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A DAY of nostalgia is promised in Burnham-on-Sea this weekend as BARB Search and Rescue celebrates its 30th anniversary.

The charity was formed in 1992 as Burnham Area Rescue Boat since when its volunteers have saved hundreds of lives.

And crew members and supporters from the past three decades are being invited to a community day at Burnham's BASC Ground on Sunday (June 26) between 10am to 4pm.

A BARB spokesperson said: “During the day, there will be displays of rescue hovercrafts and past equipment such as tractors and trucks and a chance to meet our volunteers and supporters.

“As part of the event, we are planning to hold a history display of past memorabilia."

BARB operates life-saving hovercraft and inshore rescue boats which are operated by a team of volunteers.

The spokesperson added: "We have saved hundreds of lives in Somerset and are on call 24 hours a day.

"We rely on your donations to keep our independent charity running."

Further events to celebrate the 30th anniversary will be held later in the year.