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Events Update 2009
Coastal Walk 2009
Another fantastic day at this year's coastal walk, with approximately 5,000 walkers taking part!
The day started off with sunshine and blue sky turning quickly to torrential rain at about 11am, this however did not put off our intrepid walkers who carried on regardless. Thankfully the rain was brief and the sun and blue sky returned quickly, perfect conditions for the 15 miles ahead.
It is such a unique event, bringing people from all over the Wirral together to raise money for Charity.
We were delighted that so many people chose to support us this year and it was nice to see so many walkers wearing Hospice T-shirts along the route. We had our Marquee ready and waiting at the end, to welcome them all back and have a much needed sit down and a cold drink!
The rotary club that put on this great event did as always do a great job, registration was quick and efficient there were plenty of Loo's along the way and a great band to welcome them at the finish who played that well known song by the Proclaimers “I would walk 500 miles” I am sure at point they felt like they had walked 500 miles!
I look forward to receiving all your sponsorship, please make sure you get everyone to “GIFT AID” that gives us an extra 28p for every £1 you raise, even more important than ever in this current climate.
Thanks to everyone that took part on our behalf I hope you had a great day, if you have any photos or stories that you would like to share please call Lynne Hamilton on 343 0778.
Annual Golf Competition at Prenton Golf Club
St Johns Hospice annual Golf at Prenton Golf Club was another great success this year, despite the awful weather 13 teams turned out to play, back at the clubhouse players enjoyed a 3 course meal and presentation.
Winners on the Day - Vauxhall Motors
Second Place - Mellwood Construction
Third Place - Andrew Collinge Hairdressing
Potter Family Charity Walk
John and Barbara Potter and their family raised an unbelievable amount of funds for the Hospice by organising a fundraising walk.
The total amount now stands at over £13,000 – an amazing achievement for one family in a short space of time.
The family recently received the devastating news that John has terminal cancer, with the prospect of only a few months left to live
Despite feeling broken hearted the Potters chose to do something positive by raising money for a worthy cause. John has chosen St John's Hospice as their charity since this is in the local community and will play a predominant part in his palliative care in forthcoming weeks/months.
The walk took place on Easter Saturday at Thurstaston Country Park on the Wirral. The support from family and friends was tremendous with over 120 people turning up on the day, which way surpassed our expectations.
Sacred Heart Church Irish Night
The Sacred Heart Church in Moreton celebrated St Patrick's day in style with their own Irish night. The evening was packed with Irish style fun with Irish dancing and a fantastic Irish singing duet.
Pamper Evening raises £3,200
St John's Hospice volunteers Sandra Fairclough and Ruth Haggerty proudly presented their Pamper Evening in aid of St Johns Hospice on 12th March.
The event was held at Thornton Hall Hotel and guests enjoyed champagne and canapés whilst browsing the various stands from companies such as Thornton Hall Spa, Thornton's chocolates, Estee Lauder, Barnston Hat Hire, Gisele and Complete Harmony.
The evening was opened by the Deputy Mayor Councillor Andrew Hodson who was accompanied by his wife Mrs Kathy Hodson.
Above : Newsreader Jane Cheater, The Deputy Mayor Councillor Andrew Hodson, event organisers Sandra Fairclough, Mrs Kathy Hodson, fundraiser Hayley Dykes
The room looked fantastic with chairs dressed with gold and blue bows.
The fashion show was by House of Fraser, Birkenhead. Staff from the store modelled from a range of concessions followed by a presentation from “Colour Me Beautiful”.
The evening was hosted by BBC newsreader Jane Cheater. The evening was a huge success and raised £3,200 for St Johns Hospice.