The award-winning FORCE cancer charity shop in Heavitree celebrates its 20th birthday this week with plans in place for a two-day party. On Friday and Saturday the shop in Fore Street will have more than its usual range of bargains with lots of special offers on the theme of 20. There will be: 20 per cent off shoes and some 20p flip flops; a 20p clothes rail and 20p T-shirts; a selection of romance, thriller and mystery books at 20p; a kids clothes rail with 20p items; 20p kids goodie bags; at least 20 golden ticket items hidden around the store each day offering great knock down prices....
This year marks a significant milestone for FORCE Cancer Charity and its association with one of the most popular musical icons in the Exeter area.
The Stan Hacking Concert Band is preparing for its 15th performance in aid of the charity and has already raised more than £12,000.
They will be on stage at St Peter’s School in Quarry Lane on Sunday March 22. Tickets are available from the FORCE Cancer Support Centre in the grounds of the Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital or by contacting Jackie Turner (01392 465462 or stanhackingband@hotmail.co.uk ).
A former Exeter head teacher has raised more than £900 for cancer charity FORCE by taking up the challenge to swim a mile every day throughout February.
Brian Small from Newton Poppleford was among around 50 swimmers who signed on for the month-long 28 miles in 28 days campaign at LED Leisure pools in Sidmouth, Honiton, Exmouth and Yeovil.
The majority swam at Exmouth where 28 people each did their bit for the charity.
Brian is a regular at Sidmouth Swimming Pool and routinely swims more than 60 lengths of the 25 metre pool daily.
On Wednesday 11th February, Gilbert Stephens LLP is hosting another Great Devon Breakfast in aid of local cancer charity, FORCE.
This popular event, which forms part of a county-wide fundraising campaign, will be held at the City Gate Hotel on the corner of St David’s Hill and Bartholomew Street East and starts at 8am. Breakfast costs £8 and includes a choice of Eggs Benedict or Scrambled Eggs with Smoked Salmon* with tea or coffee and a glass of orange juice.
Philip Luckham, CEO for Gilbert Stephens, comments: “FORCE is one of our nominated charities of the year for the...
Exeter family law specialist, The Family Law Company recently presented a cheque for £1500 to FORCE Cancer Charity.
The sum was raised through various events, including a popular skittles evening that pitted teams of accountants, barristers and solicitors against each other, with Old Mill Accountants edging ahead to win on the night.
Jane Chanot, Director at The Family Law Company, said: “FORCE offers a really important service giving information, support and treatment to cancer patients and their families. We are delighted to support the charity through this donation.”...
FORCE Cancer Charity has been awarded £3,000 in the Lloyds Bank Community Fund 2014 in Exeter. Following votes from members of the public FORCE has been awarded a grant from Lloyds Bank to enable it to continue doing good work in the community. FORCE has played a vital role in local cancer services for nearly 30 years. The charity believes that anyone diagnosed with cancer deserves the best possible treatment and professional support close to home. Its work finances improvements in patient care through research, the purchase of advanced equipment and the Cancer Support and Information...
Over 250 guests were welcomed with a glass of Pimm’s in the VIP marquee of the St. Austell Brewery Ladies Day at Newton Abbot Racecourse.
Beautifully dressed ladies adorned with fabulous hats enjoyed pampering with the Aztec Spa therapists; colour and personal style tips from Kate Lamport, Queen of Style; skin advice from the Beresford Clinic and personal consultations by stylists from V&M hair.
A selection of stunning millinery was available to hire from Mrs B’s Bonnets and popular broadcaster, Judi Spiers compered the fashion show hosted by sponsor, Exiv (formerly...
Local law firm, Gilbert Stephens LLP, is set to host another of its popular charity quizzes on Thursday 15 May at Kennaway House, Sidmouth, to raise funds for two local charities – Sidmouth Voluntary Services and FORCE Cancer Charity.
The event, organised by the law firm for the third consecutive year, starts at 7pm and hopes to attract over 70 people and raise hundreds of pounds on the night.
Held in Kennaway House’s Cellar Bar, a buffet will be included in the £30.00 team entry fee and the organisers are calling upon local people to get behind the fundraising event....
Local law firm, Gilbert Stephens LLP, is set to host another of its popular charity quizzes on Thursday 15 May at Kennaway House, Sidmouth, to raise funds for two local charities – Sidmouth Voluntary Services and FORCE Cancer Charity.
The event, organised by the law firm for the third consecutive year, starts at 7pm and hopes to attract over 70 people and raise hundreds of pounds on the night.
Held in Kennaway House’s Cellar Bar, a buffet will be included in the £30.00 team entry fee and the organisers are calling upon local people to get behind the fundraising event....
On 3 April, over 50 people from the local business community joined Exeter-based FORCE cancer charity and corporate sponsor, Gilbert Stephens LLP, for a ‘Great Devon Breakfast’ at St Olaves Hotel in Exeter.
The event raised £385 for the charity, which has been raising vital funds to support its outreach programme, offering essential support to cancer patients around Devon.
Naomi Cole, Fundraising Manager for FORCE, comments: “We were delighted to see so many people from the local business community come out on such a rainy day to support the event and people were not only...
