National charity Willow has been selected by the Cross Sports Book Awards as its charity partner for the ceremony at Lord's Cricket Ground on Wednesday June 1. Willow is the only national charity working with seriously ill 16 to 40 year olds to fulfil uplifting and unforgettable Special Days.
On the night, guests will hear from Willow Life-President and former Arsenal and Scotland goalkeeper, Bob Wilson about the charity that he founded together with his wife Megs in 1999. Willow is a lasting memorial to their daughter, Anna, who died of cancer aged 31. Anna's love of life and the enriching experiences of her own Special Days were the charity's inspiration. Pledges made by guests at the Book Awards will raise valuable funds for the charity.
Among the celebrities invited to the awards, which will be hosted by Mike Wedderburn and Alison Mitchell, are Martin Johnson, Lawrence Dallaglio, Brian Moore, Sir Anthony McCoy, Nigel Mansell, Steve Davis and Max Mosley.