Mayor to open residents’ summer fête

Residents at a retirement scheme in Marlborough have organised a summer fête for their local community to help raise money for local charities.

The event on Saturday 24 July will be held at Lawrence Acre, a scheme run by Sarsen Housing Association, and officially opened at 2pm by Mayor Andrew Ross.

Activities will include a grand raffle, jumble sales, crafts, games, tarot readings and a tombola. The money raised will be donated to the Wiltshire Air Ambulance and Canons House, which provides short-term residential breaks to young people with sever learning disabilities.

A small amount will also be ploughed back into the retirement scheme’s social fund, which residents use to arrange outings and activities throughout the year.

Sarsen has nine retirement housing schemes in Wiltshire, including Lawrence Acre. They let older people enjoy their retirement and keep their independence, without the worry of home security and maintenance.

To find out more about the fête call Helen Bryant on (01672) 513822.

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For press enquiries or photographs contact:

Sophie Quartley

PR & Communications Co-ordinator

Sarsen Housing Association

DDI: 01380 735325

Email: sophie.quartley@sarsen.co.uk

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About Sarsen Housing Association

Sarsen Housing Association is a member of the Aster Group, the largest south west- based social landlord which provides homes and services for some 40,000 people and develops thriving successful communities across the region. Sarsen was formed in 1995 and owns and manages around 6,000 homes in south west England. It has a proven track record for building homes with more than 1,600 homes completed so far. In 2007 Sarsen won the Wiltshire Business of the Year Awards for its service to the community. It was also a finalist in several national awards, including the Chartered Institute of Housing Awards.

Sophie Quartley

PR & Communications Co-ordinator

Sarsen Housing Association

DDI: 01380 735325

Mobile: 07834 677321