Bygone Events 2011
(April) Easter egg Appeal - March/April 2011
The Abbey Independent Funeral Directors Ltd once again appealed for donations of Easter eggs for children whose lives are being affected by domestic violence.
These children and their mothers have had to leave their home and move to a refuge for protection, often with very few possessions and a long way from their friends, school and familiar surroundings.
Funeral Director, Nicola Jarmaine said: "If this year's appeal is as successful as our previous one , we will once again be able to hand over a large number of Easter eggs to the children.
"We know how much your donation will be appreciated by these children who are facing such disruption in their lives.
"From experience we know how much the smallest gesture from others can mean to the Children and their mothers."
Donation of Easter eggs were delivered to us at 4 Market Square,
Waltham Abbey.
Please telephone Nicola Jarmaine on 01992 711892 for more details.
Thank you for your support.
(April) Easter egg Appeal 2011 - Thanks
Over 50 Easter eggs have been collected by staff at The Abbey Independent Funeral Directors Ltd in aid of children whose lives are being affected by domestic violence.
Funeral Director Nicola Jarmaine said: "The children are extremely grateful to people who remember them and appreciate the difficulties they are facing. The Easter Eggs have been distributed amongst the children of all ages to help make Easter a special time for them."
"I would like to thank the many who delivered Easter Eggs to the office in Market Square helping to make this appeal so successful."
Once again, thanks for your support.
(July) Race for Life - Wednesday 13th Jul 2011
Sponsored by Epping Forest District Council's Sports Development team, Epping Forest Race for Life 2011 took place on Wednesday 13th July 2011 at 7pm and for the eighth year running it was held at North Weald Airfield, Hurricane Way, CM16 6AA.
Race For Life is a special event where women and girls complete a 5km or 10km course to raise vital funds towards finding cures for cancer and helping the thousands of people that develop the disease each year.
The race was one of around 280 races being held across the UK and will consist of a single lap of the historic airfield which was lined by an exciting display of aircraft. As the route is mostly on concrete and completely flat it is suitable for wheelchair participants and offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy a fun evening out with family and friends.
The race can be completed in whatever manner participants wish, from a slow walk (with stops if necessary) to a power walk, jog or run and is an ideal chance to meet new friends.
Cancer Research UK is entirely funded by the public and they need your support to continue to make progress and give hope to people affected by cancer.
For more information about Race of Life 2012 please visit http://www.raceforlife.org/
(July) Help For Heroes Fun Day - Saturday 16th Jul 2011
With the support of community groups and businesses in the town,
Lea Valley Church organised a family fun day held on Saturday 16th July in the
Abbey Gardens, Waltham Abbey between 10am and 4pm, to raise funds for
Help For Heroes Charities.
The charities for injured servicemen and women received over £2,000 at last year's fun day.
Children enjoyed bouncy castles, slides and a helter skelter, as well as a coconut shy, wet sponge stalls, 5-a-side football and face painting.
Adults enjoyed a variety of performers including majorettes and belly dancing and Sea and Air Force Cadets, Guides, vintage cars and motorbikes at the all-day event.
For more information please contact Nicola Jarmaine on 01992 711892 during office hours or email nicola@theabbeyifd.co.uk
Alternatively, visit the Waltham Abbey Town Council Website - http://www.walthamabbey-tc.gov.uk/
(October) Charity Abseil - Saturday 1st Oct 2011
The Abbey Independent Funeral Directors Ltd held another Charity Abseil down Waltham Abbey Church Tower on Saturday 1st October 2011.
The event provided an opportunity for individuals and local groups to take up the exciting challenge of abseiling to raise money for a charity of their choice whilst helping to raise money for Waltham Abbey Church.
In 2009 the event raised around £11,000 which was split between Waltham Abbey Church and over 30 Charities chosen by the participants also benefited.
The ages of those who participated ranged from 11 to 79 years of age.
Funeral Director, Nicola Jarmaine said, "I would like to personally thank the 75 people who participated in this year's event to raise money for their chosen charity and also for the Waltham Abbey Church.
"A special thanks also to those who helped to organise and support the event on the day.
"Over the next few weeks I will be able to confirm the total amount raised. Once again, thank you for all your support".
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