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Annual Christmas Gift Fair Returns In Aid Of Mountbatten

A Christmas gift fair in aid of Mountbatten returns a week today (Saturday).

Around 40 boutique and high-end stalls will be on offer at Bembridge Sailing Club.

The annual event has so far raised over £50,000 to support Mountbatten’s work.

Rosamond Poncia, Mountbatten Trustee and Chair of the Gift Fair Committee, said:

“We are delighted to bring the Mountbatten Gift Fair back to Bembridge Sailing Club. The committee, who all volunteer their time, have worked hard to make this the biggest and best fair yet with lots of new stalls and wonderful raffle prizes to be won.  

“Not only is this a fabulous opportunity to stock up on some exceptional Christmas gifts, but by supporting this event, you will be helping families on the Isle of Wight when they need it the most.”

For the last six years, the committee has hosted a gift fair and even held a virtual version during lockdown in 2020, which raised £11,000 for the hospice.

Shoppers are invited to attend a special preview night between 5pm and 8pm on Friday, November 26, when the £15 entry cost includes wine and delicious canapés.

The main shopping event is on Saturday, November 27, between 10am and 3pm. The cost of entry is £3.

For every purchase made at the gift fair, 10 per cent is donated by the stallholders to Mountbatten.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.miowevents.co.uk.

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