Join over 500 ladies and dine with Claire Lomas in aid of LOROS this May.
The LOROS Annual Ladies Luncheon has been enjoyed now for over twenty years and it continues to be as popular today as it was in the very beginning. Past guest speakers include the likes of Anne Widdecombe, Dr Hilary Jones, Earl Spencer and Mary Berry.
This year Claire Lomas, who won our hearts back in April 2012 after completing the London Marathon in her bionic suit, will be our inspirational guest speaker at this event. The nation watched as day after day Claire put one foot in front of the other in her incredible bionic suit which she has learnt to use after a freak horse riding accident left her paralysed from the chest down.
Since her accident Claire has helped to raise funds for Spinal Research and during the 17 days it took Claire to complete the London Marathon she raised £204,000. This epic feat saw Claire recognised as an inspirational figure and she was invited to have the honour of lighting the cauldron at the 2012 Paralympic Games which was watched by over 11 million people all over the world.
Local girl Claire recently received another honour in the form of Tesco’s “Courageous Mum Award” at London’s Savoy Hotel. Claire, who is mum to two year old Maisie, was rewarded with a reception at 10 Downing Street, where all the winners were given a tour and spoke with Prime Minister David Cameron.
Diane Morris, LOROS Fundraising Manager said; “Claire is truly an inspirational and courageous woman, she has accomplished so much and we are delighted and honoured that she has agreed to be the Guest Speaker at this event.”
Tickets for The Annual Ladies Luncheon which takes place on Wednesday 15th May at King Power Stadium are still available and priced at just £40 per person. If you would like to attend this event please contact the LOROS fundraising department on 0116 2318431.
