A charity golf day organised by Bellway Wales has raised more than £12,000 for Cancer Research UK.

A total of 24 teams of four participated in what has become an annual event, named the Hugh Thomas Memorial Golf Day in memory of a much-loved Bellway employee who died from cancer in 2022.

The day, which was held at Radyr Golf Club in Cardiff, was hosted by Daniel Shone, Head of Sales at Bellway Wales, and Rachel Singers, PA to Bellway Wales Managing Director Andy Backhouse. Approximately £4,000 was raised at the event, and this figure has been double-matched by Bellway to reach a total of £12,111.

Daniel said:

“It was a fantastic occasion which was enjoyed by everyone who took part. We would like to say a big thank you to all the players – from Bellway and from our suppliers – and to the wonderful staff at Radyr Golf Club who provided impeccable service throughout the day.

“This event was the third Hugh Thomas Memorial Day which made it a bittersweet experience for everyone who knew Hugh. It was sad to mark the fact that we have lost a much-loved and well-respected colleague, but it felt good to be taking part in something, in his name, which will help raise funds for a very worthy cause.

“At Bellway, we are very proud to support Cancer Research UK which continues to do incredible work to pioneer research into cancer treatments and to help people at the most difficult time of their lives.”

The golf tournament featured players from Bellway and its suppliers, beginning with a shotgun start and including a number of challenges including the longest drive, nearest-to-the-pin, straightest drive and beat the pro.

It was followed by a buffet and a presentation to the winners. A team from contractors QDL won the event to claim the Hugh Thomas Memorial Golf Trophy, while Galtec finished second and a quartet from Hugh James took third spot.

As part of the evening’s entertainment there was an auction where a variety of gifts were up for grabs including a four-person golf round at the Vale Resort in Cardiff, an outdoor furniture set, and an iPad.

Cancer Research UK has been Bellway’s nominated charity for the past eight years. The housebuilder has raised more than £3 million nationally for the cause since then and has set a £4 million fundraising target for the end of this year.