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Market Drayton charity event raises hundreds to help stamp out young suicide

A charity event in north Shropshire has raised hundreds for a suicide prevention charity.

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The quiz night at Market Drayton Methodist Church at the end of last month was organised to raise money for Papyrus.

The charity night
The charity night

The UK charity is dedicated to the prevention of suicide and the promotion of positive mental health and emotional wellbeing.

The event on September 26 raised a grand total of £445. 

The quiz had people thinking
The quiz had people thinking

There was also a raffle, which various local businesses donating prizes including Fordhall Farm, Market Drayton Ivy Suite, Nandos Telford, Market Drayton Swimming Centre and Cambers Country Store Hinstock.

Quizmaster at the event
Quizmaster at the event

“The event was successful,” said one of the atendees. “The raffle was very popular and everyone appeared to enjoy the evening.”