Friends joined for an afternoon of tea, cake and fellowship in Bilton to help raise funds for Macmillan Cancer Support.

The Rotary Club of Rugby held the fundraiser at the Sacred Heart Church Hall last week.

It raised £1,804.77 for the charity.

After organising the event for seven years, Rotarian Paula Boyd-Billings thanked fellow Rotarians and their friends for the continued support in ensuring the success of the event.

Rotarian Paula Boyd-Billing raises funds at the afternoon tea.

placeholder image — Rotarian Paula Boyd-Billing raises funds at the afternoon tea.

Club President, Stuart Boulton, personally reflected on the funding of a Macmillan Radiographer.

He said: “We should all be profoundly grateful that charities like Macmillan Cancer Support, Marie Currie and Hospices, are there to support individuals and families when they are needed most.”

“Every pound raised helps ensure that this essential care continues for those facing a cancer diagnosis yesterday, today and tomorrow.”

The Rotary Club of Rugby extends its thanks to all those who donated, baked, and attended to make the day a resounding success.