Black Isle metal detectorists rake in large sum for ‘amazing’ local causes
A BLACK Isle fundraiser held by metal detecting-enthusiasts raked in a large sum for two charitable local causes.
Earlier in February, the Ross-shire Relics Metal Detecting Club held a charity fundraiser in the Black Isle in aid of two local causes — Leo’s Pride and Sophie’s Story.
One of the event organisers, Kenneth Horsfield said: “We had over 70 detectorists in attendance and managed to raise an amazing £2400.
“We also had some really good finds come up, including a Queen Elizabeth I six pence dating from 1567, found by Sheila Hall of Portmahomack.
“The day took a bit of planning, and our admin team of Alex Mackay and Kamil Lipiński did amazing work to organise the event.
“We managed to get some top sponsors for our raffle too, as well as fellow detecting group, Lothian Relics, even donated a metal detector to help raise as much as possible for these two amazing charities.”
One of the two charities was Leo’s Pride — set up by Louise and Mitchell Flett in memory of their son Leo, who passed away aged four, after his battle against Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Type 1C.
Leo’s Pride said: “We'd like to take this opportunity to thank our Uncle Mikey for putting Leo's Pride and Sophie's Story forward to the club for consideration, and to Kenny, and everyone else at the club for the organisation and support with the upcoming rally's. It really means a lot to have your support.”
The other charity benefitting from the club’s fundraiser was Sophie’s Story, which was set up to document the story of Sophie Mason, who was diagnosed with Batten Disease at 17 months old. Her parents Keith and Lizzie intend to make as many family memories as they possibly can – with funds raised contributing to that cause, as well as any occupational therapy and physiotherapy costs. Any money raised that is not utilised will be donated to the Batten Disease Family Association and Children’s Hospices Across Scotland.
