Christmas Cheer for Falklands Vessels
The Lighthouse Seafarers Mission had the chance to host the Lillibet crew for lunch over the Christmas period this year, which was enjoyed by all.
Argos Georgia
The Tragic Loss of Argos Georgia in July 2024 was a tremendous shock to everyone both in the Falklands and around the world. The crew will always be remembered, both those who survived and those whose lives were sadly lost. Our heartfelt condolences go to their families and loved ones. A private Memorial Service was […]
Gifts for Jigger Crew
This year the Mission gave out useful draw string bags to the crew’s from the Fortuna Jiggers as they came ashore to do their Health and Safety Training. They were very well received as you will see from the Photograph. Having trialled this we have now ordered sufficient for ALL crew (Jigger or otherwise) to […]
FIFCA & FIG Support for Seafarers Mission
The Falkland Islands Fishing Companies Association (FIFCA) in partnership with the Falkland Islands Government (FIG) has reached an agreement it is hoped will provide long-term financial security to the Lighthouse Seafarers Mission. Taking effect from July 2023 an initial sum of £125,000 has been approved for the first year on a 60/40 basis, (FIFCA/FIG respectively). […]
RIP Marlon (Sir Marlon Stanley Fitzroy)
It is with profound sadness that we inform everyone that our beautiful Miniature Schnauzer Marlon passed away on the 10th June. Marlon has been a faithful friend for many years and of course The Lighthouse Seasfarers Mission dog. Known to many seafarers Worldwide.
Royal Visit for the Lighthouse Seafarers Mission
November 2022 saw the Patron of Mission to Seafarers in the Falklands Islands and we were delighted to be able to host Her Royal Highness Princess Anne and her husband Sir Tim Lawrence. A very special moment when Marlon the Mission Dog was presented to Her Royal Highness, sadly we have no photographic evidence of […]
