A MARITIME charity is calling on Harwich residents to share their seaside memories to highlight its connection and dependence on the sea.
Sailors' Society is a 200-year-old charity which aims to provide practical, emotional and spiritual welfare support to seafarers.
Stuart Rivers, Sailors' Society chief executive, said: "Whether it’s beach balls, flip-flops or the ingredients used to make an ice cream, 90 per cent of everything you see beside the seaside is transported by sea.
"During the heatwave, many people from Harwich will have headed to the beach to create long-lasting memories.
"Whether you spent childhood holidays at the beach, or have made a career out of working at sea, we’d love to hear and share your stories."
You can share you stories and pictures at www.theseaandme.org.
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