On 7 September, Tir Chonaill Park came alive for the 13th annual London Irish Vintage Charity Day, a much-loved event organised by the London Irish Vintage Club. Since it began in 2011, the day has gone from strength to strength, raising an incredible £1 million for charities across the UK and Ireland.

Kelly Group was proud to play its part in this year’s celebrations, hosting event sponsors, artists, and special guests in our lively hospitality area. It was a chance not only to enjoy great music, food, and company, but also to highlight the inspiring work of the supported charities.

The event was buzzing, with performances from Slim Attraction, Hungry Grass, and Irish country music star Derek Ryan keeping the crowds entertained all day. Away from the stage, we welcomed visitors to our 6-metre vintage bar, bustling beer garden, tempting food trucks, inflatable games, and a nostalgic photo opportunity with our very own 1983 CF 250 Bedford van. A special highlight was an exclusive private performance by Hungry Grass inside the Kelly Group Sponsors Bar, giving our guests a truly memorable experience.

A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to making this event such a memorable and enjoyable day for all involved. With hundreds of visitors, fantastic entertainment, and a shared commitment to raising funds for vital causes, the London Irish Vintage Charity Day 2025 was a resounding success.

View video recapping the event here:

Charities supported in this year's event:

St Luke’s Hospice provides free, expert end-of-life care for people in Harrow and Brent. Founded in 1987 by the local community, the hospice supports patients and families both at Kenton Grange and in their own homes, where two-thirds of care is delivered.

See their website for more information:

St Luke's Hospice

Stamp Out Suicide is a free counselling service for anyone in England, Scotland, and Wales experiencing suicidal thoughts. Offering ongoing telephone counselling, the service supports people through their darkest moments, recognising that suicide can affect anyone at any time.

See their website for more information:

Stamp Out Suicide

HCPT (Hosanna House and Children’s Pilgrimage Trust) offers life-changing pilgrimage holidays to Lourdes for disabled and disadvantaged children and adults. Every Easter, around 1,000 children enjoy a fun, safe week with the support of dedicated volunteers, while each summer over 1,500 people, many with disabilities or life-limiting conditions, visit HCPT’s Hosanna House in Bartrès.

See their website for more information:

HCPT

Air Ambulance Northern Ireland (AANI) provides lifesaving care by bringing hospital-level treatment straight to the scene of serious accidents and emergencies. Operating 12 hours a day, 365 days a year, the service is dispatched on average twice daily to incidents such as road traffic collisions, medical emergencies, and farm, workplace, or sporting accidents.

See their website for more information: