March 6th 1980, Knott-End Coastguard Station was opened. There was also a Landrover at Knott-End. The Landrover had a six foot high aerial so it had to be folded down near bridges. 06 March 1980 first General Purpose boat put on station. Ramsay Taylor became the first Auxiallary-in-charge at H.M. Coastguard Knott-End-on-Sea. The Searider was replaced in 1983 because it was ten years old. Another Avon Searider 4 metre was put on station. Knott-End Coastguard celebrated its 10th birthday in 1984. In March 1985 Ramsey Taylor died after a short illness. His fellow Coastguards carried his coffin to and from the church. Maroons were set off across the river and Coastguards and sailors around marked there respect. His ashes were spread at sea by Knott-End-on-Sea Coastguard Boat. A few months later John Bradbury took over as the new Aux/I/C at Knott-End. In November 1988 the Searider was replaced by a brand new Carson 500. The new boat was first taken out at Knott-End on sea trials on November 20th 1988. After its sea trial it had to have several modifications. After the modifications it served for six years and was even taken to inland floods. The Carson was the fastest boat that had been at Knott-End at that time. The Carson was replaced on Wednesday 15th March 1995 with a Ribcraft 5.85. The boat had a taller A-frame than the Carson so the garage had to be fitted with a winch. The boat couldn't be backed into the garage by the Landrover because the each time the mast head light got smashed off, even when folded down. The boat is now winched bow first into the garage.

The Carson

left to right. ? at helm (you can see his arm), Steven Taylor CG also Ramsey's son, Vivien Taylor Ramsey's daughter, John Bradbury (later became aux in charge) and Rev Bob Jackson.

Wednesday March 15th 1995-Carson was taken off station.

Monday March 06th 2000-Present Station is 20 years old.