Musician Mike Hurst holds sold-out concerts in Henley

The founding member of The Springfields hosted the concerts on September 7 and 8 at the Kenton Theatre, raising £23,590.29 for Parkinson's UK.

The fundraiser, titled 'Mike Hurst - With a Little Help from His Friends', featured a line-up including Shakin' Stevens, Cat Stevens, Sir Tim Rice, P.P. Arnold, Colin Blunstone, and Mike d'Abo.

P.P. Arnold (Image: Graham Flack) Mr Hurst, who has been living with Parkinson’s since February 2020, said: "I feel exhausted.

"It took six months of my life to put it together but really, words cannot explain how I feel.

"The most moving part was the total dedication and time given from all of the artists who took part.

"When I walked out for the opening number, the audience's welcome was so fantastic. Being on stage is always an adrenaline rush, but this was really special."

The events featured live performances and "heartfelt moments" as the guests joined Mr Hurst on stage to "celebrate music, friendship, and community".

Mike Hurst performing at the sold-out charity concert in Henley (Image: Graham Flack) Mr Hurst added: "Paul Mayhew Archer, who wrote The Vicar Of Dibley, was so funny he tore the place to pieces. Actually, the whole show felt like a 60s touring rock festival."

After surpassing his initial £15,000 goal, Mr Hurst is already considering plans for another fundraiser.

He said: "Everyone, and I mean everyone, wants to do another, but this time I will make it a larger venue.

"It means everything to me to give back what I have done in my career, and I was deeply touched by everyone's concern regarding my Parkinson’s.

Mike Hurst (right) with Shakin’ Stevens (Image: Graham Flack) "After the second show, I was leaning to the right, supported by two of my grandsons.

"It was totally different to anything I have experienced. I am used to critical acclaim, no immodesty intended. But this ranks at the top of my tree."

Sarah Jones, community fundraiser for Thames Valley at Parkinson’s UK, said: "We are so grateful to Mike, Bryony, and everyone involved for taking on this wonderful fundraiser for Parkinson’s UK.

"Thanks to the generosity of everyone who attended, volunteered, and performed, we can continue our work to support people with Parkinson’s and fund vital research."

Cat Stevens performing at the concert (Image: Graham Flack) All proceeds from the event will go directly to Parkinson's UK, supporting those living with Parkinson’s and funding research into better treatments and, ultimately, a cure.

Parkinson’s UK’s Henley branch arranges a monthly meeting for people with Parkinson’s, friends, family, and carers and provides information, advice, support, and friendship.

The group meets at the Christ Church Centre from 10.30am to 12.30pm every fourth Wednesday of the month.