Jazz Turner, the wheelchair user who recently solo circumnavigated the UK and Ireland, covering over 2,000 miles in her yacht ‘FEAR,’ has been appointed an Honorary Watchkeeper with NCI.

Stephen Hand, NCI Chair, and David Crozier, NCI CEO, presented Jazz with a certificate of appointment and an NCI polo shirt.

The presentation took place at Newhaven and Seaford Sailing Club where Jazz is a member. The event was packed and Jazz was proud to learn of her appointment with NCI.

Speaking at the event, Stephen Hand, NCI’s Chair said:

“It was a privilege for us to keep watch as you progressed and passed our lookout stations on your amazing journey around the coasts of the UK and Ireland. On behalf of National Coastwatch, I hope that you will accept this certificate of honorary membership of our charity as a mark of our respect and admiration for your achievement in June and with our best wishes for success in your future even more ambitious plans,” he said.

Following the presentation, Jazz delivered an illustrated talk about her extraordinary record-breaking achievement which raised over £58,000 for Newhaven and Seaford Sailability.

Jazz lives with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, a debilitating genetic condition and, due to complications, doctors have told her that her condition is now terminal. But that is not stopping her from planning her next challenge which is to be the first female disabled sailor to take part in next year’s Royal Western Yacht Club of England’s WorldStar challenge.
The WorldStar 2026 leaves Plymouth in September 2026 and tests sailors to circle the globe without outside assistance or stops. Jazz is seeking supporters and sponsors Fundraiser by Jazz Turner : Project Fear – Around the World

Welcome aboard, Jazz!