14/06/2026
I was absolutely chuffed to be invited by Meryl Praill, the CEO of Newbury Soup Kitchen , to be part of her incredible event alongside the charming Will Young for a day of Spring Jazz.
This was my second time working on behalf of The Newbury Soup Kitchen, and
This was my second time working with Maryl and knowing how much passion, energy, and tireless dedication she puts into supporting others, it was an absolute no-brainer to get involved.
Meryl’s drive to make a difference is truly infectious, and it’s easy to see why the volunteers around her are such wonderful, kind-hearted people. Her generosity and commitment are second to none, and the incredible work she has achieved supporting homelessness in the local community is genuinely inspiring.
It’s a real privilege to be able to work alongside Meryl at these events, and I’m incredibly grateful for the support and kindness she has shown me too.
With two sold-out sessions, the whole day was a joy to be part of. I had the pleasure of providing some ice-breaking magic during the drinks reception, followed by table entertainment throughout dinner, before Will Young took to the stage for a beautifully crafted jazz set just for this occasion.
The setting being the beautiful The Post Barn, Newbury in Newbury was absolutely perfect for such a special occasion — the intimate, rustic barn added to the atmosphere and created the ideal backdrop, and the fantastic team made sure everything ran seamlessly for guests to enjoy a seamless experience.
It was also a pleasure spending time with Will and his talented band mates, who were all incredibly talented musicians and a joy to be around throughout the day.
A huge thank you to Meryl, the Newbury Soup Kitchen volunteers, and everyone involved for allowing me to be part of such a meaningful and memorable event. It’s always a privilege to combine entertainment with supporting such an important cause.
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