They let us out again! A big ‘Thank-you to everyone in the village who sponsored us to spend a night as a guest of Her Majesty at HMP the Mount in April. Your generosity enabled us personally to raise over £2,000 and the final total should approach £24,000. 85 people, including our Bishop, an MP, judges, magistrates and local councillors took part in what was a fascinating and at times quite daunting experience. Your money will be spent by The Childrens Society on finding secure places outside prison for children awaiting trial, by HACRO on helping prisoners settle back into society on release (and hopefully not reoffend!) and by The Mount on its new Visitors Centre which will give advice and support to families visiting prisoners there,
If your interest in the prison has been kindled by supporting this event, why not volunteer for one of the myriad jobs which need doing there – clerical, educational, befriending, supporting, child care? Just ring us on 01923 267515 for more information Giles and Anne Wyburd