Jack’s Belle’s Unite Again for MMT

Catherine Bell and her team of 'Jack's Belles' decided that raising over £10,000 for MMT this year wasn't quite enough of a challenge for them and so they, (and two new team members!) set to planning an elegant ladies' lunch at The Grand Hotel in Lytham St. Anne's for 28^th November 2009.

They were joined by 150 guests who enjoyed a champagne reception and fabulous three-course meal.

The Belles managed to secure some fabulous prizes for their Grand Auction, including a helicopter trip for two around the Lake District, a hamper full of gorgeous Clarins products and a luxurious spa day!

Catherine gave a very moving speech and her sister Jo read a poem with strong emotional resonance for the team, 'Welcome to Holland', which talks about the experience of raising a child with a disability.

The afternoon was compared by family friend who kept the guests entertained while Edward Thistlewaite a Detective Inspector with Lancashire Police spoke warmly about the work of the Belles and shared some hair-raising stories from his time on the force!

The ladies raised a magnificent £3,500 on the day.  Everyone at MMT is enormously proud of the team and we would like to extend a huge thank you to absolutely everyone involved.  The contribution made by our loyal community fundraisers is vital and we thank you all from the bottom of our hearts.