Thank you for your interest in this story
To continue reading this article, subscribe to the Stray Ferret for as little as £1 a week
Already a subscriber? Log in here.
07
Sept 2021
Ripon mayor's charity event proves a hit
The Magdalens pub in Ripon was alive with the sound of music, as city mayor Eamon Parkin and consort Nigel Guy hosted an afternoon of fun and fundraising.
Proceeds from Saturday's event, which are still to be finalised, will be shared between Ripon Vision Support and the Ripon Christmas Lights Appeal.
The hog roast and music was arranged after the covid pandemic put paid to the mayor's ball, which is normally a key fundraiser on the civic calendar.
Cllr Parkin, said:
Those who attended included the Pollard family from the north-east — Marjorie, Sharon and Natalie.
Sharon said:
The Pollards left with an England women's football shirt signed by members of the World Cup team - just one of many items sold at the charity auction.
The Counterfeit Celts provided music ranging from reggae to Irish folk and rock.
Also providing entertainment was Ripon singer-songwriter and acoustic guitarist Freddie Cleary who, like the band, had attendees singing along.
Many in the audience had last seen him performing on stage as the opening act at the Yorkshire Day Weekend concert.
The auction and raffle, included numerous donated items on offer, ranging from sporting memorabilia to jewellery.
Read more:
Cllr Parkin is set to go into the record books by becoming the first Mayor of Ripon to serve for three consecutive terms.
He will remain in office until May.
0