Queen Mary's College Basingstoke hosts Ike Fest for charity

QMC students are supporting Ike Fest. <i>(Image: Queen Mary's College)</i>
QMC students are supporting Ike Fest. (Image: Queen Mary's College)
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A college in Basingstoke is organising a community fundraiser in support of a student battling cancer.

Queen Mary's College (QMC) will host Ike Fest in honour of a student named Ike, who is currently receiving cancer treatment.

The event, taking place at Basingstoke Rugby Club, aims to raise funds for the Teenage Cancer Trust.

The charity was chosen by Ike for the support it provides to young people.



The event will include a variety of activities.The event will include a variety of activities. (Image: Queen Mary's College)

Scheduled for Monday, June 23 from 5pm to 8.30pm, Ike Fest promises a family-friendly atmosphere with various activities.

These include a touch rugby tournament open to anyone aged 14 and over, a barbecue, tombola, an ice cream van, and mini games and activities suitable for all ages.

The college has extended an invitation to the community to join the event, aiming to highlight the role of the charity in supporting young lives.

A spokesperson for the college said: "It promises to be a day of community, courage and compassion."

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