Men of Bumpstead and District branch are not afraid to grab an oar and jump into their pulling lifeboat Sir William Hilary. Guiding her through the streets of Steeple Bumpstead as part of the local carnival can be a profitable task for this gallant crew. The day, early last summer, raised more than £100 for the RNLI, mainly from souvenir sales— and the lifeboat exhibit was given a special 'mention in despatches'..