Leicestershire hospice to hold virtual Christmas Concert

Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People wants people in Harborough to tune in their vocal chords and get in to the festive spirit at a Virtual Christmas Concert.

The hospice traditionally holds carol concerts across the East Midlands every Christmas.

But they have fallen victim to the Covid-19 pandemic this time around.

So Rainbows is rising to the occasion by bringing a Virtual Christmas Concert to people’s homes from 4pm on Sunday December 20.

Ali Furlong, Head of Community and Events at Rainbows, said: “This year’s Christmas Concert will be a bit different to what we are all used to. “But we guarantee the event will still have you feeling festive - and there will be plenty of performances to enjoy from local schools, choirs and musicians.”

She added: “There is no cost to watch the concert but people will be able to make a donation online as they watch the festivities.

“This year has been such a tough year for our fundraising and donations are so gratefully received to help us continue providing vital care to over 450 children and young people with life-limiting illnesses.

“We hope to see you there enjoying the festivities from the comfort of your own home.”

The Christmas Concert is just one of a number of festive fundraising activities the crucial charity is staging.

Last month Rainbows launched its Christmas Appeal in the hope of desperately-needed funds after a very hard year.

Having had to cancel almost all of its events this year and being forced to close its charity shops twice, fundraising has taken a huge hit,” said Rainbows.

If you would like to join in the concert or support Rainbows this Christmas, please visit rainbows.co.uk/christmas or call 01509 638049.