Ainslie's Pavilion
LATEST PROJECTS
Ainslie's Life Cycle
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Our main event for 2016 was Ainslie's Lifecycle - a sponsored bike ride from Moffat in Scotland to Swindon. The route passed through the places of major importance in Ainslie's life. The start is at Moffat hospital, where she was born. It continued via Keele University in North Staffordshire, which is where she and Phil met. The finish was just outside Swindon in Wiltshire, via Blunsdon St Leonards Church, where they were married, and also All Saints Church, Lydiard Millicent, where her funeral was held. All told, 370 miles or so...and the ride was completed in four days, starting on Monday, August 29 and ending on Thursday, September 1. Phil and Alex were riding alongside family friends Chris and Nik Voss and Andy Wakeley. These five were joined by Kev Smith and Tayler Aitken on the final day. We would like to say thank you to everyone who came out to support us and a huge thank you to our sponsors and everyone who donated. We exceeded our target of raising £10,000 and are extremely grateful.
Purple Bat Grips
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You can show your support on the field by purchasing one of our purple bat grips. Grips are £5 each and if you would like one please don't hesitate to contact us.
The Giving Machine
Sign up for the Giving Machine and raise money for our pavilion project. Ainslie Pavilion account now up and running at www.thegivingmachine.co.uk
We get a percentage of all your online shopping with stores like Amazon, Ebay, John Lewis, Currys, Next, Sports Direct and more. Please support and spread the word. Also, big thanks to Nikki Campbell for setting this up!
Ainslie's Ashes
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​Each year a memorial cricket match in Ainslie's name takes place at Purton. Recent games have included Purton hosting Phil's old side Sherston Magna and a games involving both the parents and players of Phil's County teams.
Christmas Cards
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​Even when it's not the cricket season you can help support us by buying some of our christmas cards. Cards are £1 each and come in two designs. Please contact us if you are interested in ordering any.
Tea & Cakes​
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In 2015, Lisa Stuckey and Tasha Larkin held a tea and cakes event at Lydiard Millicent Village Hall. Almost £2000 was raised and we would like to say thank you to everyone who came along. This year the event was held at the end of our cycle ride at the Sun Inn and raised over £600.
5p Collection
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5p coins were something that Ainslie hated as they would always get stuck at the bottom of her purse. Because of this Phil and Alex have asked the youth members at the cricket club to collect 5p coins and place them in the purple collection tin at the cricket ground.
Purple Wristbands
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Help our cause by wearing one of these new purple wristbands. The wristbands have the words "Strength, Hope, Faith and Courage" on them and are £2 each.
Fiona's Silent Christmas Auction
Fiona has annually run a Silent Christmas Auction around November/Early December each year. This event has been a huge success with many a Christmas bargain to find.
Current Total: £48,099.73
