6th March 2010 

In the first of a series of fund raising activities being sponsored by local businesses the Park View Social Club (RAOB) led the way earlier today with a ‘race afternoon’. 

Joe lee, Allandale Chairman on the left is seen here with Bill Jones who masterminded the organisation of the Race Afternoon. They stand before the flag of the RNLI which Bill has chosen as his charity for this year.

Great thanks must go from the whole community to Mr Bill Jones, seen here with Allandale Chairman Joe Lee, who will shortly accept a cheque from the club for £320.  

 This was a very considerable success – indeed a remarkable amount of money- considering that despite more than 3000 flyers being distributed in the area (thanks for that go to Wirral Biz), and several organisations publicising the event, fewer than 30 people, most of whom were Park View regulars, turned up to support the Allandale.  

Angela Eagle MP joined in the fun as did three Seacombe Councillors.  The money poured in primarily through the generosity of about 20 Park View  regulars who came specially to support the Allandale. 

Behind Bill and Joe is the flag of the RNLI – better known just as ‘The Lifeboats’. 

The New Brighton Lifeboat has been chosen by Bill as his

Wallasey MP Angela Eagle is seen here with some locals taking part in the Race Afternoon. Also present were the three local councillors.

 charity for this year. 

It is also supported by Mayor Andrew Hodson.