A popular tourist attraction has raised money for a Cornish child bereavement support charity through a special event.
Lappa Valley, near St Newlyn East, has chosen Cornwall-based Penhaligon’s Friends as its official charity of the year for 2024, marking the third consecutive year of their partnership. The charity supports bereaved children, young people, and their families in Cornwall.
Earlier this year, the attraction hosted several families from the charity, followed by a Teddy Bear Fun Day in October, where volunteers provided activities for visitors. Lappa Valley donated a significant portion of the day’s admission fees to the charity, raising £1,000 in total.
Penhaligon’s Friends CEO Julie Parker said: “It has been an absolute pleasure to work together with the wonderful team at Lappa Valley this year!
“We will be able to use our donation to provide further opportunities for the bereaved children we support to come together with others with a shared experience and get much-needed support.
“The opportunity for some of our families to visit and make memories in the park was a wonderful bonus.”
Ben Harding, Operations Director at Lappa Valley, added: “Thank you so much to everyone who came to support the special day, and help us raise money for a special charity.
“Lappa Valley is a special place where families can make memories together. Therefore being able to support the incredible and worthwhile work Penhaligon’s Friends perform with local families has been a privilege.”
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