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Glossopdale defibs raise money with sponsored walk

Wednesday, 14 August 2024 15:12

By Olivia Briggs X @oliviabriggs__

Glossopdale Community Defibs hosted a sponsored walk in order to raise the funds for another defibrillator to be fitted in Glossop.

The event attracted many members of the local community who had the chance to receive CPR training and defib training at the event, there was also a live band, tombola, auction and a raffle.

 A grand total of over £13,000 was raised at the event with all the money going straight to the charity.

To find out where the nearest defib is to you, visit - https://www.defibfinder.uk

To view photos from the event, visit - https://notreallyheregroup.photo/collections/defib-fundraiser-glossop-2024-rgvmawigrnvuzhjhaxnlcibhbg9zc29widiwmjq?page=3 

 

 

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