The Stars were Shining Bright in Weaverthorpe

A charity night was recently held at the Star Inn, Weaverthorpe,  in aid of the Motor Neurone Disease Association.

The event was originally conceived, aided by a few beers, by W.Bro. Conrad Fox and W.Bro. Richard Gillett of the Leopold lodge No 1760, in the bar after one of their recent meetings.

Conrad and John - “Three15”

Conrad, an accomplished musician and Head Teacher of Hunmanby Primary School, was discussing the fact that he had recently formed an acoustic duet “Three15” with his Deputy Head John and they were looking to do their first gig. They needed a venue that they would play for free or possibly maybe do something for charity.

Richard, who is Sales Director at Wilfred Scruton Ltd and also chief roadie and sound engineer, put Conrad in contact with the land lady of his local establishment and the rest is history.

In between sets a raffle and collection were held along with an auction, with Richard at the helm accepting bids for multiple lots. The event was very well supported by locals and friends from far and wide, with seating and standing room at a premium. Festivities ran over into the early hours and a fantastic time was had by all who attended.

Approximately £1300 was raised on the night and with a collection from the last Lepold Lodge meeting rounding the total sum up to £1500.

W.Bro. Richard Gillett and W.Bro. Conrad Fox

A cheque was presented to representatives of The North East Coast branch of MNDA on the 12th of October with the land lady and patrons of the Star Inn receiving a note of gratitude and thanks for their efforts.

W.Bro. Richard Gillett

Leopold Lodge 1760

MNDA

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