An opticians has been thanked after helping to fund a Surrey car show. Specsavers Camberley, based on Princess Way in the heart of the town, sponsored the event and provided extra family entertainment for the thousands of people who visited.

The Collectively Camberley Car Show celebrated its 14th year with 250 cars attending on Saturday 9 August, as well as family entertainment happening throughout the day.

While the final total of money raised for this year’s chosen charities - The Kidney Fund, Chloe & Sophie’s Special Ears fund, and Kidney Research UK – are yet to be confirmed, those involved in the day have reflected back on the successful weekend.

Matt Stiff, retail director at Specsavers Camberley, says: ‘It was a wonderful weekend and we were very glad to be involved.

Specsavers Camberley funded a face-painting booth for the car show, which was based outside the store

placeholder image — Specsavers Camberley funded a face-painting booth for the car show, which was based outside the store

‘We funded a face-painting stall which was placed outside of the Specsavers store, meaning any families attending could get their faces painted for free and add a bit of extra fun to the day.

‘The Collectively Camberley Car Show is one of the highlights of the year and raises money some very important causes, so we were more than happy to offer sponsorship and play a part in the day.

‘We’re already looking forward to next year – and exploring whether we can get some Specsavers vehicles in on the fun, too.’

Luke Lloyd, BID manager at Collectively Camberley, adds: ‘A big thank you to Specsavers Camberley for sponsoring the face painting and adding to a great family day out. We estimate around 150 faces were painted on the day for free thanks to the generosity of the store.

‘Matt Stiff also volunteered throughout the Saturday to help steward the event, which is a huge effort and very much appreciated in helping make the event run safe and smoothly.

‘The show was a great success. We can’t wait to see everyone again next year.’

You can find out more about the car show at https://www.collectivelycamberley.co.uk/car-show/ or via the social media channels @lovecamberley.

For more information about Specsavers Camberley, call 01276 677686 or go online at https://www.specsavers.co.uk/stores/camberley.