I wanted to organise a slightly different charity event this year to raise money in memory of my brother, Jonathan Leigh… So me and my friends decided to SWISH AND SHOP!

We sold 150 tickets to ladies who brought their unwanted clothes, shoes, handbags and accessories. And we had 12 stalls selling various gifts, trinkets and beauty treatments.
The swishing items were on display for people to view until we opened the swishing at 8pm. Everyone could then choose the new items they would like and exchange them for tokens they received on arrival.

We also sold raffle tickets, with prizes which were generously donated from local businesses.

It was a fantastic night and everyone seemed to really love it! I’ve had emails since asking when we’re planning the next! All in all, a great night raising £1,622 in memory of my brother.

Nicola Annabelle Leigh