Panthers riderscheer up patients

Speedway riders are no strangers to hospitals.

But, last Friday, the entire Panthers team descended on Peterborough City Hospital to spread a bit of cheer rather than seek treatment.

Panthers riders pictured visiting the children's ward at Peterborough City Hospital. Picture: Steve Hone.placeholder image
Panthers riders pictured visiting the children's ward at Peterborough City Hospital. Picture: Steve Hone.

They handed out presents and Easter eggs, donated by the Peterborough Panthers Speedway Supporters’ Club (PPSSC), to young patients in the Amazon Ward.

Promoter Ged Rathbone said: “We are very keen to do more in the community and this was part of it.

“Every rider was in attendance and it was a very humbling experience to be able to give a little bit of cheer to those unfortunate enough to be in hospital.”

Panthers will also offer any long-term patients at the Amazon Ward the chance to attend home meetings during the 2016 season.

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