Lorraine Kelly to Host 20th Anniversary Dinner Dance at Dunblane Centre
TV favourite Lorraine Kelly is set to host the Dunblane Centre’s 20th-anniversary dinner dance on Saturday, November 9. The event will feature a reception drink, a three-course meal by Wilde Thyme, music by ‘Dogs Dinner’, a cash bar, and more. Tickets for the event are priced at £90 per person or £850 for a table of 10 guests. The dress code is “dress to impress” and there will be a silent auction. The deadline to purchase tickets is Friday, November 1.
The Dunblane Centre is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a series of events, including the upcoming Christmas Craft Fayre on Sunday. The fayre will showcase over 50 stalls featuring local makers, artists, and writers, with hot drinks and snacks available for purchase. Entry to the fayre is free, with donations welcome.
Lorraine Kelly was named as the newest patron of the Dunblane Centre earlier this year, joining other patrons Dr Mick North, Lord Robertson, and Lord Forsyth. Kelly has been a long-time supporter of the centre, forming strong bonds with the community after reporting on the tragedy in Dunblane in 1996.
Sue Lockwood, chair of the Dunblane Centre, expressed gratitude for Kelly’s ongoing support and highlighted the centre’s role as a tribute to the community. The centre, built with donations following the 1996 tragedy, continues to serve the community with various programs and activities.
Reflecting on her patronage, Lorraine Kelly stated, “I’m so honoured to be asked to be a patron for the Dunblane Centre. It’s such a brilliant place for the whole community, and it’s been so heartening to see something so positive come from unimaginable tragedy.”
As the Dunblane Centre marks two decades of service, the team looks forward to embracing new opportunities with Kelly as part of their dedicated group. Tickets for the anniversary dinner dance can be purchased on the Dunblane Centre’s website, with limited availability.
The Dunblane Centre’s anniversary celebrations not only commemorate its 20-year journey but also symbolize resilience, community support, and the spirit of unity that continues to thrive in Dunblane.
Insights and Summary:
The Dunblane Centre’s 20th-anniversary dinner dance, hosted by Lorraine Kelly, highlights the community’s resilience and unity following a tragic event. The centre’s ongoing commitment to serving the community for two decades exemplifies the power of turning tragedy into positive change. The support from patrons like Lorraine Kelly underscores the importance of community connections and collaborative efforts in overcoming challenges and building a brighter future.