'Zenith the Menace' boat crew raise £1,500 for Martins House Children's Trust

A crew of 11 from Zenith Chambers swapped their traditional barristers wigs for purple ones when they dressed up to particiapte in a Dragon Boat Race in aid of Martins House Children's Hospice on Sunday 22nd May 2011.

Over 48 teams gathered on the lake at Roundhay Park, Leeds for the annual event, which is now in its' fourth year. It was a colourful and lively event, with many of the competitors participating in fancy dress. Local law firms Eversheds, Blacks, Keeble Hawson and Jones Myers also competed. Despite coming either first or second in all of our heats, the 'Zenith the Menace' crew finished 27th out of 48 teams.

The fundraising efforts resulted in over £30,000 being raised for the hospice whcih provides care for children with life-threatening illnesses and life-limiting illnesses.

As part of Zenith Chambers 10 year anniversary celebrations, we are particpting ina number of events throughout the year for raise £10,000 for a variety of good causes.