Paul Sartori Hospice at Home were delighted and grateful to the Pembroke Dock Community Choir for organising a fantastic fundraising concert recently in aid of the charity’s end-of-life care services across Pembrokeshire.

The uplifting evening of music which took place on Saturday, March 8 at Pater Hall, Pembroke Dock, featured performances from both the Pembroke Dock Community Choir and the Paul Sartori Community Choir, who came together for a special joint rendition of ‘Can You Feel the Love Tonight?’ — a moving finale that was warmly received by the audience.

The event, filled with joy and community spirit, raised an impressive £1,234 to support hospice at home care throughout the county.

Adding extra flair to the evening, the Pembrokeshire Lindy Hoppers delighted attendees with a lively dance performance, contributing to the vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. All performers gave outstanding contributions on the night, and the choirs hope to collaborate again in the future.

Nigel Arthur, a member of the Pembroke Dock Community Choir said: "We thought that maybe we would try and do a concert to raise funds for Paul Sartori. Being a 50–60 strong choir, quite a few members have had help for family members in the past from this charity. We raised an incredible amount, and we were very pleased. It was a thoroughly enjoyable night for us all and worth it in raising a great amount for this wonderful charity.”

The Pembroke Dock Community Choir, inclusive and multigenerational, meets every Wednesday at 5.15pm during term time at Pembroke Dock Community School Hall, welcoming new members who enjoy singing and community connection.

The Paul Sartori Community Choir, established in April 2022, was formed to bring people together after the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic and to raise awareness and funds for the charity. Now, three years on, the choir continues to support Paul Sartori Hospice at Home and other worthy causes, performing at joint community fundraising events across the county.

Both choirs embody a true sense of community — fostering friendship, fun, and shared purpose through music.

“We are so grateful to the Pembroke Dock Community Choir for organising this very enjoyable night. The Pembrokeshire Lindy Hoppers as well as the Paul Sartori Community Choir added to the evening,” said Jo Lutwyche, Community Relationship Officer for Paul Sartori.

Paul Sartori Hospice at Home provide a range of services to Pembrokeshire people living in the final stages of a life-limiting illness and the Paul Sartori Community Choir extends the support to the wider community.

The charity was established in memory of Father Paul Sartori, a much loved local priest, who recognised a need for hospice care, but unfortunately died of cancer at the age of 39. The Foundation was set up in his memory and provides care to people with any or no faith, and not just Catholics.

The charity was registered in 1982 and celebrated its 40th anniversary during 2022/2023.

For further information on the charity and its services visit their website www.paulsartori.org or phone 01437 763223.