SIR – A massive thank you to the fair organisers Marshalls Amusements, who gave the LS29 Group free ride wristbands for children with special needs and their siblings on Sunday afternoon in Ilkley.

More than 60 children came along and were a complete joy to watch. It was wonderful gesture and made some very happy memories for families.

The LS29 group is all about children with special needs having good times together as a family and trying new activities in our community in an inclusive environment. Sunday afternoon was all of those things!

Particular thanks to Darren and Deana, a seventh generation Marshalls family, Andrew Stacey from the Ilkley Carnival Committee, and the ride operators, all of whom were welcoming and helpful.

The LS29 Group are honoured to be the main beneficiary of this year’s carnival. We are already seeing more interest from local families due to the publicity generated by Approach PR.

The funds raised will be used to create good family experiences, decrease isolation and build up the mutual support that parents of children with special needs find so vital.

As important as the funds though, is the feeling that our local community understands that raising a child with disabilities is fun, but also has more challenges for both parents and siblings. We are lucky to live in such an environment – thanks to everyone for your support.

Vicki Street, Nicola Scourfield, Rachael Edwards, Debbie Harris and Karen Goodman, Trustees of LS29 Group, ls29group.co.uk