Once again Winchester Soroptimists provided a picnic for the families of the local Refuge. As always members donated tasty picnic food, which we laid out in the shade next to the play area in St Swithuns School. 
The day had threatened rain but we were blessed with a beautiful warm sunny day and the children from the Refuge enjoyed time with their mothers and playing with the toys in the grounds. Two of the students Juliet Lowe and Jasmine Scott helped with the meet and greet of the families and joined in with the ball games on the sports pitch.
It is hoped this continues to be an annual event and our thanks go to the school chaplain the Reverend Paul Wallington, the students and St Swithuns for their organisation and support, and allowing the use of the school for this event. 
The children and mothers were also given gifts to take back with them as a happy souvenir of their day. 
You can find out more about Winchester Soroptimists by emailing winchestersoroptimists@gmail.com
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