Title: Christmas Light Display by Grimsby Couple Raises £20,000 for St Andrew’s Hospice
For over twenty years, Martin and Tracey Connolly from Grimsby have brightened their neighbourhood with a grandiose Christmas light display at their residence. This yearly custom, whilst spreading Christmas merriness, also serves a virtuous intention – supporting the St Andrew’s Hospice. The couple’s commitment has resulted in an astounding £20,000 donated to the hospice, a charity they deeply care for. The hospice once took care of one of their friends, leading them to fundraise in his remembrance.
The preparation for this annual exhibition begins in October in anticipation of thousands of visitors. The Connolly’s house and garden become a canvas to countless lights, evoking a nostalgic spectacle that reflects memories of Christmases long past. Martin Connolly mentioned there wasn’t a definite tally of the lights, but the display has notably augmented over the years.
Tracey Connolly emphasised the significance of backing St Andrew’s Hospice, describing it as a ‘commendable cause’ that performs indispensable services for the community. The inaugural lighting ceremony for this year is slated for 17:00 GMT this upcoming Saturday, with the display continuing to both captivate and illuminate the neighbourhood through to New Year’s Eve.
Emily Aitken, the head fundraiser at the hospice, showered praises on the couple’s efforts, expressing her appreciativeness for their unfaltering support: ‘It’s truly astonishing, the immense joy it brings. Martin and Tracey’s dedication year after year is remarkable, and we absolutely couldn’t accomplish what we do without individuals like them.’
Following the conclusion of the Christmas season, Martin Connolly ensures that all light fixtures are brought down. He has arranged storage facilities near their residence to store the decorations, ready to be used for the ensuing year.
This story was derived from original reporting by www.bbc.com via The Lincoln Post.
