boats you would find me down the harbour looking to go to sea with anyone who needed a hand or had space just to take me! I had my own fishing boat during my school days which I fished at every opportunity be it during school holidays or weekends working my lobster pots or fishing for fun with my friends.

At the age of 18 I joined the RNLI and spent 7 years in service gaining me formal qualifications and experiences  which i am truley thankful for the opportunity to of been part of. Work commitments forced me away from the RNLI but I would gladly give my time in the future if I could ever serve again.