Contact Details
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The promoters and directors of Brixham's Walk
are Neil Worrell and Vicky Pritchard-Davies
Email: fishermanschurchbrixham@gmail.com
Vix Pritchard-Davies 07403 295810
Postal address: 36a Mount Pleasant Rd, Brixham TQ5 9RY
Lighting Up Brixham is a community interest company
Company Number 12483549
Press release: Below
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PRESS RELEASE - LAUNCH
BRIXHAM’S WALK OF FAME ON THE VICTORIA BREAKWATER
Lighting Up Brixham are pleased to announce the opening of ‘Brixham’s Walk’. A series of cast-iron plates on the Breakwater etched with individual names. To celebrate locals and those who love Brixham, past and present.
Neil Worrell and Vicky Pritchard-Davies are the founders of Lighting Up Brixham
“It’s a once in a lifetime event” says Neil Worrell, co-promoter with Vicky Pritchard-Davies
“Want to see a giant red ribbon being cut? Want to be sprayed with champagne? Want to hear a boring speech? Well, come along at noon to the Breakwater on Saturday 28th August 2021”.
“We’ve been planning this for two years” says Vicky, “With over 200 names already immortalised we’re thrilled to have reached this stage. When I got cancer three years ago, I prayed that I’d see this day – and I have - so I’m understandably emotional”.
Neil adds “I’m frankly relieved to have the First Phase plates down, weighing over 70kg each there is now half of a ton of pure cast iron bolted down. The material which will gently rust, reflects the rich history of ore mining in Brixham as well as the rust on the trawlers in the harbour and the red sails of the heritage boats”.
“Our knees are shot, our backs are broken but we are there now, and the outpouring of emotion around these names has taken us completely by surprise. Every name encapsulates a full life story”.
The first name on the plates is JACKIE ROBINSON, Neil’s wife who died in 2017 of a brain tumour. And whom he says "was the inspiration behind this; she was an incredibly clever, inspirational, focussed woman - not always easy (on me!) but a real genius who it was a privilege to share my life with”. And with another 200 or so names already registered, Neil & Vix are now well on their way to reaching their 1000 name target.
The "Victoria Breakwater" extends into Torbay for half a mile "and is named after me” jokes Vicky. She adds “More seriously, we’re delighted to have been able to work with Brixham’s Northfield foundry which has done a great job of casting the plates”.
Neil & Vicky started Lighting Up Brixham two years ago after both having had set-backs in their lives and wanting to make a difference. “We both raised money for national charities” says Vicky, but then Neil insisted that “we did something for the our town”. And already The Walk is making a difference. “All profits go to the town” says Neil, “The Walk is already funding our new initiative “Brighten Up Brixham” to paint houses pastel colours. It’s also funding six more seasonal Lights to add to the fourteen already here including more fish!”. See more on www.lightingupbrixham.com
Neil continues “We’re passionate about the town - and so are thousands of others. This new project enables people to celebrate their love for Brixham and support it, in a physical and permanent way”. Brixham receives more than half a million visitors a year and is currently bouncing back strongly from the pandemic. During a three year period, for every single local "living in Brixham" the town receives 100 visitors!
Vicky adds "Everybody can have their names on the Breakwater. In our view, it’s nicer, and cheaper, than a bench - and no varnishing! You can stand on ‘The Walk’ and reflect on the people whose names are inscribed - and who will be there for decades. Imagine your children and grandchildren visiting in 20-30 years time….It’s emotional for many and they have already told us so – often with tears in their eyes”.
Money raised by The Walk will be invested in "permanent town improvements" say the couple and they add that the venture will raise thousands of pounds for Brixham.
Registration for "Phase Two" is now open
Be on Brixham’s Walk!’
Contact:
Neil Worrell 07565 962229
Vix Pritchard-Davies 07403 295810
PS Brixham's Walk of Fame is ALREADY funding new initiatives including "Brighten Up Brixham" and six new seasonal lights.
PRESS RELEASE - LAUNCH
BRIXHAM’S WALK OF FAME ON THE VICTORIA BREAKWATER
Lighting Up Brixham are pleased to announce the opening of ‘Brixham’s Walk’. A series of cast-iron plates on the Breakwater etched with individual names. To celebrate locals and those who love Brixham, past and present.
Neil Worrell and Vicky Pritchard-Davies are the founders of Lighting Up Brixham
“It’s a once in a lifetime event” says Neil Worrell, co-promoter with Vicky Pritchard-Davies
“Want to see a giant red ribbon being cut? Want to be sprayed with champagne? Want to hear a boring speech? Well, come along at noon to the Breakwater on Saturday 28th August 2021”.
“We’ve been planning this for two years” says Vicky, “With over 200 names already immortalised we’re thrilled to have reached this stage. When I got cancer three years ago, I prayed that I’d see this day – and I have - so I’m understandably emotional”.
Neil adds “I’m frankly relieved to have the First Phase plates down, weighing over 70kg each there is now half of a ton of pure cast iron bolted down. The material which will gently rust, reflects the rich history of ore mining in Brixham as well as the rust on the trawlers in the harbour and the red sails of the heritage boats”.
“Our knees are shot, our backs are broken but we are there now, and the outpouring of emotion around these names has taken us completely by surprise. Every name encapsulates a full life story”.
The first name on the plates is JACKIE ROBINSON, Neil’s wife who died in 2017 of a brain tumour. And whom he says "was the inspiration behind this; she was an incredibly clever, inspirational, focussed woman - not always easy (on me!) but a real genius who it was a privilege to share my life with”. And with another 200 or so names already registered, Neil & Vix are now well on their way to reaching their 1000 name target.
The "Victoria Breakwater" extends into Torbay for half a mile "and is named after me” jokes Vicky. She adds “More seriously, we’re delighted to have been able to work with Brixham’s Northfield foundry which has done a great job of casting the plates”.
Neil & Vicky started Lighting Up Brixham two years ago after both having had set-backs in their lives and wanting to make a difference. “We both raised money for national charities” says Vicky, but then Neil insisted that “we did something for the our town”. And already The Walk is making a difference. “All profits go to the town” says Neil, “The Walk is already funding our new initiative “Brighten Up Brixham” to paint houses pastel colours. It’s also funding six more seasonal Lights to add to the fourteen already here including more fish!”. See more on www.lightingupbrixham.com
Neil continues “We’re passionate about the town - and so are thousands of others. This new project enables people to celebrate their love for Brixham and support it, in a physical and permanent way”. Brixham receives more than half a million visitors a year and is currently bouncing back strongly from the pandemic. During a three year period, for every single local "living in Brixham" the town receives 100 visitors!
Vicky adds "Everybody can have their names on the Breakwater. In our view, it’s nicer, and cheaper, than a bench - and no varnishing! You can stand on ‘The Walk’ and reflect on the people whose names are inscribed - and who will be there for decades. Imagine your children and grandchildren visiting in 20-30 years time….It’s emotional for many and they have already told us so – often with tears in their eyes”.
Money raised by The Walk will be invested in "permanent town improvements" say the couple and they add that the venture will raise thousands of pounds for Brixham.
Registration for "Phase Two" is now open
Be on Brixham’s Walk!’
Contact:
Neil Worrell 07565 962229
Vix Pritchard-Davies 07403 295810
PS Brixham's Walk of Fame is ALREADY funding new initiatives including "Brighten Up Brixham" and six new seasonal lights.