THE Frome Lions annual Sporting Dinner, held at Elmhay Park, Orchardleigh Park on Thursday 30th March, raised an impressive estimated £10,000 for Julian’s House.
Julian’s House is a charity that supports vulnerable and at-risk individuals. These include adults and young people experiencing homelessness, escaping domestic abuse, adults with learning difficulties and people who need support after leaving prison.
Mike Geake from Frome Lions said, “The proceeds from the event are still being finalised as we go to press, but it is hoped that the Lions will be able to donate in the region of £10,000 to the chosen charity.
“The evening got underway with a brief introduction from Gavin Osborn to the chosen charity for this year, Julian House. After this, the 180 guests sat down to a superb meal and afterwards heard an entertaining talk from guest speaker Steve Harmison MBE, the former Durham, Yorkshire, and England first class cricketer who represented England in 63 Tests, 58 One Day Internationals, and two T20s between 2002 and 2009.
“The Lions would like to thank Connor Construction (South West) Ltd and The Richard Oatley Foundation for overall sponsorship of the event; Christopher Vincent, for donating the venue for the night; Andrew Lee for compering the evening and Martin Hemmett for conducting the auction and last but not least, all the many individuals and organisations who so kindly and willingly donated items for the auction and raffle.”
Pictured: Frome Lions president Beverley Windley with guest speaker Steve Harmison.
