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Warrior Festival To Support The Wight Brainy Bunch Charity

A number of Isle of Wight bands will come together for a fundraising festival in aid of The Wight Brainy Bunch.

The Warrior Festival will take place on Saturday August 7 at Sandown Airport, to raise money for the Island charity that provides support and financial assistance to families affected by brain tumours.

Festival organiser, Toby Sleight, said:

"When a close friend was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour, I was blown away by the huge amount of support given by the Wight Brainy Bunch; they eased so many burdens that came with travelling for treatment. We really want to be able to give back so they can continue their incredible work supporting people.

"What was originally intended to just be a fundraising gig has snowballed into this festival, as people rallied round to offer their help and support of The Wight Brainy Bunch. We are so thankful for everything they've done and continue to do for us and others."

The family-friendly festival is open to all ages and will include live music from Hashtag, Close to Home, Foo FighterZ and others.

Ticket prices start at £10 with under 12s going free.

Tickets can be purchased here - https://book.events/warriorfestival/2021-08-07/29882

All proceeds will be going to The Wight Brainy Bunch and donations can be sent via the fundraiser on their event page Warrior Festival IOW.

https://www.facebook.com/WarriorFestIOW/

The Wight Brainy Bunch provides invaluable emotional and financial support to families devestated by brain tumours. Set up by Mark Grimes and his wife Kathryn, following Marks brain tumour diagnosis in February 2015.

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