KIND-hearted pubgoers in Hurst helped raise £3,750 for a cancer charity – including £175 paid for a signed Manchester United football.
The evening for Macmillan Cancer Research Trust at the newly refurbished Jolly Farmer pub on Thursday, August 26, attracted nearly 140 people.
There was Thai food and an auction including the football, which together raised £3,500.
The Macmillan representatives collected another £250.
Entertainment was by Hurst Morris People and The Liverpool Echoes Band.
Landlord Mike Cobb said on the night: “We’re very pleased to support Macmillan. The attendance is far more than I expected. There’s a real buzz with everyone chatting together.
“The Jolly Farmer community is growing.
“A couple told me tonight they really like coming to the new look pub.”
Mr Cobb is also landlord of The Embrook Inn, Wokingham.
Ben Smith of Hurst who made the winning bid for the football said he would give it to a young friend.
Hurst Morris People (HuMP) squire (leader) Karen Ricketts said: “We were delighted to help this great fundraising event.
“Everyone can have a go at morris dancing and music with us at Hurst Village Hall on September 22 and 29 at 8pm.
“Let us know you’d like to come by emailing [email protected]. Details are at Facebook @hurstmorris and www.hump.org.uk.
“Musicians able to play fiddle, melodeon, concertina, accordion or recorder are welcome join our merry band for the taster sessions. Tunes are usually in the keys of G and D. The band aims to play from memory by the end of the practice season.”
