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The annual Charities Fete returns to the grounds of Government House today, to raise money and awareness for a number of local organisations.
Organised by the Association of Guernsey Charities, and sponsored by Rothschild & Co, there will be many attractions on offer, plus a variety of entertainment through the afternoon, all supporting numerous good causes in the Bailiwick.
Pictured above; the current Lieutenant-Governor, His Excellency Admiral Sir Ian Corder KBE CB
Every year, the Lieutenant-Governor opens his gates to the public to support many charities which he and his wife support, through different stalls and entertainment factors. This year it is open from 14:00 to 17:00pm in the gardens of their home in the island and it will support of 27 individual charities.
The 27 charities involved from the event will be providing the stalls and entertainment themselves through means of volunteers, these are the following:
There will be parking available throughout the afternoon at Government House and Beechwood, and whilst entry is free there will be a requested £2 donation to the Scouts upon entry.
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