The auction of prizes donated by the community alone raised £900 all in support of the RBL
The Portreeve's Poppy Ball on Friday 12th November 2021 attracted a full house and was enjoyed by all - even taking into consideration the Covid safety measures in place.
Martyn Brooks coaxed bidders into parting with £900 in support of the RBL
Entertainment included a raffle, whisky roll and an auction for prizes donated by local businesses and supporters. Martyn Brooks, Chairman of the Ashburton RBL, ran the auction and coaxed bidders into parting with £900.
Following a substantial buffet dinner, guests danced to a live band - The Hybrid5 cover band.
The Portreeve, John Nutley (1199-1200), thanked the organisers and catering team for all their hard work and the guests for their generous support on the evening.
Overall the event raised around £4,000 for the RBL, including £900 from the auction and £1500 at the bar.