Our amazing Stephen and Christina, at the Lancashire Bruja, have once again done an amazing job this Christmas, raising much-needed funds for local charities — and VíllaMía's owner, Michelle Hughes, was more than happy to get involved.
Firstly, Michelle and her son Ethan joined the Pub in the Park teams for the Elf Run 2025, raising an impressive €1,443.26 (so far!). This money goes to the Special Needs School in Denia.
The Elves' Bucket alone collected €912.05, with Pub in the Park team, Tipsy Toes (Jason, Paula, Sarah, Tess, Lisa, and Michelle), coming out on top for the most funds raised. The second pub team (Kim, Gaz, Bee, Ethan and Laura) also did well with Kim and Gaz from Secure Storage donating an extra 100 euros. Our fancy dress-up expert Lee, made an excellent Grinch helping to boost funds with lots of photo opportunities.
Michelle, Ethan, and Jason from Pub in the Park are continuing the good work over the festive season, donning their wacky costumes for the New Year's Day Charity Swim on Thursday, 1st January 2026 at 13:00 at Arenal Beach. Our lovely rental clients, Michael and Emma Blythe are also once again brave enough to join in.
All "Sponsored Bar Swimmers" usually meet at the bar for a quick pre-swim tipple before heading down to the Christmas Tree on the beach around 12:00. Meanwhile, Steve and Chrissie, with their little helper elves, will be walking up and down the beach collecting loose change for the three charities chosen this year:
Every penny counts during this festive swim, so whether you're on the beach or cheering from afar, your support makes a real difference.
If you can't make it to the beach, Lancashire Bruja also has a charity jar in the bar, or you can visit Humpty Dumpty Papershop in Javea Park to donate.
To sponsor Michelle directly, pop into the VíllaMía office or WhatsApp 630724931. Donations can also be made via Bizum. So far, Martin Scott has donated €20, and the lovely Miranda Valentine from La Plaza Salon has contributed €10. After the swim Michelle will be joining in the New Year's Day party at Pub in the Park where there will be a prize draw, free food and guaranteed fun.
From all of us at VíllaMía, we wish everyone a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Pictured: Michelle, Sarah, Lee the Grinch and Paula outside Pub in the Park.
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