Mayberry emergency day was ‘fantastic’
In store for them on arrival at the garden centre, in Old Shoreham Road, on Friday were a range of equipment to explore and emergency services teams to meet.
Among those represented were Shoreham Fire Station, Shoreham RNLI, Shoreham Coastguard, the British Red Cross, two police departments, Guide Dogs and a Teddy Bear Hospital, with interactive education fun at each stall.
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Hide AdIt is estimated more than 200 children attended and event organiser Darren Clift, Tates’ director, was delighted with the turnout.
“I am really pleased we are able to continue offering this community event that seems to be well received,” he said.
“We are indebted to the great people from all of the emergency services and beyond that give up their time to take part and help create such a fantastic atmosphere.
“I must also say a big thanks to all the staff at Mayberry who work tirelessly behind the scenes to make it the day it was.”
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Hide AdFamilies travelled from Worthing, Shoreham and Steyning for the annual event, which is designed to give children the chance to meet the people who keep them safe.
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