Footie, fun and music
Entertainment is a winner
Almost 2000 people attended the first Binos Live community festival on Sunday at Forthbank.
A combination of football and seven hours of music across two stages proved to be a winning combination.
A mascot race was won by Stirling Albion’s Bino Bear and youngsters had a chance to meet the Stirling Albion first team. Shows, stalls and a range of catering and drink outlets added to the spirit of the day.
The event, opened by Provost Christine Simpson, featured musical acts including Stirling Oasis tribute band Stop The Clocks, Benny Gallagher with The Spirit of Slim Chance, ABBA A-Rival tribute band and Elvis tribute artist Johnny Lee Memphis.
Stirling Albion, Scribbler’s Picnic and Prudential organised the non-profitmaking event the with sponsorship from Fairtrade Stirling, Bala Sport, ACL Hire and Party People.
Funds raised will be donated between cancer related charities and the Stirling Albion Junior Academy.
Stuart Brown, SAFC chairman, said: “What a fantastic day. Football, fun and music put together as a result of some unbelievable teamwork between Stirling Albion, Scribbler’s Picnic and our club sponsors Prudential, without whom the day just couldn’t have happened. Thanks to everyone who played their part.
Prudential chief executive officer for distribution John Warburton, said: “It was great to see so many different parts of our community come together for such a fantastic celebration of sport and music.”
Ted Christopher, from the Scribbler’s Picnic, said: “It’s been a tremendous family day and very successful. We welcomed many of the Scribbler’s Picnic’s loyal regulars and also some new faces. The crowd really enjoyed themselves despite the real mix of weather. and a big thank you to everyone who came along.”