MADAM, I would like to congratulate Ross Cricket Club on the splendid achievement of reaching their 175th Anniversary.

Part of their season-long festivities was an Auction held at the Chase Hotel recently and almost hidden amongst the celebrations was their generous offer to donate ten per cent of the proceeds to the Mayor's charity – SSAFA Forces Help.

The total amount raised on the night, thanks to the generosity of those attending, was an impressive £4000, which meant, in turn, a sum of £400 for SSAFA. The Club committee however generously voted to donate an additional amount of £100 to make the final figure £500.

Through your letters page I would like to thank Ross Cricket Club not only for their initial offer to donate to the charity but for their further generosity by adding to the original amount.

I would like to add my personal congratulations to Ross Cricket Club and wish them every success in their Anniversary Year both on and off the field.

With many thanks to all concerned

Pat Burbidge [Mr], Divisional Secretary

SSAFA Forces Help

South Herefordshire