Bid to play cricket with Chris Read and Adam Voges

Monday, June 18, 2012

Cricket fans once again have the exclusive opportunity to bid for the chance to play with Chris Read and Adam Voges as they go head to head in this annual fundraiser for Bowel Cancer UK.

Members of the public can place a minimum bid of £100 for one of a limited number of places. As well as a chance to take part in and watch the match, there will be gourmet food available and entertainment for all the family.

English cricketer Chris Read said "This match promises to be an amazing day for keen cricketers and their families. It's also a chance to raise awareness of the disease and funds for Bowel Cancer UK. Bowel cancer often affects men, yet many don't bother having the signs and symptoms checked out. So please bid generously!"

Captain Chris Read hopes to raise £10,000 from this year's match, with funds going to the charity to help raise awareness of the symptoms of the disease. If you would like to help Chris reach his fundraising target, visit www.justgiving.com/carcolstonmatch2012

This year's 'T20' cricket match will be held at Car Colston Cricket Club on Thursday 23 August 2012 @4pm.

To bid for a coveted place contact Louise Read at louread@hotmail.com with your bid and to find out further details about the event.

Information about the day
Members of the public can place a minimum bid of £100 for one of a limited number of places. It starts at 4pm, with the match starting at 4.30pm. Admission is a suggestive donation to Bowel Cancer UK. Car parking is available.

About Chris Read
Chris has supported the charity since 2007 when he ran the New York Marathon in honour of his first cricket coach, Trevor Ward, who died of the disease. He has also previously helped to raise the profile of bowel cancer during BCAM, and in 2009 generously donated a percentage of his benefit year to the charity. He has played for Devon (1995-1997), Gloucestershire (1997) and Nottinghamshire (1998-present) as well as nationally for England (test debut 1 July 1999 v New Zealand, last test 5 Jan 2007 v Australia).