Goathland Show raises £250 for local charity, WHISH

The contributions were made as part of the event’s ongoing commitment to supporting community organisations and local good causes.

Goathland Village Show is a traditional rural event in North Yorkshire, featuring agricultural, horticultural and craft exhibits, vintage tractors and family activities.

Held annually in the village hall and surrounding area, it is a staple of local community life. It is often accompanied by the popular village Scarecrow Festival.

The fundraising efforts highlighted the show’s role not only as a local attraction but also as a key supporter of voluntary and charitable work in the area, with proceeds from the event helping to benefit a range of community initiatives.

Steve Bremner, WHISH Chairperson, said: “We are incredibly grateful to Goathland Show for their continued support of WHISH.

“Their generous donation of £250 last year, along with the opportunity to host a stall at this year’s show, makes a meaningful difference to our work.

"Support like this helps us continue to provide vital services and opportunities for children and families and we are proud to be part of such a supportive local community.”

WHISH is a parent-led small charity which is completely self-funded.

It supports over 200 children and young people in the Whitby and Esk Valley rural area who have a disability, Special Educational Need or Hidden Impairment (HI).

Participating in WHISH activities enhances the health and well-being of the young people, and improves confidence and self-esteem, giving children with disabilities and impairments an opportunity to do things like their peers, to access activities most children can take for granted, learning and having fun together.

For more information on WHISH, email [email protected], call 07534 117 458 or visit https://www.whishgroup.org.uk/.