More than 11 000 adults attended and an amazing R700 000 was raised to support Nicarela Charity. That’s an increase of 20 percent
on last year and is an all-time record.
The organisers thanked the public for their overwhelming response and support. The weather was unseasonably accommodating which helped to grow attendance figures and the first storm of the weekend took place as the market closed on Sunday afternoon.
Visitors shopped their hearts out by buying crafty gifts for their loved ones and enjoyed delicious eats, from oysters to burgers.
Because the community was the focus of the event, the market reflected a charitable and festive vibe helping to start the holiday season in a happy and giving light.
Entertainment for adults and children was right on target and exhibitors and visitors provided excellent feedback. All proceeds from the market were donated to Nicarela Charity which supports 22 beneficiaries.
The usual Parkview Charity Market raffle took place and the winners were.
First prize: Diamond pendant to the value of R40 000 sponsored by Ernest Blom Diamond Cutting Works and won by Simon Wu.
Second prize: A mid-week stay for two nights in a self-catering De Hoop Village Cottage for six people sharing valued at R7 560. Sponsored by De Hoop Collection and won by David Dobie.
Third prize: Complimentary Sunday luncheon at De Hoek Country Estate sponsored by De Hoek Country Hotel and won by Nevin Sher.
Fourth prize: Complimentary Sunday luncheon at De Hoek Country Estate sponsored by De Hoek Country Hotel and won by Fiona Gar.
Fifth prize: R1 000 voucher from Ocean Basket, sponsored by Ocean Basket and won by Stephanie Wittles.
Sixth prize:Toy train set valued at R250 sponsored by Erica Wolter and won by Fiona Gar.
Special prize: Two golden circle tickets for One Direction sponsored by the Gibbon family and won by Leah Morris
Details: www.nicarela.org.za