Madonna, Spice Girls, Abba And Elvis Light Up St Catherine's Summer Fair

Saturday, 6 July 2024 06:00

By Dominic Kureen @WriteOnDom

Madonna, The Spice Girls, Abba and Elvis were just some of the stars at the St Catherine’s Popstars themed Summer Fair.

The event raised £1,700 to help the school which supports students with speech, language and communications needs,.

The funds will be used to buy equipment and provide opportunities for students.

Tanya Smith of St Catherine's said:

“A huge thank you to everyone who came and supported us - staff and students welcomed everyone for an action-packed afternoon.

"The sun was shining and the staff and students made a great effort with their popstar fancy dress costumes”.

You can keep up-to-date with St Catherine’s fundraising events online.

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