Press Release - Firefighters spice up charity fundraising meal

Tuesday 19 June 2007

09.00 hrs

Scoffing samosas and nibbling naan bread – that’s what members of the public will be doing to help Avon Fire & Rescue Service raise money for charity.

Temple Fire Station is hosting an afternoon of Indian cuisine on Sunday 24 June.

Bristol-based restaurant Tiffins, on St Michael’s Hill, came up with the idea and will be cooking all the food for the event, which will start at 12.30pm.

All the money raised with be donated to two charities. Gambia and Avon Fire Services in Partnership (GAFSIP) and Frenchay After Burns Club (FAB).

Avon Fire & Rescue Service will also be using the event to recruit people to become ‘champions’ of the community and help spread the word about free Home Fire Safety Visits.  Anyone in the Avon area can book this free service where firefighters visit homes offering fire safety advice and fitting free smoke alarms. To request a free Home Fire Safety Visit call 0800 1693 999.

Tickets for the charity meal cost £10 each and can be bought at Tiffins, or on the door on the day, although places are limited.