Our ‘A Night in Bloom’ ball is fast approaching, and the Friends of Pennthorpe Ball Committee is delighted to welcome you for a wonderful evening of glamour and generosity. Guests will enjoy a sparkling drinks reception, a delicious three-course dinner, and lively entertainment from a DJ, along with the excitement of a live auction and raffle. Most importantly, the event will raise vital funds for two worthy causes: the children’s hospice Chestnut Tree House and our school. Here is the important information you need to plan your evening.

Taxis and parking

Don’t forget to book your taxis. There will be parking available in the school car park for those wishing to drive. We ask please that you leave the drop off lanes free for taxis.  Please remember to be respectful of our neighbours when leaving at the end of the evening.

Pre-order your fizz and wine

Champagne, sparkling wine, and a selection of wines are now available to pre-order. Simply visit the Friends of Pennthorpe website and place your order by Thursday 13 March. Your chosen wines will be chilled and waiting for you at your table. There will be a cash/card bar during the evening selling: Firebird beer on tap, wine by the glass and bottle, a selection of spirits and a range of soft drinks.

Please note: there are some champagnes, sparkling wines and wines that are only available to pre-order and will not be available to purchase at the bar during the evening.

Cash for games during the evening

We will be running a couple of fun games during the evening. We will be playing Heads or Tails before dinner, which will be £5 per guest. There will also be the wonderfully fun Champagne Roll, where players will have the chance to win a Jeroboam of Nyetimber Classic Cuvee MV Brut Sparkling Wine.

Raffle

The raffle will be drawn at 10:00pm. We will be selling paper raffle tickets at the ball from 7:00pm up until 10:00pm, accepting cash/card payments.

(The raffle website closes the evening before, Friday 21 March.)

Timings

The evening starts at 7:00pm with a sparkling drinks reception, and carriages are at 12:30am.

Dress code

Black tie or evening dress.

Smoking/Vaping

Please be advised that smoking or vaping is prohibited anywhere on the premises. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

For further details about the evening, please visit the Friends of Pennthorpe website.