From the East Kent Mercury, 21 May 2015.
Lighthouse hosts quake fundraiser.
Trevor PendIe and David Hatton will host an auction and music
fundraiser for Nepal at the Lighthouse in Walmer. The auction lots
include the African kora shown right Pictures: Eleanor Perkins. An entertainment and auction event on Bank Holiday Monday will help aid
humanitarian efforts in Nepal. Antiques shop 1815 and neighbouring music and arts pub
the "Lighthouse"
on The Strand in Walmer have teamed up to host an afternoon of live
music and fundraising. As a railway engineer, Trevor Pendle of 1815, works with a number of ex-Gurkhas. He said: "At least two of the lads lost children in the earthquake. I
just thought it would be nice to do something." He mentioned the idea to his
next door neighbours, and they jumped at the chance to join in. From 4pm at
the "Lighthouse," there will be live music from Billy and
Phil, more commonly seen playing with Cocos Lovers and the Hellfire
Orchestra. Their set will include a mixture of original songs and covers, including
the Felice Brothers, Richard Thompson and seafaring shanties. At 4.45pm there will be an auction, with items donated by the 1815 shop.
They include a brand new kayak, a West African kora or 21-string harp, a
Roman javelin film prop that was used in
the movie Gladiator, as well as jewellery. Mr Pendle has invited his Nepalese colleagues to the event, and at least
four hope to be there. Lighthouse co-owner David Hatton said: "Any other local businesses are
welcome to get involved and donate items to the auction. "Any other fundraising ideas are also very much welcome." Get in touch with the Lighthouse team by emailing info@
thelighthousedeal.co.uk Doors open at noon. Entry by suggested donation
of £4. |