Jamie concert a huge success

FUNDRAISING: Michelle Heaton, Jodie and Kenny with Princess Belle and Spongebob. Picture: Chris Sunderland

A SPECIAL concert to mark the first anniversary of Jamie Heaton’s death and raise money for his memorial fund was a big success.

The toddler was killed in the tragic Buckley Street gas explosion which destroyed his and several other homes last June 26.

Jamie’s parents Michelle and Kenny and their friends are trying to raise £50,000 to provide playground equipment at Bullcote park, where the youngster took his first steps.

Saturday’s eventat Royton Cricket Club had live music, a barbecue and many other attractions, including a special DJ set from Clint Boon and a headline performance from this year’s X-Factor hopeful Anthony Horricks.

Kenny Heaton said: “It has taken a lot of organising and we are all shattered from working so hard but it will be worth it.”

Michelle’s aunt Sylvia Robinson said: “We think between 3,000-5,000 people turned up, which is fantastic.” The event raised around £7,000.