CAR RETAILER LOOKS OUT FOR THE PUBLIC’S EYESIGHT

Sevenoaks’ residents may need to look twice as a local opticians offers up a brand new Volkswagen Fox as a prize, from Beadles Volkswagen.

The Volkswagen retailer is supporting Eyelines Opticians to offer customers the chance to win the brand new vehicle.

Owners of Eyelines Opticians, Neil Donnelly and Max Elstone, have been looking after Sevenoaks community’s eyes for over 20 years and between them have accumulated over 40 years experience.

Neil Donnelly explain their latest promotion: “We wanted to say thank you to our customers and felt entering them into a free prize draw for simply buying quality Seiko Spectacle lenses was a great idea.

“We are really grateful for the support from Beadles Volkswagen and delighted with the initial interest since the promotion started.”

Every customer who buys Seiko Spectacle lenses will be entered into the draw to be in with a chance to win the Volkswagen Fox.

Beadles Volkswagen’s brand manager, Mark Gleenslade, said: “We were more than happy to support a local business.

“It is vital that people take care of their eyes, although I expect customers will not believe their eyes when they see the prize.”

To be in with a chance of winning the Volkswagen Fox simply go to Eyelines on The High Street and buy a pair of Seiko Spectacle lenses before the 31st October 2010.

DARTFORD YOUTH TEAM KICKS OFF SEASON IN STYLE

Dartford FC's under-15 team has celebrated the launch of a new sponsorship deal with a solid start to the season.

In possibly the hardest game of the season, the team drew 2-2 away at Rusthall, just hours after being handed the kit from Dartford’s Volkswagen Van Centre, Beadles.

The sponsorship deal, worth over £1,500, is vital to the future of the club as it aims to continue the development of its youngsters.

Dartford FC's youth teams are hugely popular with some players going on to play for Dartford's first team; with the added incentive to progress in to professional football and follow in the footsteps of recent former players Jimmy Bullard, Dave Martin and Cody McDonald.

Nick Davis, the under-15s manager, said: “It’s imperative for this club to obtain sponsorship and Beadles’ involvement is invaluable.

“The money provides all players the opportunity to play, keep fit and develop as young adults by supplying much needed kits and equipment.

“This football club keeps the young lads in a safe environment where they can learn and progress with annual tours taking them abroad to experience foreign countries and traditions.”

Keith Banks, brand manager at Beadles Volkswagen Van Centre, said: “As a local business it’s vital we cultivate our relationships within the community; and what better way than to help develop youngsters with drive and ambition to create positive role models for the future community.

“By sponsoring Dartford FC's under-15s, Beadles is looking to the future by providing a good base for young footballers and possibly the professionals of tomorrow.

“Everyone at Beadles wishes the Nick and the team every success throughout the season.”

THIRD KENT GOLF DAY RAISES THOUSANDS FOR

The third annual Kent Golf Day charity event has raised more than £20,000 for the Bobby Moore Fund for Cancer Research UK.

This year’s event was held at the Redlibbets Golf Club in Ash, and was once again sponsored by Maidstone’s Volkswagen retailer Beadles.

During the day 92 people took part in the golf to raise money for the fund founded in memory of ex-England football captain Bobby Moore.

Among the prizes available to golfers who shot a hole-in-one were a brand new Volkswagen Polo, golfing breaks in Spain and the Belfry, and a set of Callaway Diablo Edge Irons.

The event has now raised £75,000 since its inception in 2008 and is hoping to break the £100,000 barrier next year.

Beadles brand manager Keith Dowle and founder of the Kent Golf Day, Andrew Burcher, were delighted with the success of this event.

Andrew said: “Thanks to the support of Beadles and all the golfers who take part in this event, it continues to raise vital funds of the work carried out by the Bobby Moore Fund.

“We’re looking forward to 2011 already and hope to maintain the success. We could not have done it without Keith and his team supporting us.

“The winning team was from Knight Asphalte, another company that has been supportive of the event.”

Keith added: “Unfortunately no one managed to get a hole-in-one on the17th hole to drive away in a new car, but the day was a great success and enjoyed by everyone involved.

“It was a testament to the people of Kent that so many golfers wanted to take part and raise money for such a good cause. We are extremely happy to have supported the event and look forward to sponsoring similar fundraisers.”

The Bobby Moore Fund was set up by the late England hero’s widow Stephanie Moore MBE in conjunction with Cancer Research UK. It was established in 1993 to raise money for research into bowel cancer after Bobby died of the disease earlier that year aged just 51.

The proceeds of the golf day will go towards funding pioneering work into the prevention and treatment of bowel cancer as well as raising public awareness of the causes and symptoms.

Mrs Moore said: “Bobby was never happier than when he was playing on a fine course in good company. A massive thank you to Beadles and everyone for supporting the Bobby Moore Fund and making our work possible.”

THIRD KENT GOLF DAY RAISING FUNDS FOR

Maidstone’s Volkswagen retailer is once again backing the Kent Golf Day in aid of the Bobby Moore Fund for Cancer research UK.

Beadles is providing a car for the event on 23rd June, for the person who can score a hole-in-one on the 17th hole.

Staged at the Redlibbets Golf Club in Ash the event, sponsored by Beadles Volkswagen, will see over 120 people tee off hoping to raise vital funds in memory of the ex-England captain.

Beadles brand manager Keith Dowle is looking forward to the event.

He said: “It is a testament to the people of Kent that so many golfers want to take part and raise money for such a good cause.

“We are extremely happy to support the event, looking forward to seeing everyone on the day and people shooting for the car.”

Further hole-in-one prizes are a golfing break in the Le Meridien Resort, Spain, a two day golf break for four at the Belfrey and a set of Callaway Diablo Edge Irons. They’re available at the 6th 8th and 13th holes.

The Bobby Moore Fund was set up by the late England hero’s widow Stephanie Moore MBE in conjunction with Cancer Research UK. It was established in 1993 to raise money for research into bowel cancer after Sir Bobby died of the disease earlier that year aged just 51.

The proceeds of the golf day will go towards funding pioneering work into the prevention and treatment of bowel cancer as well as raising public awareness of the causes and symptoms.

Mrs Moore said: “Bobby was never happier than when he was playing on a fine course in good company. A massive thank you to Beadles and everyone for supporting the Bobby Moore Fund and making our work possible.”

KENT CHILDREN TAKE PRIDE IN CAREERS

A school visit from a local business manager has inspired children to choose their careers early.

St James the Great Primary School in East Malling has been teaching Year six children about their aspirations and ambitions for their future professions

The talk by Beadles Volkswagen’s service manager, Steve McGannon, from inspired many of the children to consider a future in the automotive industry.

Due to the popularity of Steve’s visit, Beadles Volkswagen invited Jack Cadwallader, Matthew Abrey, Alix Lucas and Shannon Calverley to the retailer for a tour of the workshop and showroom.


Clare Mason, senior leader of learning at the school, said: “We were delighted to receive the invitation from Beadles Volkswagen for the children have a guided tour and talk with staff.

“They had an incredible afternoon and returned to school with knowledge, enthusiasm and desire for a career in the car industry.

“We continually look at ways of developing children’s interests in their future working life and can’t thank Steve and Beadles enough for their support.”

Steve said: “Children are the future workforce for many local businesses and it’s important we help them make the right choice in careers.

“By talking to them in school and allowing visits, children can sample life at a car retailer early, before deciding if it’s the right career for them.

“Judging by the enthusiasm of the children, I’m sure a few of them will be back in the coming years.”

KENT GOLF DAY RAISES FUNDS FOR BOBBY MOORE CANCER FUND

The Kent Golf Day charity event at the Marriott Tudor Park Golf Club in Maidstone has raised more than £24,000 thousand pounds for the fund founded in memory of ex-England football captain Bobby Moore.

The two-day event, sponsored by Maidstone’s Volkswagen retailer Beadles, saw 160 people tee off to raise money for the Bobby Moore Fund for Cancer Research UK.

Among the prizes available to golfers who shot a hole-in-one were a brand new Volkswagen Golf, a set of new golf clubs, a holiday in Portugal and a weekend break at a Marriott hotel.

Beadles brand manager Keith Dowle and founder of the Kent Golf Day, Andrew Burcher, were delighted with the success of this event.

Andrew said: “Thanks to Beadles the inaugural event in 2008 was a phenomenal success.

“One year later we have been inundated with participants and had to extend the event to two days. We could not have done it without Keith and his team supporting us.”

Keith added: “Unfortunately no one managed to get a hole-in-one on the17th hole to drive away in a new car, but the day was a great success and enjoyed by everyone involved.

“It was a testament to the people of Maidstone that so many golfers wanted to take part and raise money for such a good cause. We are extremely happy to have supported the event and look forward to sponsoring similar fundraisers.”

The winning team was the Red Lions, made up of players from the Red Lion pub in Sevenoaks, with All Torque coming a close second.

The Bobby Moore Fund was set up by the late England hero’s widow Stephanie Moore MBE in conjunction with Cancer Research UK. It was established in 1993 to raise money for research into bowel cancer after Sir Bobby died of the disease earlier that year aged just 51.

The proceeds of the golf day will go towards funding pioneering work into the prevention and treatment of bowel cancer as well as raising public awareness of the causes and symptoms.

Mrs Moore said: “Bobby was never happier than when he was playing on a fine course in good company. A massive thank you to Beadles and everyone for supporting the Bobby Moore Fund and making our work possible.”

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