by Administrator | Apr 19, 2018 | Chaplains, Outreach
The tragic incident of the chokka [squid] fishing vessel, the Maredon, on her maiden voyage, which capsized off St. Francis Bay in the Eastern Cape on 16 July 2017 is still not forgotten. Of the 16 crew members, twelve crew members were rescued including the Captain...
by Administrator | Mar 3, 2018 | 200 Years
Sailors’ Society was founded 200 years ago in London to minister to the needs of destitute seafarers who had returned home from the Napoleonic Wars.Sailors’ Society celebrates its bicentenary on 18 March 2018, Innovation has always played an important role in...
by Administrator | Feb 1, 2016 | Sailors' Society
What has become a highlight on the Sailors’ Society, South Africa’s calendar is the annual Dedication Service where chaplains as well as members of the Society re-dedicate themselves to continue serving seafarers and making their well-being our prime concern. Held at...
by Administrator | Apr 22, 2013 | Sailors' Society
The London Dragon Boat Challenge is a relaxed day for all, yet with healthy competition for the teams taking part! We are recruiting teams, comprising of at least ten rowers and a drummer, to race the same stretch of Dorney Lake as victorious Team GB in the recent...