Community Engagement Through Fundraising: The Red Lion Quiz Night

The Red Lion pub in Mawnan Smith recently concluded a year of monthly pub quizzes with a special Christmas event, raising a total of £1,120 for Children’s Hospice South West. This fundraising initiative has been a staple in the local community throughout 2025, with quizgoers contributing to the charity pot during each monthly gathering. The festive finale included a raffle, games, mince pies, and mulled wine, culminating in the total amount raised being revealed.

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Amanda Masters, Area Fundraiser for Children’s Hospice South West, attended the event to accept the donation. She expressed gratitude to the patrons of The Red Lion, stating, “Thank you so much to all the patrons of The Red Lion for joining the quizzes throughout 2025; evenings like this really bring the local community together, and the funds raised will help support babes, children, young people, and their families when they need it most.” This sentiment underscores the importance of community involvement in supporting local charities.

Red Lion Quiz Night Raises Over £1,100 for Children’s Hospice

The event was bolstered by local supporters, including Sara and Paul McNulty of Toad Hall Cottages, who donated a large hamper for the raffle. Their ongoing support highlights the collaborative spirit of the community in fundraising efforts. The monthly quiz, organized by local regular Austen Osborne, has become a well-established event in the village calendar, regularly attracting participants and fostering community bonds.

Red Lion Quiz Night Raises Over £1,100 for Children’s Hospice

The Red Lion pub quiz is scheduled to continue on the first Thursday of each month, welcoming anyone interested in participating. Those wishing to support Children’s Hospice South West can also contribute through the charity’s Christmas appeal page. This ongoing engagement not only provides entertainment but also serves as a vital source of funding for essential services offered by the hospice.

Red Lion Quiz Night Raises Over £1,100 for Children’s Hospice

The successful fundraising efforts at The Red Lion exemplify how local initiatives can effectively support charitable causes while strengthening community ties. As the pub quiz continues into the new year, it stands as a testament to the power of collective action in making a meaningful impact on the lives of families in need.

Red Lion Quiz Night Raises Over £1,100 for Children’s Hospice