MORE THAN £1,200 was raised by the Whitchurch branch of the League of Friends to the Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt hospital at a summer event.
The group raised the funds at a recent Summer Coffee Morning held at Gredington Hall in Hanmer by kind permission of Lady Kenyon.
Angela Witter, Whitchurch Branch Chairman, said they were blown away by the turnout on what was a wet and windy day and thanked everyone for taking part.
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She said: “Committee members braced themselves for a wet morning as they set up stalls and tables.
“An overwhelming number of supporters turned out to enjoy coffee and biscuits and find the perfect plant for their garden from the well-stocked stall.
“Visitors were able to buy home-made treats from the cake stall and handmade greeting cards in the shelter of undercover stables and a gazebo.
“The storm blew over and the sun shone.
“Delighted guests were able to experience a rare treat to walk the charming 16-acre garden.
“The beautiful grounds include national collections of viburnum and Sarcococca and many unusual trees and shrubs including an extensive collection of oak trees.
“Thank you to everyone who turned out to support us.
“We extend sincere thanks to Lady Kenyon for allowing us to hold our summer event at Gredington and to our committee for making it such a success.”
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Meanwhile, confirmed fundraising events for later on in the year at Tilstock Village Hall include on Wednesday, October 23 a ‘Bread Talk and Demonstration’ with Liz Wilson, a passionate baker and bread teacher who runs award winning bakery and bread school “Ma Baker”.
Then on Wednesday, November 27, there will be afternoon and evening Christmas Wreathmaking with well-known flower arranging specialist Janet Blake.
For tickets or more details contact Whitchurch League of Friends committee member or contact the secretary on 07966 490372.
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