Fundraising Event

FUNDRAISING EVENT Sunshone for annual fundraiser

Ascenic garden was the setting for arecent fundraising event by the Newcastle-based Tri Services and Veterans Support Centre.

The sun shone for the wellattended event which was stagedatthe OldHallin Madeley and saw lots of activities and displaysfor visitors to enjoy.

Aspokesman for Tri Services said: “We held our Annual Garden fundraising event at the Old Hall Madeley on September 5courtesyof Gary and Simon White. “It had been scheduled for July 4but Covid forced us to cancel theevent plus it rained heavily on that day too. “The weatherwas fantastic as was theturnout by thelocals. “In the garden we had Bushcraft, Military memoribilia, pyrography (wood burning) demonstrations, Models for Heroes, Staffordshire War Gamers, SSAFA, Help for Heroes, Air Cadets from 435 Sqn, The Cheshire Bugles and Drums. RBL Bikers, aFerret Scout car and two vintage cars. “There was also aTombola and raffle with lotsofprizes to be had and free tea and coffee for all. “Visitors included Deputy Lieutenant of Staffordshire, Pritpal Singh NagiMBE and his wife Ruby, the Mayor of Newcastle under Lyme Ken Owen, accompanied by Mayoress Rachel Eaton, the High Sheriff of Staffordshire James Friend and his wife Sanda. “All of the visitors spent time talking to as many people as possible and enjoyed their time with us.”

The spokesman added: “All in all it was agreat event for all concerned and we would like to thank all of our volunteers and supporters who worked tirelessly to make the event a success and to thepublicfor coming along and supporting us on the day. Funds raised have not yetbeen fully counted but we are close to £1000, thank you all for your generosity.

“Our final thanks are to Gary and Simon for their help and support and generosity in allowing us to host the event in their garden, thank you both.”

For further information go online to: https://veteransupportcentre.o rg.

Photos from theTri Services and Veterans Support Centre Facebook page.