TV presenter Mel Giedroyc and the charity Marie Curie are calling on people in Newton Aycliffe to throw a Blooming Great Tea Party this June.
It’s easy to get involved. Pick a date in June then invite your friends, colleagues and family round for a tea party, bake sale or a “Bake Off” style competition. All you need to do is ask for donations on the day. The money you raise will help Marie Curie provide vital care and support for people living with a terminal illness and their loved ones.
Blooming Great Tea Party super fan, Mel Giedroyc, who is fronting the campaign said:
“I’m supporting Marie Curie’s Blooming Great Tea Party because it is the most sublimely joyous, wondrous event that takes place in June for the best cause.
“My mum is an amazing hostess and a brilliant baker. My all-time favourite cake is still mum’s chocolate fridge cake – I’ll be making some for my own tea party this year!
“My top tip would be to invite more people than you can possibly fit into your house. They will squeeze, don’t worry. For cake, people will do anything.
“So, to all my friends in Newton Aycliffe, get baking!”
Carly Searle Community Fundraiser for Cumbria, Darlington & West Durham said:
“Throwing a Blooming Great Tea Party for Marie Curie in June is an easy and great way to get together with friends, family and colleagues whilst raise money for a fantastic cause. You can invite the whole village round for a garden party, or spend time with a few close friends and buy in your favourite treat.
“So whether you’re an aspiring pastry chef, or a total butterfingers, join the hundreds of people in Newton Aycliffe who will be baking up a storm to raise money for people who are terminally ill across the whole country. We’re counting on your cuppa!”
To find out more and receive your free fundraising pack, call 0800 716 146 or visit www.mariecurie.org.uk/teaparty
