Black tie charity ball in aid of Brain Tumour Research.
We are absolutely thrilled to announce that, thanks to the incredible generosity and support from so many of you, we have raised just over £13,000 for Brain Tumour Research!
To everyone who attended the ball (and made the raffle and auction so much fun!), those who donated and all who kindly provided the wonderful prizes — we truly couldn’t have done this without you. Special thanks also to Roma, Gemma, Neil and Heather for taking on the Windermere Lap and to our generous friends and family for adding to the total!
All together, this amazing sum will help fund almost five days of vital research — bringing us closer to better treatments and, one day, a cure.
For a full list of our generous prize donors and supporters, please do look at our sponsor and contributor pages on this website.
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for standing with us in this important cause
Why the Mad Hatter’s?
The Brain Tumour Research Charity has become synonymous with hats and hatting. A bespoke pink silk top hat has been their emblem and is an instantly recognisable part of Wear A Hat Day every year. Wearing a hat reminds us of those who have been personally affected by this devastating disease and helps spread awareness of our cause. Here in Lincoln are we a little bit mad? perhaps we are, so we present our Mad Hatter’s Ball.
The greatest party band Lincolnshire has ever seen...
Over ten years in the making, countless shows, trial and error, painstaking practice, and lots of sheer hard work to bring you the show we have today. All live music, exciting lighting shows, no backing tracks, performance consistency, total professionalism. Are we the greatest party band Lincolnshire has ever seen? It seems a lot of you think so!
The International Bomber Command Centre
The IBCC is a world-class facility to serve as a point for recognition, remembrance and reconciliation for Bomber Command. Providing the most comprehensive record of the Command in the world, the IBCC ensures that generations to come can learn of their vital role in protecting the freedom we enjoy today.
We are thrilled to announce that every guest will have the opportunity to win a luxurious Pamper Hamper kindly sponsored by Jessica Purdie Ltd This exclusive prize is packed with indulgent treats to help you relax, unwind and feel truly pampered. Each guest ticket has a unique number and will be entered into the draw, which will be drawn out of the hat by Jessica. Jessica Purdie Ltd offers luxury occasional wear alterations and clothing commissions, specialising in bridal wear and red carpet looks, blending elegance, sophistication and a hint of cheekiness to designer gowns. The company was launched in June 2024 by Jessica Purdie as a sister brand of Prikli Pear, taking the alterations and commissions service from Prikli Pear into its new home that provides a space for moments that matter.
Neil’s story
Neil’s mantra was very much ‘work hard play hard’ – something which he carried with him throughout his adult life. His tenacity saw him rise through the ranks in both of his chosen careers but never at the expense of his family or friends. He liked nothing better than a get together in the local pub on a Friday night for a laugh and a few drinks. This is Neil's story. .
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Brain Tumour Research
Brain tumours kill more children and adults under the age of 40 than any other cancer, yet historically just 1% of the national spend on cancer research has been allocated to this devastating disease.
Brain Tumour Research is determined to change this.
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Our Sponsors
We have many sponsorship opportunities for companies and individuals such as, table sponsorship, entertainment, event brochure and more.
We would like to thank the organisations and businesses who have very generously provided sponsorship. We have included links to their website, where available, so please do visit their website and see what they offer.
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Contributors
We are looking for items for raffle prizes and the auction, we have put together a list of some useful ideas but we are most appreciative of anything you could provide.
We would like to thank the organisations and businesses who have very generously provided the prizes for the raffle and auction. We have included links to their websites, where available, so please do visit and see what they offer
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Thank you to our sponsors below
Thank you to our contributors below
Can't make it to the ball?
We understand that not everyone wants to attend a ball or maybe you cannot attend due to your other commitments so we have set up a JustGiving page if you would like to donate.
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