Myers & Bowman is among the sponsors supporting a charity golf event in West Cumbria this weekend to raise cash for Prostate Cancer UK.
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men – with one in eight men getting the disease. And if you’re over 50 or you have a family history of the disease, then your risk is even higher. But the earlier you find it, the easier it is to treat.
The brainchild of Ian Andrew, the annual fundraising event at Workington Golf Club has raised over £20,000 for Prostate Cancer UK and around £5,000 for other charities over the years.
Ian co-organises the event with Howard Nicholson, Kelly Morgan and Andrew Clemence.
This year’s sold-out event takes place on Saturday, May 24, and the quartet said their aims were to host a good day of golf and entertainment and highlight the importance of men getting checked out for prostate cancer.
Toyota centre Myers & Bowman supported the event last year and said its continued support demonstrated its commitment to the local community and the important cause.
People will have the opportunity to see a selection of Toyota vehicles on display, highlighting the company’s innovative and environmentally conscious electric range.
Stephen Calvin, centre principal at Myers & Bowman, said: “We are delighted to be sponsoring the Workington Golf Club Prostate Cancer UK event for the second year running.
“It’s a privilege to support Prostate Cancer UK and contribute to raising awareness and funds for their crucial work.
“We’re also excited to showcase the benefits of our Toyota Electric range to visitors and engage with the local community.”
Myers & Bowman will also be running a prize draw. Anyone who responds to their Facebook page about the event will be entered for a chance to win a voucher for a local business.
At the event, visitors to the Myers & Bowman stand will receive complimentary Toyota branded water bottles and golf balls, while supplies last.
This year will see 140 golfers tee off in the four ball competition.
Celebrity special guests include rugby stars Adrian Morley and Robbie Hunter Paul, plus Britain’s Got Talent finalist the impressionist Les Gibson.
Ian said: “It’s important that we raise funds for Prostate Cancer UK as the money goes into research for new and better treatments, looking for the ultimate cure.
“If it wasn’t for research like this, I maybe wouldn’t be here today.”
Howard added: “The event has grown and it wouldn’t be possible without the support and generosity of our sponsors. All 18 holes are sponsored and Myers & Bowman supply cars for the first tee.”
Andrew said: “We like to make it feel really special and thanks to Myers & Bowman we can make the first tee feel great for the golfers.”
The celebrities are being sponsored by William King Construction, Atkins Realis and Amentum.
Other sponsors include NRL, Protyre, the Unite and GMB unions, Patons, PTS and Barclays. The organisations have supported the event from the start.
Joining the sponsors line-up this year are Whitehaven Golf Club’s professional, Maryport Bodyworks and Workington Rotary.
Howard said: “We couldn’t do it without them and all the other sponsors, the people who donate prizes and the loyal supporters who have backed us over the years. We are truly grateful.”
