On Friday 15th May we will be hosting a fundraising wine tasting for Raystede Centre for Animal Welfare. I am a proud Ambassador of this amazing charity that is very close to my heart and this will be great fun!

Raystede, based in Ringmer, East Sussex, is our local animal welfare charity.

For over 70 years, they’ve been working to give injured and unwanted animals the chance of a better future. Every year, around 2,000 local animals rely on their help.

They rescue, rehabilitate and rehome animals of all shapes and sizes - from dogs and cats to birds and horses, and many more. They also provide lifelong sanctuary to those with nowhere else to go.

They believe education is vital for the protection of animals and welcome visitors throughout the year, and their welfare education work promotes greater knowledge, positive attitudes and responsible behaviour to achieve a better future for all animals.

With no government funding, they rely entirely on the support of our local community, individuals and businesses help to raise the £2.5 million a year they need to provide our life-changing care.

Our plan is to help raise as much as we can to help.

The wine tasting will consist of Butlers Lucky Paws Gin & Tonic on arrival, followed by 2 white wines and 3 red wines, with an animal theme.

There will be a raffle on the night to help raise some additional funds, please bring some cash for tickets.

Please note we do not issue physical tickets, we will add your name to the guest list and check you in to the event on the night.