Christmas lights display in Longthorpe raises more than £6,000 for Sue Ryder
Longthorpe resident has handed over £6,035.63 to Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice - money raised from his annual Christmas lights display.
The display was 63-year-old David’s most ambitious yet, featuring 46 Christmas trees of varying sizes, a golden tunnel of lights, and a host of new inflatables – including a six-foot reindeer with a fur-like finish.
Known locally as “The Light Man,” David said the joy on visitors’ faces is the real reward: “It’s just seeing the kids, their happy faces – and the adults too. Their enjoyment makes it all worthwhile, and of course, raising money for such a wonderful cause. People start messaging me as early as October asking if it’s on again!”
Since beginning his festive fundraiser, David has raised more than £20,000 for nearby Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice, which provides expert palliative and bereavement support.
Local business, GH Display in Peterborough, once again provided signage for the front of the display, helping to guide visitors to the magical scene
Asif Shaheed, Community Fundraiser at Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall, said: “David's Christmas lights display is always incredible, and this year was no exception. We cannot thank him enough for his generous support. Our thanks also go to the wonderful Peterborough community, who visit the festive fundraiser year on year and show their unwavering support for Sue Ryder.
"The amazing amount of money raised will help us continue delivering our vital palliative care and bereavement support services. Because no one should face death or grief alone.”