On June 13, 1982, Halesowen branch held its second Fun Gala for the 12 primary and junior Stourbridge schools whose children come for their swimming lessons to Mrs Jean Hadley (centre), the branch honorary secretary. It was indeed fun, with more than 300 boys and girls taking part in a variety of inter-school relay races as well as a sponsored swim. Later, a cheque for £1,500 was presented to branch chairman Barry Billingham. All together, Halesowen raised a record £3,100 for the lifeboats last year..