A Kirkham-based construction company has raised over £3,000 for a national cancer charity in a series of events throughout 2025.
The company delivered its £3,127 to the Macmillan Information Centre in Royal Preston Hospital in Fulwood on 18 December.
Raised through a host of challenges including the National Three Peaks challenge, a 47 mile trek through the Peak District and the Great Manchester Half Marathon.
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Employees also took part in several events including a Macmillan Coffee Morning and Christmas Jumper Day.
Ian Williams, managing director of Warden Construction, said: “The support Macmillan provided for Geoff during his treatment meant a great deal to everyone here, we are proud to stand behind a charity that made such a difference to one of our own.
“From those who took on physical challenges to everyone who baked, brewed coffee, wore a Christmas jumper or simply put a few pounds in a collection tin, it has been a genuine group effort, and we couldn’t be prouder of our team.”
The funds raised will help the charity continue its work across the region with providing practical and financial assistance to eopel living with cancer and their friends and families.
Michelle Davis, Macmillan centre deputy manager, said: “We would like to thank Warden for choosing us to be its Charity of the Year, and for the generous donations.
“Meeting the team at our centre was a highlight, and their engagement this year shows a genuine dedication to helping us support people living with cancer.”
She continued: “Our centre at Royal Preston Hospital, like all Macmillan Information and Support Service centres nationwide, provides practical, emotional, financial and psychological support to those affected by cancer.
“We can continue this work thanks to the generosity of our fundraisers, whose support will make a lasting difference for local patients. Thank you, team Warden, for your wonderful support.”
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