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The Fish Factory, Littlehampton supports RNLI

Friday, November 18th, 2011

Malcolm Somner, Lady Mary Mumford and Andrew Sparsis

The Fish Factory in Littlehampton hosted a Champagne and Fish Supper on Monday 14th November, in aid of RNLI (Royal National Lifeboat Institution). The night was excellently attended with Malcolm Somner – the Littlehampton RNLI Fundraising Branch Chairman – and Lady Mary Mumford present.

Having been around since 1824, RNLI is the charity that saves lives at sea, more than 139,000 to date! They provide a 24-hour lifeboat search and rescue service around the coasts of the UK and RoI, as well as a seasonal lifeguard service on many of the busiest beaches in England and Wales.

The Fish Factory Team

The RNLI also works to promote sea and beach safety. They rely on more than 40,000 volunteers – on lifeboats, at stations, on beaches, and in fundraising.

The evening, with live entertainment in the form of a Jazz band and Charity auction was a huge success with over £3500 being raised for the RNLI. Everyone at The Fish Factory, Littlehampton and Proto Restaurant Group is extremely proud to be a part of such a successful event.

If you would like to hear more about our RNLI evening, or simply fancy a great night out with excellent food, call The Fish Factory, Littlehampton on 01903 715000 to book a table. Alternatively come in and visit us in Worthing by calling 01903 207123 or visit us in our fantastic Food Restaurant by calling 01903 227780.

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The Fish Factory sponsors Littlehampton Amateur Boxing Club

Sunday, September 26th, 2010

Proto Restaurant Group sponsors Littlehampton Amateur Boxing Club. Photo by Studio IV.

Meet Stephen Bailey! Stephen is the founder of Littlehampton Amateur Boxing Club (LABC) and he set this amazing club up with the sole purpose of introducing the techniques of boxing to children with a goal to promote fitness, give them confidence and self belief when tackling everyday situations.

Our reporter, Vicky Vaughan, spoke to Stephen to find out more.

VV: Hello Stephen. So when was LABC born?
SB: Well, I have been boxing since the tender age of 9 years old – I eventually represented England winning over 125 ABAE fights.

VV: Wow, do you still fight?
SB: No, I retired from boxing in my 30s and then I became a coach. Boxing is in my blood.

VV: So why did you set up LABC?
SB: When I moved to Littlehampton, I discovered that there was no boxing club so I set one up myself about 18 months ago. Initially the club was for children and we started in a small hall. However, due to its popularity, the club has increased enormously. So much so that we moved to the large hall on a Sunday night with back-to-back classes for both juniors (under 17s) and adults (over 17s). It wasn’t long before older boys turned up and wondered was going on.

VV: It sounds like Littlehampton has been waiting for you to come along!
SB: Yes! It’s all been coming to together naturally and we are growing fast. We are now affiliated to The Amateur Boxing Association for England (ABAE), so our boys can now box for the club and represent their town in competitions. We have had lots of support from the council, and thanks to businesses like Proto Restaurant Group we can buy gloves and equipment. All money we receive goes straight back to the club.

VV: I understand that LABC helps in other ways too …
SB: Yes, both the parents and boys alike have said that the boxing club is a great way to channel excess energy that could be used in other ways, plus the club combines fun, hard-work, discipline and is a positive addition to what Littlehampton has to offer children and teenagers in the area.

The Fish Factory is sponsoring the Littlehampton Amateur Boxing Club by donating money for them to purchase new head guards for competition and training use.

If you would like to help by donating to this fantastic club, contact Steve Bailey on 07884 072572 or email him at littlehamptonabc@hotmail.co.uk.

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ANDY & CBEEBIES FLY HIGH FOR CHARITY

Friday, August 20th, 2010

Andy Sparsis and CBeebies presenter, Ed, posing in their costumes at Worthing International Birdman 2010.

Andy Sparsis and Ed from CBeebies, flew off Worthing Pier to raise money for Love Your Hospitals.You can see the them both in action in the video clip below, courtesy of Studio IV in Worthing, who are now specialising in promotional movies as well as outstanding photography.

Worthing International Birdman hit the headlines this year because Holly Walsh, another CBBC presenter, was injured as she entered the water at an odd angle. However, Holly has given the Birdman organisers much praise and is very grateful for the quick medical attention she received.

If you haven’t yet had a chance to sponsor Andy Sparsis in his great challenge. Don’t worry. You can do it now, it’s simple, just visit Just Giving, and help Andy reach his target for Love Your Hospitals.

Worthing International Birdman is looking for a major sponsor for next year, to make the event even more spectacular. Do you know a large business who would be interested in sponsoring this fantastic event? If so, call Sharon Clarke, Worthing Town Centre Manager on 01903 203252.

Proto Restaurant Group continues to support the community by getting involved and sponsoring charitable organisations, to make Worthing an even better place to work, live and play. So when you book your table at Food restaurant in Worthing (tel 01903 227780) or The Fish Factory restaurants in Worthing (01903 207123) and Littlehampton (01903 715000), you can polish your halo because you are also supporting the community by eating at our restaurants.

Check out these related blog posts:

• Meet the design of the costumes for Andy Sparsis, and CBBC Presenter, Chris Johnson
• New Proto Restaurant Advert has first official public airing at Worthing International Birdman

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It’s a Casino Royale night at The Fish Factory, Littlehampton

Thursday, May 20th, 2010

Fun at the Casino

It was the night to top all nights:

Event: Fundraising Casino Party Night
Location: The Fish Factory in Littlehampton
Charity: The St. Barnabas Casino Party Night
Date: Monday 17 May

Over £2000 was raised for the St. Barnabas House Hospice Care Charity and the evening was a great success with a champagne and canapé reception, 3 course meal, casino tables, live music, raffle and an auction. Many local businesses donated to the auction, and the prizes were amazing.

Proto Restaurant Group host many charity functions. We can create themed menus to suit your charity evening, and arrange live music to enhance the occasion. Call Food (fine dining restaurant in Worthing) on 01903 227780 or either of our fantastic fish restaurants: The Fish Factory, located in Worthing (01903 207123) and Littlehampton (01903 715000).