Mark Fordham arranged the Festival of Fun at The Lifeboat Inn, Hayling Island on Sunday, August 25 to raise money for Guide Dogs. Mark’s daughter May Fordham died in May 2021, and with her being a dog lover, Mark wanted honour her memory by raising money for guide dogs and having one of the puppies named after her.
The event was a huge success with the Just Giving page currently sitting at £2,005. People flocked to the Festival of Fun to enjoy music from local bands such as DiElle Trio, The Igloo Band, Jane & the Jam Factory, and The Review. Morris dancers also performed throughout the day.
Speaking before the event, Mark said: “I’m a big music fan so what better way to galvanise the community, have fun and inspire people, all in memory of my beautiful daughter. May loved dogs which is why I’ve chosen to raise funds for Guide Dogs and name a puppy after her. She would have thought it was great we are doing this.”
Here are 8 pictures of a fantastic day at the Festival of Fun:
1. Festival of Fun - Hayling Island
The Igloo Band perform on stage at the Lifeboat Inn on Hayling Island. Picture: Mike Cooter (250824) Photo: Mike Cooter
2. Festival of Fun - Hayling Island
Members of Victory Morris from Portsmouth at the event on Hayling Island. Picture: Mike Cooter (250824) Photo: Mike Cooter
3. Festival of Fun - Hayling Island
Attendees enjoying the event at The Lifeboat Inn which raised raise money for Guide Dogs in memory of May Fordham. Photo: Mike Cooter
4. Festival of Fun - Hayling Island
Attendees enjoy a drink in the sun at the Festival of Fun at The Lifeboat Inn, Hayling Island on Sunday, August 25. Picture: Mike Cooter (250824) Photo: Mike Cooter