Help Exmoor Search & Rescue

Appeal to help buy new Exmoor rescue vehicle

Exmoor Search and Rescue volunteers say they’re in desperate need of a new water vehicle, and have launched a fundraiser to help buy a replacement £30,000 Land Rover and kit.

“We are looking to purchase a Land Rover Defender 130 to increase our ability to carry personnel as well as all the specialist water equipment,” said Caroline Young, chair of the Exmoor Search & Rescue charity.

“This is vital for the team to operate throughout Devon and Somerset during snow and flood events like those we’ve had recently, and to maintain the team’s off road capabilities.”

The charity is looking for local businesses to get involved. If you could sponsor all or any part of this project, they will publicise your support and your branding could appear on the new rescue vehicle. Exmoor Search & Rescue need to buy the following; Base Vehicle - Land Rover Defender 130 c.£30,000; Livery c.£900; Auxiliary Power System c.£500; Emergency Lighting system + scene lighting c.£1,500; Communications c.£1,400; Self-Recovery System (winch etc) c.£700-£1,200.

Donations can be made using the QR code here or if you’d like to get involved email Caroline Young: chair@exmoor-srt.org.uk