Our grand finale fundraiser on behalf of the Pathway Project took place on Friday 28th February in the sumptuous surroundings of Swinfen Hall Hotel.
Welcomed with a glass of bubbly and to the sounds made by a very skilled 15 year old saxophonist, we were guided into the ballroom by our City Town Crier, Ken Knowles in his evening finery.
During a lovely two course meal we were wowed by table magicians, particularly the young man who had been supported by Pathways who told us correctly on every occasion which card we were holding.
Jackie, the Pathways Project Refuge Manager told us about the work of the project and how they aim to turn victims into survivors at a time when it was even more vital than ever to support the families affected by domestic abuse.
The casino tables of roulette and blackjack were soon crowded with eager guests to use their chips
and at the end of the evening our Treasurer Carolyn, held the most chips.
With a very wide selection of 14 excellent raffle prizes that included a spa day for two donated by Bannatyne’s gym, a basket of beer from Coors and a studio photo shoot from Barrett & Co, Ken kept the proceedings in a very orderly manner.Paul brought his magic mirror that we could have our photo taken in front of, having dressed up in the selection of hats and feather boas he brought.
A lovely evening was had by all and when President Karen announced that we had raised just over £12,200 with the very generous donations from two anonymous benefactors, everyone was shocked but immensely pleased for our charity of the year!