Cornish surf life-saving club wins King's Award
Sir Edward revealed the award was only the second time it has been given to a surf life-saving club.The club's chair and secretary, Steve and Becca Peck, were also invited to Buckingham Palace to meet King Charles III at a garden party in May.Speaking after the opening ceremony, Mr Peck said the renovation had been made possible through "generous donations of both time and money".He said: "Over the spring, an essential new roof has been fitted to the club house, along with other improvements, including solar panels and better storage for kit and life-saving equipment."The club house will now be watertight for many years to come, so a huge thanks to everyone who has helped along the way."
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