29-06-2025
Charities praise ‘incredible boost' as Peter Kay and Sara Cox reunite for fundraiser
One of the charities set to benefit from a sold-out Q&A event involving two of Bolton's stars says the "incredible boost" could not come at a better time.
Comedy icon Peter Kay is set to appear in two very special sold-out live events, In Conversation with Sara Cox at Salford's prestigious Lowry Lyric Theatre on Sunday, September 14.
Tickets for the event sold out in record time last weekend.
The Boltonians will sit down to reflect on Peter's remarkable life and career, including the release of his much-anticipated new memoir, 'Peter Kay's Diary", due to be released later this year.
As part of the conversation, they will also share and discuss the songs that have shaped Peter's journey – from growing up in Bolton to becoming one of the UK's most beloved entertainers.
Proceeds from the events will go towards Bolton Hospice and Crescent Food Bank Bolton, which both provide vital care services across the borough.
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A spokesperson for Crescent Food Bank said: 'We are immensely grateful that profits from the upcoming event featuring Peter Kay in conversation with Sara Cox at The Lowry will support our ongoing work in Bolton.
'In 2024 alone, Crescent Food Bank has provided over 169,365 meals a dramatic 24 per cent increase from the previous year, as we continue to work closely with our welfare partners and many schools across the borough to support the most vulnerable families.
'This reflects the growing crisis within our community, and once again, we are seeing a substantial rise in demand for our services.
'Thanks to the generosity of Peter, Sara and everyone attending, these donations will enable us to provide fresh produce, essential food items, and hygiene products to those in crisis across Bolton.
'We work closely with the charity Fareshare in Manchester to redistribute excess fresh produce, preventing it from going to landfill.
'This incredible boost couldn't come at a better time as we prepare for a busy autumn.
"We sincerely thank Peter Kay, Sara Cox and everyone involved for making a meaningful difference to vulnerable families across Bolton.'
Peter began his career in 1996 and made his name on TV shows such as Phoenix Nights, That Peter Kay Thing and Max and Paddy's Road To Nowhere.
His current tour is still going with extra dates having been added on several occasions due to demand.
It started in 2022 and has dates scheduled until next year.
A Bolton Hospice spokesperson said: 'We were thrilled that Peter Kay announced two very special live events, 'In Conversation with Sara Cox', with all profits to be donated to Bolton Hospice and Crescent Foodbank Bolton.
'Tickets sold out so quickly, it's fantastic that such a popular event is raising funds to help us be there for families when they need it most.'
