TICKETS are still available for a charity event organised by a grandfather who has raised thousands since being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.
Bill Holdsworth was diagnosed with the life-changing disease five years ago after his GP referred him to a neurologist.
Since his diagnosis, Mr Holdsworth has organised three fundraisers at Mainsforth Community Centre, Ferryhill Station, raising more than £5,000 for Parkinson’s UK.
Parkinson’s is an incurable progressive neurological condition that affects around 127,000 people in the UK.
Mr Holdsworth, of Ferryhill Station, said: “My life has changed drastically since I got the diagnosis. Parkinson’s doesn’t take your life, but it takes the enjoyment out of your life.”
The fourth fundraising event will take place this Saturday, April 22, with comedian Rudi West and singer Jamie Tinkler at Mainsforth Community Centre.
Doors open at 7pm and tickets cost £6 and are available from Colin’s Fish Bar, Ferryhill Station, or by contacting 07814-965724.
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