Golf day raises £8k for Youth Zone

Businesses taking part in the annual Trevor Dawson Charity Golf Day raised £8,000 for Blackburn and Darwen Youth Zone.

Held at Wilpshire Golf Club, the event attracted 20 teams, with Clitheroe-based BEK Enviro claiming top spot for the second consecutive year.

Caroline James, managing director of Trevor Dawson, said: “Raising £8,000 for Blackburn and Darwen Youth Zone means the world to us. The work they do, giving young people pathways into employment, education and training, is something we are incredibly passionate about supporting.”

Wayne Wild, chair of Blackburn and Darwen Youth Zone, said: “This event has become a real staple in the fundraising calendar, bringing together local businesses in support of an incredible cause. 

“We are extremely grateful for the £8,000 raised, which will make a real difference to young people across our community.

The event was organised and delivered by the team at East Lancashire business growth and strategy network SUMMIT.