Porthmadog coffee morning raises £225 for cancer support

Mabon ap Gwynfor MS and Liz Saville Roberts MP with Hannah Buckingham from Macmillan <i>(Image: Wales Parliament)</i>
Mabon ap Gwynfor MS and Liz Saville Roberts MP with Hannah Buckingham from Macmillan (Image: Wales Parliament)
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A community coffee morning in Porthmadog has helped raise funds for vital cancer support.

A total of £225 was raised for Macmillan Cancer Support at the event, hosted by Dwyfor Meirionnydd MP Liz Saville Roberts and MS Mabon ap Gwynfor.

It took place at Y Ganolfan on Friday, September 26 as part of Macmillan’s annual fundraising campaign.

Ms Saville Roberts said: "We are incredibly grateful to everyone who came along and supported the coffee morning.

"It was heartwarming to see the community come together to raise funds for Macmillan, whose work makes such a difference to people’s lives.

"Events like these remind us of the strength and generosity of communities in Dwyfor Meirionnydd.

"Every slice of cake and every cup of coffee helped contribute to support the vital work of Macmillan across Wales."

Representatives from Macmillan Cancer Support attended the coffee morning, offering information about the charity’s services and speaking with guests.

Mr ap Gwynfor added: "It was a pleasure to welcome so many people to the coffee morning and to see such strong support for Macmillan.

"The charity plays a vital role in supporting people through some of the most difficult times in their lives, and we’re proud to have played a small part in helping their work continue.

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"A huge thank you to all the local businesses who generously donated cakes and treats – your support was key to the success of the event."

Special thanks were extended to the following contributors for their cake donations: Cake Crewe in Bala, Portmeirion, Cegin Lana in Porthmadog, Idris Café in Criccieth, Gwyndy in Dolgellau, DD’s Dolgellau, and TH Roberts in Dolgellau.

The funds will support Macmillan’s efforts to provide care and assistance to people affected by cancer.

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