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Bristol Bears players take part in annual Giving Back Day

By Martin Booth  Friday Dec 6, 2024

More than 50 players from the Bristol Bears men’s and women’s teams spread some Christmas cheer across the city as part of the club’s annual Giving Back Day.

Newly arrived Ilona Maher was among the players who visited Southmead Hospital.

Other squad members visited care homes, homeless shelters, schools and other community organisations throughout Thursday.

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Jake Woolmore, Harry Thacker and Deago Bailey visited the Children’s Hospital – photo: Bristol Bears

Bears second row James Dun said: “We’re aware of the impact we can have in the city and Giving Back Day gives players and staff the opportunity to contribute to causes close to their hearts.”

Jake Heenan was one of more than 50 men’s and women’s players who took part in Giving Back Day – photo: Bristol Bears

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