Prestige local retailers were invited to set up stalls at each location for the Christmas Fayres, which enabled guests to shop for items including fashions, fragrances and fine foods in the dry and warmth of the showroom and without the hustle and bustle of the high street.But it wasn’t only the complimentary mulled wine and mince pies that put everyone in the festive spirit as the generosity of all those in attendance resulted in hundreds of pounds being raised for good causes. The donations came from raffles featuring prizes kindly donated by each of the exhibitors.
Mercedes-Benz of York’s prize draw generated £400 for Martin House Hospice, whilst retailers and customers also left more than 80 presents for Barnado’s under the Christmas tree in the Centurion Park showroom.
It was a similar story at Mercedes-Benz of Harrogate, where visitors were serenaded with carols performed by local choir Vocalis. Around 20 businesses from the town showcased their wares at the event, which raised £450 for St Michael’s Hospice.But the biggest donation was made by Mercedes-Benz of Scarborough, which collected £750 for Marie Curie Cancer Care. The proceeds were boosted by the Eastfield retailer’s valeting team who braved the elements to wash and vac customers’ cars in return for a small donation.
Market Area Director Keith Hartrick was delighted that the events had proved so successful.“Around 600 people attended the three events, which was a fantastic turn-out and I hope put everyone in the mood for Christmas,” he said. “My colleagues would not only like to thank everybody for coming along but also for their tremendous generosity in supporting such worthwhile charities – all of which will be using the donations to benefit our local communities.”
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