Wind, rain, and thunder did nothing to deter the enthusiasm of the 40 teams who took part in playing in the 14th annual charity boules tournament run by Taunton-based developers Summerfield, raising £3,500.
The tournament and lunch, held at Taunton Deane Cricket Club, was in aid of the Summerfield Force for Good (SFFG) Fund, managed by Somerset Community Foundation, and attracted more than 150 guests from businesses across the south west to take part in the friendly knock-out competition.
Summerfield’s Group Managing Director, James Holyday, welcomed the guests, saying: “I am delighted to see so many familiar faces returning year after year, along with welcoming some new ones. We are proud that this event continues to bring businesses and the community together, raising funds for such an important cause.”
Contributions from the teams raised £3,002.32, with Summerfield topping it up to £3,500 before being handed over to Somerset Community Foundation, which manages the Force for Good Fund.
Justin Sargent, CEO of Somerset Community Foundation, paid tribute to the 23-year partnership with Summerfield. One in five young people would experience mental health challenges, so he was particularly pleased the money raised would be helping build strong, vibrant communities and giving young people the chance of a brighter future.
The competition was strong, with the overall winner’s cup going to The Wilkie Warriors representing Wilkie May & Tuckwood. Runners-up were The Pink Ladies from Maitland Walker, who were also awarded the prize for the best-dressed team. The Plate competition was won by The Boule-dozers from Croft Surveyors, with Blackdown Boulers from Blackdown Financial as runners-up. Robert Cooney’s team walked away with the Wooden Spoon prize, beating Carter Jonas.
About Summerfield Summerfield is a long-established, multi-award-winning business based in Taunton, Somerset, and has been developing property for over 200 years. The traditional family-owned building firm was founded in 1823 and has since become a trusted name in both residential and commercial development across the South West. From thoughtfully designed homes to high-quality workspaces, Summerfield creates characterful places with sympathetic styling and timeless craftsmanship.
Summerfield Homes, established in 2007, has built over 2,000 homes, with developments ranging from 10 to 300 properties. These developments combine sustainable construction with modern living, while offering some of the best locations across the South West. Every development is thoughtfully planned, and each home is tailored to complement its surroundings and bring communities together.
Summerfield Commercial has developed over 4 million sq. ft. of workspace throughout the south west, with well-known developments such as Blackbrook in Taunton and Westpark in Wellington. The company prides itself on providing the right space in the right place, whether that be a leasehold or freehold design-and-build option, or a flexible rental arrangement. Summerfield has a diverse portfolio of commercial properties, with over 160 tenants, ranging from local retail parades and modern offices to large industrial buildings and business parks.
With values aligned to supporting both the community and the environment, Summerfield has contributed over £6.1 million to charitable causes and local community projects, and has planted 1.1 million trees to help offset developments and enhance ecosystems in the South West.
www.summerfield.co.uk
About Somerset Community Foundation
Somerset Community Foundation is a charity that helps passionate people in Somerset change the world on their doorstep by funding local charities and inspiring local giving and philanthropy. They aim to build stronger communities in Somerset where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. They provide rewarding and impactful ways for donors to give through them to the causes and places they care about most. Together, they fund amazing organisations and the passionate people that change lives every day. Since they were founded in 2002, they’ve awarded more than £25 million in funding, changing thousands of lives across Somerset.
www.somersetcf.org.uk