The second ‘Lollipop Fashion Show’ in aid of Christies Cancer Research, is being heralded as a huge success.
The event which took place at the Belfry Hallmark Hotel in Handforth on Saturday, 7th May, was attended by over 300 people, who raised a staggering £18,150 for Cancer Research.
Organized by Annette Jacobsen and Colin Gillies from Alderley Edge, the evening was held in memory of Ryleys School teacher Mr Paul Wright who passed away last year following a brave battle with cancer.
Local businesses from Alderley Edge and Wilmslow showed their generosity and kindness by donating some incredible auction and raffle prizes, Harringtons jewellers donated a £3,000 half carat diamond, and one lucky bidder took home a £3,500 Carrier Travel ski holiday in Geneva!
The evening was hosted by local celebrity Denise Welch, who kept the audience entertained throughout the evening, despite the fact that she had just completed a grueling 3-week tour with the Dancing on Ice show.
Forty-five children from The Ryleys school modeled a range of clothes from Wilmslow’s ‘Ten Little Monkeys’ whilst the adults were treated to an amazing array of outfits by Dee Tew of De-Facto clothing.
Headmaster of the Ryleys school Mr. Pat Barrett; dressed in full Mortar board and gown, took to the catwalk with an amusing re-enactment of Pink Floyds classic ‘Another Brick in the Wall.'
The organizers would like to convey their heartfelt thanks to everyone involved; whom sadly are too many to mention individually.
It is hoped that this event will become a regular feature in the Wilmslow and Alderley Edge charitable social calendar.
This is a member post by Colin Gillies.
