Soroptimists hide treasure in plain sight.
Crosby Soroptimists’ latest fundraising event involved a treasure map, clues in rhyme and a trail round Little Crosby.
Over 40 people took up the challenge to explore this local village which is a conservation area in itself. The event raised over £500 for SI Crosby’s charity fund.
The specially-drawn map led participants through the village and – eventually – to the parish hall. On the way, a series of rhyming clues set everyone a-puzzling.
Several local residents had kindly entered into the spirit of the day and hosted clues in their front gardens. There were critters to look for, plus historical items, wayside features and memorials. One of the hosts has since asked to keep the clue – a row of peg dolls on her gate – as her daughter loved seeing them.
For anyone not wishing to take part in the walking trail there was a map-based ‘treasure hunt’ in the village hall. The hall was also the final stop for everyone else, where the Soroptimists’ warm welcome (afternoon tea and a cuppa) was much appreciated.
Club member Jill Boggan, who leads the Soroptimists’ fundraising team, drew up the map and the clues. Jill said: “A big thank you to villager John Stoddern and all other residents who supported this event. From our outline proposals to the day itself, they have been really helpful.”
Crosby Soroptimist President Pat Williams was delighted with the success of the initiative. “The trail was a novel way in which to find out more about this beautiful local village. A challenge, a walk and a sociable afternoon tea – this certainly put the ‘fun’ into fundraising.”