Severn Valley Donates £1,000 to Bristol Normandy Veterans Group

Persimmon Severn Valley has made a generous donation of £1,000 to the Bristol Normandy Veterans Group as part of its Community Champions initiative.

The Bristol Normandy Veterans, formerly Bristol Normandy Veterans Association Branch No 2, is dedicated to caring for the welfare and supporting the last of the veterans who landed in Normandy during Operation Overlord in June 1944, along with the widows of our lost veterans.

The group raises funds to arrange days out, celebrate birthdays, and fund a Christmas party. Recently, they successfully raised funds for a new memorial in their garden of remembrance in Castle Park, Bristol.

The donation from Persimmon Severn Valley was presented to Paul Turner, a key representative of the Bristol Normandy Veterans Group, and other group members. This support will aid their efforts in honouring and supporting D-Day veterans in the Bristol area.

Persimmon has a proud presence in the local community, with the housebuilder nearing the conclusion of its development at Lyde Green on the outskirts of Bristol. The last few remaining homes are available to purchase including two four-bedroom properties and six two-bedroom apartments from £255,000.

Paul Turner expressed his gratitude and said:

"This donation is enormously helpful in ensuring that we can continue to honour the bravery and sacrifices of our veterans.

“The support from businesses like Persimmon Severn Valley is vital in helping us maintain our memorials and organise events for our veterans.

“We’re very grateful to Persimmon for this support."

Carly Spear, Sales Director for Persimmon Severn Valley, commented on the donation:

"We are very pleased to support the Bristol Normandy Veterans Group in their vital work, which meets very close to our near-complete Lyde Green development on the outskirts of Bristol.

“At Persimmon, we believe in giving back to the communities where we build, and this donation will help ensure that the legacy of the Normandy veterans is preserved and celebrated.

“It is crucial that we remember and honour the sacrifices made by these brave individuals."

The Bristol Normandy Veterans Group has been instrumental in organising commemorative events and maintaining memorials dedicated to the veterans of the Normandy landings.

The group also provides support to veterans and their families, ensuring that their contributions are not forgotten. It meets every month on the first Tuesday for a meeting followed by lunch. Fundraising is an ongoing necessity, and any support is greatly appreciated.

Persimmon Severn Valley’s Community Champions initiative continues to support local causes and communities, reinforcing the company’s commitment to making a positive impact where it builds.