Charity Appeal (2008 - 2009)

Fund raising for Charity is something Table has always excelled in. During the 1930's, Table, held a "Grand Car Ballot" and as a result Poole Table was able present a cheque for £1,670 to the Mayor for his Charities.  In the 1960's Donkey Derby's and Boxing Tournaments were popular. In the 1970's Jumble sale's and Cheese and Wine raised great amounts of money, at one time Table took over the ex Tesco Supermarket at 101 High Street filled it with Jumble (including a Car!), and raised £4000 in a day. 

In the 1980's the Quay Fair was organised, followed in the 1990's by Raft Racing on Poole Park Lake, this was later replaced, due to pollution of the lake waters by Wheel Barrow racing. At Christmas a Father Christmas Float was hauled around the houses of Canford Heath for many years until Insurance wouldn't allow Santa on a moving Sleigh! Big shame!

In recent years Table has taken over Cafe Shore on Sandbanks to host a charity fundraising dinner. This has proved to be a huge success with Tribute Bands providing the entertainment and raising over £3000 each occasion. We are scheduled to repeat this event again on February 6th 2009 at the Haven Hotel due to the increased demand for tickets in previous years.

Our donations go to many local good causes, with the emphasis being based in Poole.