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Napthens raise £5,313 for Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone

Napthens annual charity clay pigeon shoot has raised more then £5,000 for Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone, to help children and young adults across the region.

The charity was handed the cheque for £5,313 in a ceremony attended by Napthens partner Oli McCann and Wayne Wild, chairman of Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone.

The annual charity clay shoot has become a highlight on the charity’s calendar, showcasing the power of collaboration and community engagement in positively impacting the lives of young people in Blackburn & Darwen.

Money raised from the event will go to support the charity’s endeavours and projects across the community.

Held at the Coniston Hotel and shooting ground at Skipton, North Yorkshire, the day saw

local businesses unite to raise vital funds for the charity.

Sponsored by Napthens, ACG Renewables and Bowker Motor Group, the day featured shooting in the countryside, followed by a three-course dinner and a raffle.

Napthens has organised the charity clay pigeon shoot for many years, and the event is now

a significant one on the charity’s calendar, showcasing the power of collaboration and community engagement in positively impacting the lives of young people in Blackburn and Darwen.

Oliver McCann, partner and head of Napthens East Lancashire office, said: “We are a proud Patron of Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone, and we were delighted to organise the clay pigeon shoot once again to raise vital funds for the charity.

“It’s always a popular and entertaining day, mixing business with fun, but it wouldn’t have been possible without those businesses which took part, and we’d like to thank everyone for their support, in helping raise this fantastic sum.”

Wayne Wild, chairman of Blackburn Youth Zone, said: “We would like to express our gratitude to Napthens for organising a successful event to raise funds for Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone.

“We would also like to thank all the teams that participated in the event and contributed to raising funds and awareness for the charity. This support is greatly appreciated.”

The next event takes place on Thursday 10th October 2024.