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Cancer Research Charnwood
has recently enjoyed success with a number of first class
fundraising projects. We would like to thank all those who
attended, donated to and assisted with the recent events
we have held.
October 2008
Pink Raffle
Colleagues at Motorpoint of Derby held a
'Pink Raffle' during October to raise funds for Breast Cancer Research. Many thanks to everyone for raising an impressive £202
Summer Garden Party
A Summer Garden Party held in Shepshed raised a fabulous £938
for Cancer Research UK. On what turned out to be a beautiful sunny
Sunday lunchtime, friends and members of Charnwood Committee spent a couple of hours
enjoying the sunshine, whilst sipping a refreshing glass of wine with some
delicious cheeses. Many thanks to all who joined us and a big thank you to The Old Bulls Head
at Woodhouse Eaves for their help and support.
18th March 2008
Big Breakfast
Some hungry people arrived and were not disappointed to receive a delicious breakfast expertly cooked by David & Doug. From Full English to Scrambled Eggs and Smoked Salmon every appetite was filled. Later in the day we were pleased to serve Afternoon
Tea and home-made cake and scones and together with an Easter Raffle we were very grateful for your generosity that helped us to raise a little over £630.
16th Feb 2008
Skittles Evening
Friends and Family came along to enjoy an evening of good old fashion Skittles,
Competition was fierce and scoring precise. A scrumptious traditional supper was served and some fabulous Raffle prizes were donated and won by several lucky people on the night. A big thank you to all who joined us, and to The Griffin Inn for their support.
We were please to raise £340.75 for Cancer Research UK.
1st Dec 2007
Christmas Magic
A Magical Evening of Magic, Quizes, both Photos and Table Top, and Tombola kept us all entranced for the night. Mulled wine and a generous supper all made for a superb evening and allowed us to raise £1090 for which we thank all who came along.
17th June 2007
Race For Life
Despite the recent bad weather the Race for Life went on as planned at Loughborough University, even though the route had to
be altered slightly for safety reasons. 3,000 strong ladies made their way around wearing a variety of outfits, some ran, some walked, and some a little of each, but all with the same goal – raising money. A BBQ with quizzes and raffle took place afterwards for friends and members of the Charnwood committee.
Thanks to all who helped and supported us.
Sponsor money for Race for Life is sent directly to CRUK by each participant.
2nd June 2007
Market Stall
We were delighted to meet so many lovely people who came to buy and browse the goods on offer at our market stall recently. A group of very enthusiastic volunteers manned the stall and sold all kinds of bric-a-brac, books and delicious home made cakes. Thank you to all who supported us and helped us to raise £231.25.
28th April 2007
The Butterfly Ball held in memory of John Sismey, who was a member of
Charnwood CRUK committee and a respected local Headteacher, whom sadly passed
away last year, raised a little over £6,300.00
We were fortunate enough to have wonderful weather, and some fabulous entertainment
in the shape of Brenda Edwards (formerly of X-Factor fame) who invited guests onto
the dance floor with her. A Raffle and some wonderful Auction gifts all made for an
enjoyable evening culminating in a very successful event. Many thanks to all our
supporters and friends.
27th March 2007
Birstalls’ Big Breakfast was well attended and guests were
able to choose from a Full English Breakfast or something a
little less filling. In the afternoon further guests arrived for a
cup of Tea with a vast array of home-made cakes to choose from.
Together with a Raffle we were pleased to raise £350 for this
worthwhile cause. Thank you to all who attended, helped out
and supported in any way.
3rd March 2007
Skittles Evening, Griffin Inn, Swithland. A game of Skittles and a Hot Supper.
2nd December 2006
Jazz Evening at Cropston Visitors Centre
Visiting us from the beautiful Vale of Belvoir in Leicestershire, and the finest rock-pop-blues-jazz band East of Grantham – Belvoir Academy entertained us with an evening of music ranging from Frank Sinatra to Franz Ferdinand.
About 100 guests enjoyed a relaxing evening with an amusing quiz and a hearty supper.
7th October 2006
Collection at B & Q Leicester
Thank you for all those who participated in and who donated to our collection day at B & Q Leicester.
June 18th 2006
Race for Life 2006
Several committee members and friends joined together to take part in this year's Race for Life at Loughborough University. The weather, slightly cooler than last year, made for a much better relaxed walk and in some cases run. Glenys Sismey was kind enough to host the post race BBQ once again, and together with quizzes and raffles we were also able to forward a donation to CRUK in memory of our dear friend and committee member John Sismey who lost his battle with cancer in May.
May 15th 2006
Wine Tasting Evening
The Memorial Hall in Swithland was the perfect setting for our recent Wine Tasting Evening. We were treated to 15 different wines from Whites and Rose's to Reds. Rodney Tompkin and his Staff did an excellent job of explaining and letting us 'taste' our way around the tables and everyone enjoyed cleansing their palate with the magnificent cheese selection provided. CHEERS!! Another glass anyone........?
Watch this space we will be back. Rodney can be contacted on 01530 813690.
Mar 28th 2006
Birstall's Biggest Breakfast
On Tuesday 28th March, a Big Breakfast Brunch was held at the home of David and Jan Gaskell.
Guests were able to chose from the Full Monty, Smoked Salmon and Scrambled Eggs, etc, with
fruit juices, tea and coffee flowing freely. Later on in the afternoon more guests arrived to sample
home made cakes for afternoon tea. £332.50 was raised – delicious! can’t wait until next year.
Thringstone Football Club
Following the loss of their Club Secretary, Malcolm Taylor to cancer, members of Thringstone Football Club held a Memorial Game on Boxing Day and raised a remarkable £700 for Cancer Research UK. Members of the Charnwood Committee went along on Saturday 4th March to collect the cheque and spent a pleasant afternoon watching the match followed by tea and cakes.
Dec 3rd 2005
Barbershop Quartet
Following the success of our Christmas Curtain Raiser
in 2004, we held another pre-christmas evening
of musical extravaganza with Barbershop & Blue
Grass. Along with our traditional quizzes, tombolas
and games it was a fun evening in the run
up to Christmas.
Nov 26th 2005
Morrisons Collection
Collection at Morrisons Store in Whitwick. Committee members were in the Foyer selling, Bands, Pinkies, Brooches, & Key Fobs, as well as giving away balloons.
Oct 2nd 2005
Family Fun Day
What better way to celebrate completing our exciting Photo Trail around the grounds of the Cropston Visitor Centre than with Fruit Cake, Chocolate Sponge, Bakewell Tarts, to name but a few of the delicious home-made goodies which, along with steaming hot tea, were the order of the day.
Mums, Dads, Children, Grandmas and Grandads, Aunts and Uncles all turned out on a glorious autumn afternoon to take part in what was a fun, exhilarating and, for some teams, highly competitive trail. Armed with their packs, families set off to find the objects shown in the photo and mark them on the map, before returning them to be scored. Competition was fierce as the Flip Chart scoring progress was filled in at each stage, ensuring everyone tried their very best. Teams even got better at holding the map the right way up and improved their scores over the afternoon! The eventual winners were the Blackwell’s and £439.86 was raised.
We’d like to publicly thank the staff at Cropston and the donators of raffle prizes, which are always welcome for any events in the future!
Same time next year anyone??
To see some 'Family Fun Day' photographs click here.
June 2005
Race for Life
What seems to have been the hottest day of the year so far,
did not deter the 3,000
Ladies of all ages from taking part in Race for Life around
Loughborough University.
Charnwood branch were please to be represented by seven
determined walkers who all completed the course in approximately
1 hour and were rewarded by a sumptuous BBQ at one of the
members houses.
 May
2005
Tickled Pink Ball
Around 170 people donned their glad rags and went along
to Shortcliffe Farm in Shepshed for a glitzy ball in aid
of Cancer Research UK. The 'Tickled Pink' event raised about
£5500 for the cause. Not only were the guests treated
to a first class meal, they had the chance to take part
in a quality auction and even bid for a car!
Lynne Warren, one of the event's
organisers, said: "It really was an excellent night
and we were amazed with the amount of money which was raised
- I thought we would make about £3000. We had a fantastic
singer and a wonderful disco and I am so glad that everything
went so smoothly in the end but I think it will be a few
years until we hold one of these again!"
To see more 'Tickled Pink Ball' photographs click
here.
Feb 2005
Virgin Vie Footspa Evening
A healthy gathering assembled armed with bowls and towels,
and were treated to a pampering session with guidance and
demonstration by our hostess Kimberley.
Despite her expecting twins in the summer, Kimberley still
managed to soak, exfoliate, massage and condition the feet
of our model with products from the Virgin Footsteps Day
Spa range. Those not wishing to pamper their feet on the
evening joined in by passing around and trying the products
on their arms and hands. We were also given our first view
of the new Jewellery and were able to try on the beautiful
necklaces, bracelets and rings. Lipsticks, eyeshadows, blushers
and mascaras were the order of the day for some younger
members of the group, who experimented with the colours
before deciding which to order. Afterwards refreshments
were served, and we all floated off home feeling positively
energised and invigorated. Thanks to everyone for their
support.
Nov 2004
Christmas Curtainraiser
November saw the start of the Christmas season with a beautiful
Carol Concert from the Salvation Army Band, followed by
a selection of games, raffle , tombola and photo quiz. Drinks
and the traditional mulled wine and mince pies were greatly
appreciated by all.
Oct 2004
Weekenders Fashion Show
Once again we are pleased that Karina could join us and
show us through the new range of Weekenders Fashion. Several
'volunteers' became models for the evening, posing no
threat to the likes of Naomi Campbell and Kate Moss. Nevertheless
they all did a splendid job and the evening was a great
success.
  Jun 2004
Pimms, Puddings and Prizes
In June we held a Quiz Evening at the Cropston Visitors
Centre. Guests were welcomed with a glass of Pimms, and
took part in a General Knowledge Quiz. During the interval
guests were treated to a vast array of home-made puddings.
Tombola prizes and quiz prizes rounded off the evening perfectly.
May 2003
Coffee Morning/Garden Sale
 Sep 2002
Drinks/Nibbles Sunday Luncheon
Jun 2002
Silver Band
May 2001
Charity Bike Ride
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