The Sun was shining as hundreds of Silhillians attended the annual Friends of Solihull Hospital Summer Fete to raise a record £4,500 for the Hospital.

The huge amount was raised thanks to over 1,000 visitors who came to the event which was opened by Mayor of Solihull, Councilor Joe Tildesley and featured live entertainment, tombola, cake and gift stalls.

 The Friends’ Honorary Secretary, Liz Steventon, said: “The whole day was a great success, a big thank you to everyone who came along and made the day possible. This is such an important event in our calendar, as we raise money to help the Hospital continue to provide top class care to the local community. It was so good to raise such a big amount the year of the Friends’ Diamond anniversary.”

 The Friends have raised over £155,000 for equipment for patients in the past 18 months alone. If you would like to find out more about the Friends, or to make a donation, please email Liz Steventon on liz@steventon.net