Soroptimists from Pembrokeshire recently arranged an event to raise vital funds for Paul Sartori Foundation’s Hospice at Home charity, with in excess of £5,000 raised.

On Sunday, July 16, Julia Brady, President of the Haverfordwest Soroptimists and Soroptimists committee, organised a Sunday Lunch which was held at the Pavilion, at Pembrokeshire County Showground.

Over 130 guests attended the Sunday Lunch, which had a very successful raffle and auction compared by Brian Harries. Whilst the guests enjoyed the 2-course lunch laid on by Ben Gobi from The Box, they enjoyed music performed by the newly established Paul Sartori Community Choir, who are led by Choir Master, Mark Heron.

The successful event raised in excess of £5,000 for Paul Sartori Foundation, which included a generous donation from one of the attendees.

This amount was also very kindly matched with £1,000 by Barclays, in Haverfordwest.

Guests were also entertained by Ian Gravell, who talked about his inspirational book, ‘Loose Gravel: Broken Bones, Broken Dreams Made Good on a Broken Road’.

His book explains about his heroic recovery, the people, events, and music that inspired him to battle the injuries from a horrific road accident.

Sandra Dade, Paul Sartori Charity Manager said: “The hard work of Julia and the Haverfordwest Soroptimists Committee truly paid off, providing guest with a fun packed afternoon.

“We were over the moon with the amount raised and thank the Haverfordwest Soroptimists, local businesses who donated prizes, and all involved in such a special event and raising a phenomenal amount of funds.

“Special thanks goes to guests who supported the event and gave so generously.”

Pictured (left to right) - Sandra Dade, Paul Sartori Charity Manager, Deena Irving, Haverfordwest Soroptimists, Toni Dorkings, Community Fundraiser Paul Sartori and Julia Brady.