In photos: Haywards Heath Social Club’s Party in the Car Park raises funds for Dame Vera Lynn Children’s Charity

The event took place during the afternoon of Saturday, August 19, in Wivelsfield Road.

There was live music, a barbecue, games, drinks, prizes, dancing, face-painting and a raffle.

Club secretary Kim Dixon said: “It was a fantastic day. The sun was shining and we’d like to say a massive ‘thank you’ to all those that showed up, donated, worked, danced, got involved, played, drank, volunteered, ate, cheered, got wet, baked, brought and helped clear up. Same time again next year!”

The club has been busy fundraising and recently held a ‘virtual race night’ for DVLCC. They are now set to hand over a total of £616. DVLCC is Haywards Heath Social Club’s chosen charity for 2023-24. It supports young people with cerebral palsy by offering conductive education, speech and language help, as well as swimming, music therapy and sensory play.

The club said they supported the Motor Neurone Disease Association for 2022-23 and raised over £1,000 for them. They also sponsored Haywards Heaths Got Talent, which took place last week in aid of MNDA and Homes for Children in Ukraine. The club is holding a Macmillan Coffee Morning next, which is open to all from 10am to midday on Friday, September 29.

People can call Haywards Heath Social Club on 01444 455885 or email [email protected].