£600 + raised by Quarry House Angling Club’s competition in aide of St Gemma’s Hospice

On the 17^th April 2010 the Quarry House Angling Club fished at Sunrise Lakes, Spofforth, near Wetherby to raise money for St Gemma’s Hospice. John Pickard the venue owner let the club fish for free so that the match fees could go to the charity. Friends and supporters had sponsored the event and many had taken part in a competition to guess the total weight of fish that would be caught on the day. The person guessing nearest to the actual weight of fish caught winning a prize.

The Result 

The weather was very bright and warm and ideal conditions for fishing. Whilst some pegs proved more popular with the fish than others a good day was had by all of the 13 members and friends who turned up to donate their "pools" money and fish for charity. The total weight of fish caught on the day was 160lbs and 8 ozs - see below for details.

So far St Gemma’s hospice has benefited by more than £600 from the event. Many thanks to everyone who sponsored it but please note that it’s not too late to help the cause just visit: http://www.justgiving.com/quarryhouseanglingclub.

The lucky sponsor who estimated closest to the exact weight of fish was none other than the club’s treasurer George Roe! He wins restaurant vouchers. 

Anyone interested in joining the club should contact George Roe on ext 24244 or John Douglas on ext 27547.

Adults

1. Tony Hotchkin 33lbs 4oz

2. Mick Briggs 29lbs 1oz

3. Chris Hutchinson 25lbs 10oz

4. Chris Child 17lbs 2 oz

5. Tony O'Connell 8lbs 5oz

6. John Douglas 6lbs 9 oz

7. Graham Gibson 5lbs 2 oz

8. Bryan Thomas 4lbs 14oz

9. Nick Hall 4lbs 11oz

10. Mel Parker 4lbs 7oz

Juniors

1. Chris Lukey 15lbs 11oz  - Tench of 3 lbs 11oz

2. Phoebe Parker 2lb 15oz

3. Adam O'Connell 2lb 13oz