The Royston community is coming together for a charity fundraiser to celebrate the life of businesswoman Julia Brooks.

Julia, who sadly died from cancer in August last year, was the former chair of Royston Chamber of Commerce, BID facilitator of Royston First, and the founding director of local marketing agency C4B Media.

A memorial page for Julia states: "Julia was loved by all and will always be remembered with great love and fondness.

"Julia loved life, her family, her friends, her work, and all the many projects she was involved in within the local community.

"She touched so many people’s lives and was thought of very highly by all who had the privilege to know her."

The 'afternoon of celebration' - which will include a three-course sit down meal - will take place at Burloes Hall in Royston from 3pm to 6pm on Wednesday, September 13.

There will also be a raffle, and live music from local singer Tom Huttlestone and Herts-based jazz singer Miss Jones.

All proceeds will be going to Arthur Rank Hospice at Home, which provided valuable care and support for Julia and her family, while in the comfort of her own home.

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Colleague and friend Sharon Grocott, who is leading the plans, said: "Everyone who knew Julia knows she was extremely passionate and committed to Royston businesses and people, so much so that it’s only right that we come together to remember her and celebrate her life.

"We would like to thank some very special people, without whom this event wouldn’t be possible.

"They are; Matthew Norris at Portfolio Events for the catering, Royston First for the sponsorship of the entertainment and decorations, and of course, the ladies at the beautiful venue, Burloes Hall."

Donations to Arthur Rank Hospice in Julia's memory are still being accepted at https://juliabrooks.muchloved.com/, which has so far raised more than £8,000 to help people in need of hospice care.

Tables of eight to 10 people are available for the fundraising event, with tickets priced at £35 per person.

For tickets, information, offers of sponsorship or raffle donations, please contact Sharong@c4bmedia.com.