Bingo with Betty

Skinners Brewery held its first Bingo with Betty Night on April 10, raising £2,245 for Children’s Hospice South West’s Ride for Precious Lives 2025. 

Organised by Team Betty - Steve Zanni, Viv Bray and Fred Thomas, aka Skinner’s mascot Betty Stogs – the event was a complete sell-out, with more than 150 people packing the venue for a night of bingo, laughter and fundraising. Newham neighbours Riverside Garage, Screwfix, Motor Parts, RPD Tyres, Lunchbox and Aldi were among the businesses who kindly donated prizes, while others filled tables. 

Children's Hospice South West has been caring for babies, children and young people with life-threatening and life-limiting conditions for over 30 years by providing hospice care and family support services through its hospices in Cornwall, North Devon and Bristol. The Ride for Precious Lives is an annual sponsored cycling challenge, with more than 100 cyclists travelling 200 miles across the South West to raise much-needed cash. 

Skinner’s marketing manager Laura Perry said: “The generosity shown by our local community was heart-warming. It was a truly memorable evening, and we’re already looking forward to the next one!”