Fireworks night raises £18k for charity (From Sutton Guardian)

Carshalton and Wallington Round Table give £18k to charity

12:00pm Monday 18th February 2013 in News By James Pepper

The fruits of a fireworks night were given to charities at an annual event last week.

Wallington and Carshalton Round Table hosted their annual charity give away on Monday February 11 at The Grange Restaurant in Wallington.

More than £18,000 was given to various charities including St John Ambulance, Haig Homes and the Alzheimer's Society.

The funds are raised from the annual Carshalton Fireworks, which has been running for over 50 years, and take place at Carshalton Park attracting an audience of over 10,000.

Wallington and Carshalton Round Table Chairman, Steve Fowkes-Smith, said: "The fireworks has been a huge part of the community for over 50 years and the donations will benefit charities from the local community"

Further information about Carshalton Fireworks can be found at www.carshaltonfireworks.org.uk