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More than £22,000 raised for Warwickshire children's charity

A Warwickshire property company’s annual race day has raised £22,431 for a children’s charity launched in memory of a little girl from Warwick.

Around 170 property professionals joined The Wigley Property Raceday to soak in the 2022/23 Jump Racing Season Finale at Warwick Racecourse.

More than £22,000 raised for Warwickshire children's charity

The event was held by Southam-based The Wigley Group, raising money through race sponsorship, an auction, and a meal, whilst there was also a keynote speech from legendary broadcaster John Inverdale. 

The proceeds have been donated to Molly Ollys Wishes, which was set-up by Rachel and Tim Ollerenshaw following the tragic death of their eight-year-old daughter Molly from a rare kidney cancer.

Funds will go towards its work providing emotional support for children with life-threatening illnesses and their families by delivering wishes and donating therapeutic toys books to children both directly and through hospitals across the UK.

James Davies, Chief Executive Officer at property, development and construction company The Wigley Group, said: “This was not only a fantastic opportunity to watch the jump racing season finale but a great day raising money for a brilliant local charity.

“We’ve always been keen to support charities and organisations in our local area and I am thrilled we have been able to provide this donation to Molly Ollys to support their work in helping children with terminal and life-threatening illnesses. 

“I would like to extend my thanks to all of our generous sponsors and supporters for making this day such a huge success.”

Rachel Ollrenshaw added: “Molly Ollys is very grateful to The Wigley Group for choosing us as their charity for this year’s Wigley Property Raceday. 

“We cannot stress the significance of this type of events, they are very important to raise both awareness and funds with a new audience of corporates and individuals. 

“Funds are very much needed at the moment as we are seeing a sharp increase in demand for all of our services at a time when fundraising is challenging. Thank you to everyone involved.”

The event was backed by a host of companies including sponsors ehB Residential, Bromwich Hardy, Brookbanks, Fisher German, and Thompson Property & Risk Services. 

Catesby Estates, Rosconn Group, AC Lloyd, Deeley Group, Newton LDP, Manor Oak Home, and Taylor Wimpey also supported by booking tables to the event.

Pictured: (front l-r) Ed Bromwich from Bromwich Hardy, Rachel Ollrenshaw from Molly Ollys, broadcaster John Inverdale (back l-r) The Wigley Group chairman Rob Wigley, Matthew Allen from Fisher German, Paul Boileau from Brookbanks, Jennie Sutcliffe from Thompson Property & Risk Services, and Tom Bromwich from Bromwich Hardy

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