Warminster Lions Club has raised £1,500 for local child-based charities over the Christmas period, from events including the annual Santa Float.
The float appeared in Warminster on 12 evenings throughout December, with volunteers braving cold and rainy conditions. A total of £680 was raised from public donations during the float, which will be combined with funds from the Lions stall at the Christmas Independent Market and donations from Warminster School’s carol service.
The money will be split equally between three local charities, with each receiving £500: Julia’s House; Yes You Can toddler group who are based at Christ Church Hall in Warminster; and Warminster Rugby Club for new equipment for their junior sessions.
“The club members really enjoyed escorting Santa round the town and local villages again this year,” said Lions President Ros Harrison. “It is such a well-received, popular and fun tradition.
“There was positive and friendly feedback from everyone who came out to see us with Santa and his workshop, with parents often fondly remembering the Lions Club bringing Santa round town when they were children themselves.
“We get great satisfaction from seeing the happy faces of children when they see and chat to Santa. Thank you to everyone who supported this year’s event, Lions, volunteers, and those who donated generously, , so that we can continue to support local good causes.”
