Shropshire charities and groups benefit from Shrewsbury Carnival funding

Local charities and groups who were successful in applying for funding from the proceeds of the event held in June were presented with their cheques.

In attendance for the event were the mayor and mayoress of Shrewsbury Tony and Tricia Durnell.

Speaking at the presentation the mayor said: “It is great that Shrewsbury carnival acknowledge so many local groups and charities in Shrewsbury and the surrounding area.

“We need to show our support for the Shrewsbury Carnival in the years to come and make sure it’s a legacy that goes on doing great work.

“It is a pleasure to have taken part in this year’s event, which is a great day for all to be involved with in Shrewsbury.”

The main beneficiary of the Shrewsbury Carnival this year was the Shrewsbury Renal Unit. With units in Shrewsbury, Telford and Ludlow the unit carries out over 150 dialyses per week. The money received will be used on purchasing new equipment.

Other local groups to receive a slice of the £5,250 of available funding, were Shrewsbury Scouts & Guides, Shrewsbury Sharks, Riverway Elim Church, Rainbow Nursery, Shrewsbury & Oswestry Crucial Crew, Hope House, Diabetes UK Shrewsbury, Harlescott Detachment ACF, Telford Sea Cadets, S.A.R.A, Darwin Community Centre in Frankwell and the Wakeman School music and art department.

The Carnival Queen, Princess and Attendants and Carnival Crier who were each asked to choose a beneficiary decided to give their cheques to the NSPCC, RSPCA, The Brooke, Macmillan Cancer Care and Rainbow Nursery.

There were also a number of certificates handed out during the evening to those who help out with the carnival. Certificates were presented to:

Mike Cox of Shrewsbury Town Council for the work he does in helping the carnival in The Quarry, Shropshire Council's Dave Mansfield for liaising with the committee regarding traffic and road closures during the event and Dr B’s Disco’s Damien Breeze and Roger Breeze support the carnival each year providing the PA system.

Shrewsbury Carnival chairman Graham Puttock said: “This year was another great year for the committee; we appreciate the backing and support from Shrewsbury residents and businesses.

“Our theme for next year’s event to be held on Saturday June 16 is British Heroes: The Best of British we are looking forward to seeing some great floats and stalls.

“New for next year we are increasing our show in The Quarry Park to include a classic cars show, live music and increased activities.

“You can find out more by visiting our website www.shrewsburycarnival.co.uk”

A number of local businesses also supported the presentation evening by donating prizes for the raffle, those supporting included:

Alexander Residential, Serenity Shrewsbury, Bikedoctor UK, Toot Sweets, Evans Easy Space, shropshirelive.com, Looty Bag, Tupperware Parties UK, C21 & Peach Tree and Boomerang Books.

The entertainment for the evening was provided by the Shrewsbury Handbells who are looking for new members.