Somerford Keynes Coronation Big Lunch – Funds Raised and Thanks

A Roaring Success!

We are delighted to announce that the Somerford Keynes Coronation Big Lunch was a tremendous success! The fantastic support from our community helped us raise an impressive £260 for the remarkable charity, Winston’s Wish (https://www.winstonswish.org/). This fantastic organisation provides an invaluable service offering therapeutic support for children and young people who have lost a parent or sibling. They assist these children and their families in navigating their grief and building hope for the future.

Monday’s voluntary work was also a success! Thanks to the hard work of our dedicated volunteers, the Village Lake is now ready for the summer. We’re looking forward to seeing families and friends enjoy the beautifully lakeside.

We would like to extend our thanks to everyone who played a part in making this event successful. A special mention to our organisers: Bex Warde, David Crofts, Lynton Mogridge, Mike McKeown, Nick Cartwright, and Shirin Pawlowska. Your efforts were key in making this event a memorable one.

Our gratitude also goes to our generous donors: The Parish Council, Village Hall, Friends of Somerford Keynes Church, Nicholas Handover, Sussanne Lock, Andrew Kay, Helen Sweet, Mike McKeown, Roger Sleeman, Jane Hayman, Mark and Poppy Broadbent, Helena Metcalfe, Julie Allan, and six anonymous donors. Your contributions made a significant difference, and we can’t thank you enough.

A big shout-out to Jon Cantouris, Duncan Stradling, Lauraine, Richard, Richard Elsey, Chris Leek, Jane & Angus Hayman, Angela Stradling, Henrietta Cantouris, Maggie Elsey, Karen and Keith Holdsworth, Val Ockwell, Kat, and Mark. Your help with the Pimms and BBQ was appreciated by everyone.

Lastly, we want to thank the Heavy Gang – Des Sheen, Chris Isherwood, Andy Clark, Mark Broadbent, Poppy Broadbent, Richard Goldman, Alexander Warde, Keith Holdsworth, Jon Cantouris, Jane Hayman, and Angus Hayman. Thanks to your tireless efforts, the tables, chairs, and decorations were impeccably set up, adding a lot to the festive spirit of the event.

For those who want to relive the memories of the Big Lunch, photos from the event are available at Somerford Keynes Coronation Celebrations May 2023.

Once again, thank you all for your support and participation. It’s the collective effort of our community that makes events like this possible.