A whopping £40,000 has been raised for a Stockport-based charity after a fundraising event.

The enormous sum was raised for Moya Cole hospice - formerly known as St Ann's - in the Great Mancunians Lunch.

The glamorous event was hosted by Emma Neville at Victoria Warehouse, and involved a 'delectable' three-course meal, plus performances from the outstanding performers from Chetham's School of Music.

Funds were raised through ticket sales, as well as through auctions on the day with some incredible lots, including a signed Courteeners guitar and four VIP concert tickets.

Also available was some stunning original artwork by acclaimed contemporary artist Aiden Phelan from the "George Best: 20 Years of Immortal Legacy" series. Aiden and George's son Calum Best attended the lunch and kindly donated the artwork.  

Calum Best, Emma Neville, Liz Taylor, Aiden Phelan at the Great Mancunian Lunch (Image via Moya Cole Hospice)

Moya Cole Hospice provides care to patients with life-limiting illnesses.

They're currently building a new hospice in Heald Green, which will feature a 27-bed inpatient unit, including individual en-suite rooms and access to private outdoor terraces.

Funds raised from the lunch event will specifically go towards the 'Being You Centre' at the new hospice.

Host Emma Neville said the afternoon provided an opportunity to make an impact on the lives of the people of Manchester impacted by life-limiting illnesses. 

"We have a chance to make a difference for those who are facing some of the toughest challenges of their lives, bringing them greater comfort, care and dignity", Emma said. 

"It was wonderful to welcome everyone to the event.

"By coming together at the lunch, we were able to raise funds to go towards a consultation room at the hospice that will provide a calm, comfortable, and welcoming place for counselling, complementary therapies, and other wellbeing support for the people of Manchester and their families." 

The Moya Cole Hospice recently celebrated reaching a £2m milestone in fundraising for their new Heald Green hospice (Image via Moya Cole Hospice)

Liz Taylor, founder of Taylor Lynn Corporation (TLC) who organised the event, said: "I'm thrilled to be part of The Great Mancunian Lunch and to support the incredible work of Moya Cole Hospice as they create their new state-of-the-art building in Heald Green.

"It's always inspiring to collaborate with such passionate people — Emma Neville, Truth Creative, and Chetham's School of Music — all coming together to celebrate Manchester's spirit while supporting such a vital cause

Moya Cole's head of fundraising Anne-Marie Wynne similarly said the support of all those at the Great Mancunian Lunch is 'vital' for the future of the hospice. 

"On behalf of Moya Cole Hospice, I would like to send Emma Neville a massive thank you for hosting the event", Anne-Marie said.

"We stand together with her in our commitment to championing the importance of both physical and emotional wellbeing, and we are so grateful for her support to raise funds for our Being You Centre at our new hospice.

"Once again, the Taylor Lynn Corporation is supporting Moya Cole Hospice with the Great Mancunian Lunch. It is through their support in organising events that we at Moya Cole Hospice can fund the construction of our new building in Heald Green." 

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