A CHANCE conversation led to a sizeable donation to Richmond's Friary Hospital.
Pet shop owner John Meynell was telling Finkle Street neighbour Mackenzie Thorpe about the high standard of care provided by the staff when his mother was ill.
But, rather than leave it at that, the Middlesbrough-born artist was so impressed he decided to donate an original painting as a sign of the town's gratitude.
The work, entitled Veil over Yorkshire, was unveiled in the hospital lobby by Richmond MP and former Conservative leader, William Hague.
However, 850 prints of the painting also went on the market - and one was offered in a money-spinning raffle which also helped raise cash for the Friary Hospital.
Winner Debbie Hyatt was presented with the top prize, which was worth an estimated £500, at a ceremony at the Mackenzie Thorp Arthaus on Saturday.
The Friary Hospital's Sister Doris Walker was also invited and was presented with a cheque for £543.
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