'It’s A Knockout' event in memory of former pupil, Daniel Appleby

The family of former pupil, Daniel Appleby, has organised a charity event at Priory to mark his 32nd birthday.

Daniel Appleby, died last year following a brain haemorrhage linked with diabetes, which he had since he was 11 years old. His family is now holding the Dave Billington’s It’s a Knockout Roadshow at school on June 23. 

All money raised will go towards Preston and Chorley Junior Diabetic Support Group to help children and young people with diabetes. 

His mum, Julie said: “We were proud of Daniel every single day. Despite his own problems he would do anything to help anybody. Daniel had diabetes, but he lived life to the full and enjoyed travel and exciting activities. He was an electrician and we used to call him ‘our bright spark’. 

“As a family, we want to do something in his memory, so we are having a family fun day for what would have been his 32nd birthday on June 23.” 

Daniel attended Priory from 1997 to 2002 and the event will use the school grounds.

The family is looking for teams of up to 10 people to take part in an afternoon of madness and mayhem.  Participants must be over age 10 so pupils from Priory and their parents could form a team - and maybe talk a few members of staff into getting involved too!

Julie continued “Any money raised will go towards supporting our local junior diabetic support group to help children and young people with diabetes to go on holiday, support educational sessions and enjoy trips out. We had such a lot of support from the group when Daniel was a teenager. We will also support local children with other chronic illnesses to get the most out of life.”

Everyone is welcome to attend, with organisers asking for a charitable donation to take part. 

The event, from 11am, will also include tuk tuk rides, games and stalls so all members of the public can join the fun. 

To book a place call Julie Appleby on 07889443083 or email newspringfamily@outlook.com.