Fundraisers
WYZ Race Night
With 8 races throughout the evening, plus a raffle and disco, you won’t want to miss this fabulous race night in aid of Wigan Youth Zone. Enjoy a cocktail on arrival with plenty of canapes in the evening, tickets £40 per person. To book call 01257 251908.
Rockin’ at the Civic
A great night of totally live music and dancing from various bands, plus a hotpot supper and a raffle to fundraise for Cancer Research UK. The bar will also be open to serve drinks. Tickets £12 in advance, on sale from the Civic Hall (01695 576607) or Hesfords DIY (01695 572564).
Charity Boot Camp
Get fit and raise money for Wigan & Leigh Hospice! 8 whole hours of sessions – sign-up sheets available from JSBeFit or on 07714 203994.
St. George’s Day Fundraiser
Enjoy St. George’s Day in Standish with entertainment from the Old Hall Brass Band, Chris “Caine” Ward and DJ Dave Chadwick. Tickets £5 - all proceeds go to Wigan Hospice, Wigan Borough Armed Forces HQ and Queen’s Lancashire Regiment Shires Fund. Call Tony on 07970 348911 to book.
Charity Ladies Night
Enjoy live music from Marble Eyes and a charity skydive to raise money for Macmillan! There’ll also be a DJ, a raffle (and a stripper!) Tickets £15, call 07984 126336 or 07758 555469.
Pre-Summer Party
Help raise money for Whizz-Kids in this fabulous party event and 3-course meal. Prosecco on arrival, plus an auction and raffle and entertainment by Steven Charles. Tickets £35, available on 07540 811010 or sarah.cathie@hotmail.com
Big Gig
16 live, local acts take to the stage to raise funds for The Brick! Bands and vocalists including Leah Wallis, The Band With No Name and Bamboo Rampage will be performing, with plenty of food on offer plus an ice cream van and bottle bar.
Afternoon Tea
Feast on a selection of sandwiches, cakes and scones with lashings of prosecco and hot drinks. Tickets £10 with proceeds to Rainford Girl Guiding and the Chairman’s Fund, bookable on 01744 884709.
Place2Place Cup
A charity football match to raise awareness of the stigma surrounding male mental health – catch the exciting 90 minute match and a raffle. No ticket required but donations welcome.
Ladies Lunch
The annual Ladies Lunch helps to raise money for Derian House. Dress to impress for an elegant afternoon of drinks, fashion and a sumptuous three-course meal. Shop at handcrafted stalls or bid in the exclusive auction, with live music and a grand raffle. Tickets £40 per person, bookable from 01257 271271 or fundraising@derianhouse.co.uk