80s themed disco has everyone dancing

AN 80s-themed disco event in March at Birstall Social Club raised funds for two local charities, Jades’s Retreat and Carl Gunns’ Community Gym.

Over 200 people attended and £2,600 was raised, which will be split between both charities.

Organiser Paula Clifford-Gill said: “It’s wonderful that the community came together to support these charities.

“Jackie Wars and Carl Gunns do such an amazing job supporting families and children, it’s good to give something back.

“It was overwhelming the support we had from locals & outside the village.”

Former European cross county champion Gemma Steel come to support the cause and gave Paula her signed running number as a thank you.

Paula said: “Thank you to everyone who brought a ticket, made a donation and donated raffle prizes.

We had one lucky winner of the 50/50 lottery who won a cash prize of £210!”

She added: “A huge thank you to my team, Jackie, Donna & Michelle and DJ Stu, who was absolutely brilliant getting everyone up dancing! And to Birstall Social Club. All gave us their services free of charge - these events wouldn’t be able to happen without their support.”