<div>Minehead Barbarians RFC is more than just a rugby club; it is a hub for our community, a home for local athletes of all ages, and a welcoming space for visitors. To keep our players, spectators, and neighbours safe, we are raising money  to replace our aging defibrillator (AED) with a brand-new, reliable unit. The Cost of the Unit is £1160 with additional required for Installation. Our goal is £1500 in total to cover all costs. 
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<div>Why This Matters: The Rural Reality
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<div>In a cardiac emergency, every second is the difference between life and death. For Minehead, the stakes are even higher due to our geography:
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<div>The Golden Hour: When someone suffers a cardiac arrest, their chances of survival drop by 10% for every minute that passes without defibrillation.
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<div>The Distance Factor: Our nearest major hospital is 26 miles away. In a rural setting, emergency response times can be impacted by distance and traffic, making on-site life-saving equipment our first and most important line of defense.
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<div>Rugby &amp; Physical Stress: High-intensity sports naturally put more strain on the heart. Having an AED on site ensures that we are prepared for the unthinkable.
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<div>The Power of an AED
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<div>The statistics are clear: performing CPR alone gives a casualty a survival chance of around 9%. However, using a defibrillator within the first 3–5 minutes of collapse can increase survival rates to over 70%.
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<div>How You Can Help
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<div>Our current unit needs replacing to ensure it is ready to work the moment it is needed. The cost of a new unit is £1,160. While that is a specific figure, the peace of mind it provides to our parents, players, and fans is unmeasurable.
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<div>Donate: Every £1 goes directly into the fund. No amount is too small.
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<div>Share: If you aren't in a position to donate, please share this link with your friends, family, and local businesses.
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<div>We hope we never have to use it—but we must ensure it’s there if we do. Thank you for supporting the Minehead Barbarians and helping us keep our community safe.
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Katarina Stenner

Alexander Zelazik

Will Griffin

Harry Reeder

Luke Milton

Oli Butterworth

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Kelly Jones

Emma Case

Mark Kingston-James

John Webber

Daniel Bishop

Hilary Martin

Jonathan Reed

Jack Claydon

Michael Rawle

Richard Parsons

Matt Lynch

Help us replace our Defibrillator at Minehead Barbarians RFC

Just £160£ to go! Make an impact.

Help us replace our Defibrillator at Minehead Barbarians RFC

Just £160 to go!
Make an impact.