Author Archives: Howard Lake

About Howard Lake

Publisher of UK Fundraising (www.fundraising.co.uk), and volunteer member of the Colchester Roman Circus appeal group.

Terry Venables on the Roman Circus appeal

Football legend Terry Venables has expressed his support for the Colchester Roman Circus appeal. He told us: “I think it’s really important to preserve this country’s history. This is the only chariot racing circus ever found in this country, and … Continue reading

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Elizabeth Cannon Antiques raises £1,000 in nine days

Elizabeth Cannon Antiques in Crouch Street, Colchester, has this morning handed over £1000 to the appeal. Mrs Cannon raised it in just nine days through the sale of some fine small glasses. She created an attractive window display complete with … Continue reading

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Football fans donate £1084

Football fans at Colchester United v Oldham last Saturday showed their support for the Roman Circus appeal by donating £1084. Fans were treated to the sight of a Roman charioteer parading around the edge of the pitch with this two … Continue reading

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Printwize pledges £1000

Thank you to Witham-based print company Printwize which has pledged £1,000 towards the appeal. They will also donate £1 for every print quotation they receive from local companies who quote “Roman Circus” from now until 30 April 2010.  Contact sales@printwize.co.uk or … Continue reading

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Just £9,000 to go

As of yesterday the total raised and pledged for the appeal stood at £161,000. That meant we had just £9,000 to go before we reached £170,000, the figure at which Colchester Borough Council said they will step in and grant … Continue reading

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