Record fundraising at St Wilfrid’s Hospice Eastbourne Summer Lunch

More than 400 guests gathered at The Saffrons for an afternoon of gourmet dining and fine wine, the event was organised by a volunteer committee led by Jayne McCarthy.

Generous sponsorship and prize donations from local people and businesses helped push this year's total to ‘unprecedented heights’.

The afternoon's main attraction was a premium raffle for ‘The Big Dave’, a customised Harley-Davidson Softail Slim. The motorcycle was donated by Denise and John Sykes of Sykes Harley-Davidson in memory of a close friend.

Colin Twomey, CEO of St Wilfrid’s Hospice, said: "It was the most incredible day at The Saffrons. We are humbled by the generosity of our community and grateful to all our guests, our sponsors, and everyone who contributed prizes to our raffles and auctions.

"Our thanks also go to the Committee, the team of Butlers, and all the volunteers who gave their time and energy to make the event such a success."

The funds raised will go directly toward supporting the hospice's specialist end of life care and support services for patients and their families across Eastbourne and the surrounding areas.