Hole Park sets the scene for annual fundraiser

 

At the end of June over 200 guests attended St John Ambulance Kent's annual fundraiser, which this year was hosted in the stunning setting of Hole Park, Cranbrook.

Guests were treated to a beautiful evening complete with jazz and picnics and thanks to the generosity of everyone a fantastic £2,600 was raised.

President of St John Ambulance Kent, Kathrin Smallwood says of the evening, 'The evening was a great success and I would like to say a huge thank you to the mayors of Ashford and Tonbridge and Malling and the deputy mayor of Maidstone for attending and the generosity of all our guests.'

Guests also had the opportunity to learn more about the charity and its 'The Difference' campaign, which highlights the 150,000 needless deaths each year and how a knowledge of first aid could be the difference between a life lost and a life saved.

Kathrin continues, ‘In Kent we have a thriving Cadet section and the money raised will help subsidise the Cadet's Activity weekend in the Autumn, enabling over 70 young people to come together to share their St John Ambulance experiences, learn new skills and have lots of fun. 

'Our Cadets spend many weekends volunteering their time to attend duties across the county and provide first aid skills to those in need, and so we're delighted that we can repay their commitment and dedication by helping to fund the weekend.'