Best Parties Ever once again hosted this popular event, which was held at FIVE in Farnborough on Friday 4th and Saturday 5th December. The venue was transformed into an authentic Italian setting, complete with ancient stone foundations, impressive colonnades and the famed Bell Tower. A sumptuous three-course dinner was served amidst the palatial splendour of the silk drapes, gilded mirrors and Venetian chandeliers of the Doge’s Palace. Guests were entertained by aerialists, acrobats and silk artists during the meal, after which they enjoyed a charity casino, indoor dodgems, a disco, and a raffle and silent auction which both offered fantastic prizes.

Fundraising events such as these Christmas parties are incredibly important to local Hospice Care charity Phyllis Tuckwell, which provides supportive and end of life care for patients and families affected by cancer or other serious progressive illnesses, in West Surrey and North East Hampshire. Every day the charity supports over 250 patients and relatives in their own homes, in the community, at the Hospice in Farnham and at The Beacon Centre in Guildford, through a mix of medical care, nursing, therapies, counselling, social work and practical support. However, as the NHS/Government only covers 20% of its costs, it has to raise over £15,000 a day to be able to offer all of its services, free of charge, to patients and families.

“We are thrilled that both nights were such a success,” said Laura Moody, Events Fundraising Manager at Phyllis Tuckwell. “The money raised is still to be confirmed, but we hope it will be in excess of £34,000. It was amazing to see so many of our supporters join us to kick-start their festive season, and help us raise much needed funds. We are really grateful for their support!”

Phyllis Tuckwell would like to thank Best Parties Ever, for generously helping to hold an event of this scale, Paul Fitchett Images for his support, Premier Panel Skills for their sponsorship towards the Italian Masquerade evenings, and all the fantastic volunteers who helped each night.

Click here for Friday 4th December photos.
Click here for Saturday 5th December photos.

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For press enquiries and alternative pictures contact: Jen Barnes at Phyllis Tuckwell on 01252 729433 or email jen.barnes@pth.org.uk