The Duke of York’s annual Barry Cass Memorial Bash saw many enjoying a merry evening in the pub’s outdoor garden on 27th September.
The annual event, a favourite among Cowes Week enthusiasts and locals, featured beloved local band, Brando, who took the stage to celebrate Barry’s life and to support Cowes RNLI Station.
Tickets were billed at £10, and all proceeds from the event went to Cowes RNLI Station, reaching a grand total of £3,805.27.
Cass: Barry’s Bash is always a great success
Sally Cass, owner of The Duke of York, said,
“Barry and I have been closely involved in the Cowes RNLI station from the beginning.
“We used to support the independent lifeboat, and when the RNLI training college was located in Cowes, trainees would stay with us at the Duke of York.
“Barry’s Bash is always a great success and a wonderful way to remember him.
“I speak for the whole family when I say we were proud to raise this money to support Cowes RNLI station – if it wasn’t for the RNLI, we wouldn’t be where we are today.”
Sally and the Cass family intend to continue their popular event, with another installment already in the works.
News shared by Sofia on behalf of Cowes RNLI. Ed
