Despite the unmistakably fun and celebratory atmosphere, at the core of the evening was a serious message. Guests heard the story of Yorkshire Children’s Charity beneficiary Linda, who was recently given new winter coats and shoes for her two young granddaughters of whom she has full custody.

The cost-of-living crisis is hitting families hard across our region and Linda’s story highlighted just how much many parents and carers are sacrificing to make ends meet, while struggling to even afford the everyday essentials that so many of us take for granted.

Guests dug deep in support of the charity, raising an amazing £75,588.02 over the course of the evening, every penny of which will support Yorkshire’s most disadvantaged children this winter.