East Langton pub to host darts marathon in aid of motor neurone disease charities

The event, which is running on May 16 and 17, is the brainchild of Neil Price, the landlord of The Bell Inn, who is a keen darts enthusiast. He will be supported by members of the pub’s own darts team.

Proceeds will be shared between the My Name is Doddie Foundation and the Lewis Moody Appeal, in support of two former rugby union internationals Doddie Weir and Lewis Moody, who were both diagnosed with motor neurone disease.

Alongside the darts marathon, beginning at midday at the pub located on Main Street in East Langton, there will be a barbecue, a live band from 8pm on Saturday night, and a raffle and silent auction.

Customers are encouraged to visit the pub and take part in the darts marathon, where two dartboards will be in operation simultaneously inside the pub’s snug room.

Outside there will be darts-themed games for children to take part in, while the silent auction gives visitors the chance to bid for items ranging from locally baked bread to Leicester Tigers or Northampton Saints rugby memorabilia.

Anyone interested in finding out more or supporting the event should email [email protected]

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