Christmas collection

Fri, Dec 14th 2012 at 12:00 am- Sat, Dec 15th 2012 - 12:00 am

Our annual bucket shake when we collect for good causes in Knighton and Presteigne.


We had successful collections this weekend on the High Street in Presteigne and in Tuffins in Knighton.  It was a relatively quiet weekend due to wet conditions but we greatly appreciated the support of those who gave so generously, especially given the difficult economic climate. The Community support groups and the air ambulances, who were the beneficiaries, will be very grateful too for the over

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