GUESTS danced their way to raising £40,000 for a children’s hospice charity.
The sell-out event took place in East Dorset in aid of Julia’s House.
More than 160 people attended, including the charity’s patron, Martin Clunes. He conducted a charity auction which included two lots he had donated and collectively raised £2,250.
The charity’s corporate and events manager, Linda Schofield-Green, said she was thrilled by the amount raised, which was £8,000 up on the previous year and a record for a Julia’s House ball.
“It was such an amazing night. We had patrons, trustees, supporters, parents, staff and volunteers all playing their part and contributing to a wonderful family atmosphere. Martin and Debra were just superb.
"We are so grateful to them and to everyone for making the ball such an outstanding success. I cannot imagine how we are ever going to top that next year.”
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