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