FORMER Commando – and animal activist – Pen Farthing will speak at a Somerset animal charity fundraising event next week.
Pen, who shot to fame as the founder of the Nowzad Dogs Charity, will give a talk during Ferne Animal Sanctuary’s Charity Gala – marking 50 years since the sanctuary moved to Somerset from Wiltshire.
An online silent auction will also be running as the dinner takes place at The Shrubbery Hotel in Ilminster on Friday, October 3.
Organisers said the evening would “bring together supporters, friends, and the local community for a night of entertainment, dining and fundraising”.
Sponsored by C&D South West Ltd, ticket holders will enjoy a two-course meal, a welcome drink, live music from Harvey Causley, and the talk from Pen.
A raffle will also run alongside the auction, with prizes up for grabs including Champagne at The Ritz and pieces of original art.
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Emma Purnell, CEO at Ferne Animal Sanctuary, said: “We’re so excited to be celebrating 50 years at our Wambrook home with our very first Charity Gala, and we can’t wait to welcome supporters for a night of fun, music and fundraising.
“It’s set to be a wonderful evening that brings our community together, but for those that can’t make it in person, we’re delighted to open our silent auction online, giving everyone the chance to take part and bid on some incredible prizes.
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“While this is a moment to celebrate, there’s also a serious purpose behind it—the funds raised will help us continue to provide vital care and shelter for the hundreds of animals who need us every year.”
The silent auction will be open to online bidders without purchasing a ticket, with registration and bidding via www.app.galabid.com/fernes-chariy-gala/items.
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