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Sponsorship money for Enigma Twirl Team

July 2, 2014
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Enigma  Twirl Team gratefully received a sponsorship cheque for £250 from Blenheim House, Melksham after performing at their fete last month. 

The team said, “We are thrilled as a troupe to be sponsored by such a fantastic company and are extremely thankful for Blenheim House and their staff for supporting us. The money donated will be used to buy our carnival costumes for the coming illuminated carnival season ahead.”

 

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