THE THREAT of bad weather could not stop the families of Wokingham from raising hundreds of pounds at a fun day last weekend.
Hundreds of people descended on Wokingham and Emmbrook FC’s ground in Lowther Road on Sunday (5) to have fun and raise funds for Hand in Hand for Syria, a charity which is helping refugees fleeing from the war-torn country.
Several families who have settled in the borough were also in attendance to show their gratitude to the generous people of Wokingham.
Organiser Vickie Robertson, from Gossip Girls in Action – Wokingham for Syria, said: “I am so grateful to all who came and helped or donated, we have such an amazing community and everyone was so happy.
“I received comments on the day saying that there was a lovely atmosphere. The Syrian families really enjoyed it too and felt so included.
“Luckily the weather was on our side and everyone had a lot of fun while raising £1,300. A massive thanks to everyone who came along, and all the businesses who sponsored the prizes in the raffle.”
