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PATA UK & Ireland Raises Nearly £34,000 for Charity Partners at Annual Christmas Lunch

This year’s annual PATA UK & Ireland Christmas Charity Lunch has raised £33,700 for the association’s charity partners.

Each year, the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) UK & Ireland, in association with TravelUni, holds its annual Christmas charity lunch event for its members and their guests with a festive feast, carol singing, a raffle and auction to raise money. 

Commenting on this year’s sell out event, which took place last week  at Royal Horseguards Hotel, London, PATA UK & Ireland Chairman Chris Crampton said:  “We marked the end of another fantastic year, achieving an outstanding total of £33,700. Heartfelt appreciation goes out to all the generous donors who contributed prizes for the raffle and auction – your support makes all the difference.

Chris Crampton, Chairman PATA UK and Ireland

“I am deeply thankful for the extraordinary kindness and giving spirit in the room, which enabled us to reach this incredible sum. A special note of gratitude to Sir Mike Gooley for his exceptionally generous contribution this year. The PATA Christmas Lunch remains a cornerstone event for the travel industry, with all 216 attendees enjoying a delightful afternoon together.”

Special guest, Sir Mike Gooley, CBE, Founder and Executive Chairman of Trailfinders said:Well done to all at PATA for another successful event and for raising money for Dreams Come True. The Mike Gooley Trailfinders Charity is thrilled to support such a worthwhile cause. This time of year is about joy & hope and every child deserves the chance to experience the magic of Christmas, so I am pleased to play a part in supporting this charity’s superb work in making childrens’ dreams come true.”

Geoff Percival
Geoff Percival
Geoff has worked in business, news, consumer and travel journalism for more than 25 years; having worked for and contributed to the likes of The Irish Examiner, Business & Finance, Business Plus, The Sunday Times, The Irish News, Senior Times, and The Sunday Tribune.
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