A CHARITY was overwhelmed by the support it received at a bank holiday event that raised more than £4,000.
The Butterwick Hospice, at Bishop Auckland, held activities throughout the August Bank Holiday weekend to raise its profile and funds.
Thickley ward Labour Party provided entertainment for a cabaret night at Sunnydale Leisure Centre which boosted the hospice's coffers by £1,490.
On Sunday, August 25, a Jubilee family fun day, which included a fun run, open horse event, falconry display, pipe bands, crafts and vintage cars, raised more than £3,000. But, with fun run sponsorship still being collected, the total amount is not yet known.
A hospice spokesperson said: "We'd like to say a huge 'thank-you' to competitors who gave their support in entering into the community spirit of the events and to the crowds who attended.
"It has provided a tremendous boost to the fundraising of Butterwick Hospice."
Unclaimed draw prizes include the first prize of a portable television, ticket number 12759. For details of other unclaimed prizes, call the hospice on (01388) 603003.
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