I think it’s fair to say that everyone who came along to Blackhall Navy Club on Saturday had a great time helping the Blackhall Banner Group raise funds for a brass band to accompany the banner into Durham at this year’s Miners' Gala.
There was a fantastic turnout from the Blackhall and Hesleden communities, along with many others from neighbouring towns and villages who came along to give their support. It was great to see that so many groups and individuals still treasure the shared culture, history and heritage of our pit villages.
The brilliant local talent Jonny and Joanie provided the entertainment in two sets in between the raffle and quiz, alongside a buffet.
We raised a fantastic total on the day of £935 of which every penny goes towards funding for the band and to provide subsidised transport to the Big Meeting. The funding raised breaks down like this:
£301 Raffle
£100 Football card
£300 Just Giving page
£174 Ticket sales
£60 Donations on the day
We are touched that so many people took part in our event, and we are truly grateful for the generous donations on Just Giving by those people who couldn’t come along on the day. You can still donate if you so wish by going to the link in comments.
Our thanks for contributing raffle prizes go to the Hardwicke Hall Manor Hotel, Sarah Bell, Simply Beautiful by Beth, Monk Hesleden Parish Council, Star Bakes, Rob Bowes, Kat's Avon Sales, Karen Jenson and individual members of the Blackhall Banner Group committee. Your support and generosity is so much appreciated!
