THE Purple Turtle will host Motofest on Saturday, January 15, in aid of the Motor Neurone Disease Association (MNDA).
A matinee show will feature live music from; The Highwasters, Doops and Bare Groove DJ’s with the aim of raising awareness and much needed funds.
Organiser, Rob Callaghan, created the event after a close friend was diagnosed with motor neurone disease last year.
“Deb is a fitness fanatic and hosted weekly Zumba classes so was a very fit individual.
“It started with some odd pains in her hip and shoulder, but as each month went by her mobility got worse.
“Her progression has happened really fast and she is now fully reliant on a wheelchair and assistance to get around,” he explained.
Motor neurone disease is an uncommon condition that affects the brain and nerves and gets worse over time.
Currently, there is no cure but there are treatments to help reduce the impact it has on a person’s daily life.
“It’s terrible because there’s nothing you can do about it.
“You don’t know how severe it is until it affects someone you know and care about,” said Rob.
The MNDA focuses on improving access to care, research and campaigning for those affected in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
“The MNDA has been great in helping Deb get the best care possible and also offering support to her husband Ray.
“We want to raise as much as we can to help the fight against this disease.”
Doors for the 18+ gig open at 3.00pm, and tickets can be bought in advance or on the door for £5.
For more information, or to book tickets, log onto fatsoma.com
Donations can also be made online at JustGiving/motofest
