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2 Sep 2024
THOUGHTFUL FUNDRAISING FROM NORTHUMBERLAND TILING COMPANY
By Liz Luff On 2 September 2024 In Uncategorized
A heartfelt thank you to all at W Rodgerson & Sons Tilers, based in Seaton Sluice, who raised £2,170 for us at their annual golf day at Rothbury Golf Club this summer. In addition, Billy Rodgerson celebrated
7 Aug 2024
MAGNIFICENT GOLFING SUPPORT
By Liz Luff On 7 August 2024 In Uncategorized
A huge thank you to our passionate fundraiser, Glenn Blaney, who organised a golf day and auction this summer and raised an amazing £7,130! Glenn was supported in his efforts by Durham City Golf Club, Clubhouse Golf
6 Aug 2024
TICKETS ON SALE FOR CHRISTMAS AT THE CATHEDRAL
By Liz Luff On 6 August 2024 In Uncategorized
Organisers of Christmas at the Cathedral recently met for a pre-Yuletide planning meeting at St James’ Park. The venue was chosen in tribute to Sir Bobby who was, of course, a manager of Newcastle United. The 12th
25 Jul 2024
COMPETITION BRINGS ‘SHEAR’ DELIGHT!
By Liz Luff On 25 July 2024 In Uncategorized
A speed sheep shearing competition this weekend in County Durham will attract entrants from across the north and Scotland. More than 70 sheep will be sheared by around 60 competitors at the Satley Speed Shear 2024, which
20 Jul 2024
ANNUAL GOLF DAY BRINGS FAMILY AND FRIENDS TOGETHER
By Liz Luff On 20 July 2024 In Uncategorized
The family and friends of Sunderland fan, Kevin Outhwaite, recently came together in Durham at the annual golf day in his honour. In the months before he died aged just 36, Kevin, from Tunstall, was a fundraiser
15 Jul 2024
FANTASTIC FUNDRAISING ‘FORE’ OUR FOUNDATION
By Liz Luff On 15 July 2024 In Uncategorized
Russell Cooke, a postman from Alnwick, has raised over £3,000 for us after he was inspired to fundraise during hospital visits with his wife. The Alnwick Castle Golf Club Captain picked our Foundation as his chosen charity
28 Jun 2024
DURHAM GOLF COMPETITION ‘FORE’ OUR FOUNDATION
By Liz Luff On 28 June 2024 In Uncategorized
A Durham golf club where Sir Bobby enjoyed playing is holding a charity golf tournament this August to support the work of our Foundation. Durham City Golf Club in Langley Moor is a beautiful course on the
21 Jun 2024
CHARITY FUNDRAISER FORGES AHEAD
By Liz Luff On 21 June 2024 In Uncategorized
A 28-year-old British Army veteran from Pegswood is putting his metalwork skills into action to raise money for charity with a special summer barbecue and workshop open day. Cameron Aylwin was medically discharged from the army after
14 Jun 2024
GREAT NORTH CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL PATIENTS GET A ‘KICK’ FROM SUPPORT PROJECT
By Liz Luff On 14 June 2024 In Uncategorized
Children from across the region affected by cancer and chronic health issues recently enjoyed a football tournament at Newcastle United’s Academy thanks to a very special charity partnership. Our Foundation and the Great North Children’s Hospital Foundation,
12 Jun 2024
‘HITTING THE WALL’ FOR SIR BOBBY
By Liz Luff On 12 June 2024 In Uncategorized
Three years ago, Nathan Sandy from North Shields was training for the Edinburgh Marathon when he was shocked to receive an incredibly rare throat cancer diagnosis that ultimately led to a full laryngectomy and the loss of