The very successful 2023 Ball, held in February, had been eagerly awaited

Guests enjoyed a delicious banquet before dancing to Dark Blue

The Bond-themed evening included an opportunity to spin the roulette wheel in some unexpected, if unusually quiet, company

President Michael and guests

During the evening, a grand raffle and auction raised funds for the President’s nominated charity Sebastian’s Action Trust

artist Darren Baker (rt) with successful bidder Richard Syred

Renowned artist Darren Baker had generously donated a beautiful framed picture to auction, which prompted some very keen bidding