New Year cheer for Down's Syndrome support group

Members of the Lincolnshire Down's Syndrome Support Group held their annual New Year Party on Sunday at The Venue in Navenby.
Lincolnshire Down's Syndrome Support Group, annual New Year Party at The Venue, Navenby. Simon Linforth and Elsie Linforth 4 of Caythorpe. EMN-160119-115609001Lincolnshire Down's Syndrome Support Group, annual New Year Party at The Venue, Navenby. Simon Linforth and Elsie Linforth 4 of Caythorpe. EMN-160119-115609001
Lincolnshire Down's Syndrome Support Group, annual New Year Party at The Venue, Navenby. Simon Linforth and Elsie Linforth 4 of Caythorpe. EMN-160119-115609001

The family party enjoyed entertainment, including a pantomime, and a visiting fish and chip van providing tasty food.

This year’s event saw a record of over 160 people attending from across the county.

Over the last few years membership has grown, led by a dedicated committee who work hard in planning a variety of numerous events to entertain members and families.

Lincolnshire Down's Syndrome Support Group, annual New Year Party at The Venue, Navenby. Panto cast performing. EMN-160119-115638001Lincolnshire Down's Syndrome Support Group, annual New Year Party at The Venue, Navenby. Panto cast performing. EMN-160119-115638001
Lincolnshire Down's Syndrome Support Group, annual New Year Party at The Venue, Navenby. Panto cast performing. EMN-160119-115638001

The group tries to reach out to new parents who have had a baby with Down’s Syndrome.

Pictured right are Simon Linforth and Elsie Linforth, aged four, of Caythorpe.

Far right you can see the pantomime cast in action.

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