Grace wins our Christmas Card competition

We are delighted to announce that Grace Baty, aged 8, from Corbridge First School has won our Christmas Card Competition with her festive drawing of a snowy penguin!  We asked the pupils of Corbridge First School to send in their best designs for our 2022 Christmas Card and we were sent some fabulous drawings. Our residents were then asked which one they thought should become the official card for the Charlotte Straker Project and after a lot of discussion, it was decided that Grace’s penguin should win. Sam Willis, our Deputy Manager, presented Grace a prize of a £25 voucher and a special certificate. John said “It was very difficult indeed to choose the winning drawing as they were all so wonderful, but we took a vote and Grace’s penguin came top.  it has made my week.” Sam added, “there were some beautiful drawings including a snowman, a reindeer and a snowflake. Our residents really enjoyed choosing their favourite. We’re very keen to keep in touch with the local community and this competition has been a brilliant way to strengthen ties. It was wonderful to see the children and meet their teacher and of course, listen to their wonderful carol singing on Wednesday morning.