WHETSTONE: Lawsons were founded in 1921 by the great grandfather of current chairman, Simon Lawson, and will be celebrating its 90th Anniversary Year by holding a 'Charity Fun Day' in each of its 13 branches on Friday 8 July 2011.

The company will be running a series of fundraising events on the day and selling various charity branded products and merchandise all in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support.

Events include:

  • Darts competition
  • Guess the mileage / food eating challenge
  • Throwing wet sponges at directors (in stocks)
  • Barbeque
  • Managing director concert (at Whetstone branch)