Published: June 22, 2007
Golfers raise £11,000 for Highbridge childrens charity

Over £11,000 has been raised for a Highbridge-based childrens charity by generous golfers.

Bob Champion MBE, the former jump jockey and winner of the 1981 Grand National, was among those taking part in the competition at The Isle of Wedmore Golf Club to raise funds for The National Blind Childrens Society.

The Warwick Pugh Memorial Shield was won by Wessex Engineering and Construction, with Life on Mars (Bristol CID) in second place and Birdie Buoys (UK Hydrographic Office in Taunton) in third place.

The wet weather did not dampen spirits and a great day was had by all. Charity spokesperson Tracy Wightman said: "We are grateful for the support and generosity received from the teams who entered, local businesses and Bob Champion for taking time out from his busy schedule to support the charity."

The event finished with an auction and the National Blind Childrens Society received the winning bid of £800 for a Manchester United Signed Football by telephone.

All-in-all, the event raised over £11,000 - beating last year's total. Details about next year's Golf Day area available from Tracy Wightman, Fundraising and PR Manager, on 01278 764 778.