More Magic Moments, thanks to Spicerhaart

Children from hospices across the UK are having another magical encounter with Disney’s famous characters, thanks to the fundraising efforts of Spicerhaart.

228 people have enjoyed a trip to Disneyland Paris – including 48 families whose children have life-limiting illnesses or have been bereaved.

£150,000 has been raised this year through activities including a 254-mile bike ride from Cardiff to Colchester, raffles, dragon boat racing, quiz and race nights – and even a version of Come Dine with Me.

Jonathan Martin, Chairman of the Trustees for Magic Moments, said, “It has been an emotional and exhilarating treat for all the families. One group has just got back and another is due to return later this week and they are all having such an amazing time.

“We also had another trip earlier in July, for the families who were nominated by the 12 hospices where our estate agencies operate.”

The Spicerhaart charity was set up in 1998 by Alick and Val Smith, parents of Spicerhaart CEO Paul Smith, and has raised well over £1 million. Paul said,

“I am extremely grateful to all those who have raised money for us – staff, their families, suppliers and others associated with Spicerhaart. We pride ourselves on being a family-orientated business and our team loves to get behind these events, planning crazy activities throughout the year for this special cause.”