Jan Fairclough Ball raises over £57,000 for the Home from Home appeal

The Walton Centre Charity held its 13th annual Jan Fairclough Ball at the Titanic Hotel in Liverpool on Friday 15 November and once again, it was an outstanding success. Spearheaded once again by our patron, David Fairclough and family, and sponsored by our valued supporters AB Engineering, Home Bargains, and the Carpenters Group, the evening raised an impressive £57,000 with every penny going towards our Home from Home Relatives' Accommodation.

The Home from Home is relative accommodation, dedicated to creating comfortable and welcoming spaces for the families of patients receiving critical care at The Walton Centre. These spaces provide a vital sanctuary where loved ones can stay close, offering support and reassurance at what can often be a difficult and emotional time. To learn more about this crucial facility, visit our dedicated page.

Guests were treated to an unforgettable evening of glitz and glamour, hosted by the award-winning broadcaster Steve Hothersall. The Titanic Hotel provided the perfect backdrop for the evening, where attendees enjoyed a delicious three-course meal and the chance to participate in both an online and live auction.  Guests were also able to take part in a diamond raffle to win a stunning pendant donated by Boodles.

The online auction featured a range of sought-after items, including signed sporting memorabilia, exclusive experiences, stunning artwork, and luxury beauty packages. Meanwhile, the live auction saw heated bidding for extraordinary prizes such as hospitality packages at Goodison Park and Anfield, Oasis tickets for their Heaton Park show, and a luxury weekend stay for ten at Longtail Cottage, complete with a private chef.

Our Head of Fundraising, Madeleine Fletcher, had this to say about the evening: "Thank you to everyone who made the Jan Fairclough Ball a success again this year. To the Fairclough family for their fantastic commitment to fundraising for The Walton Centre; our corporate partners A&B Engineering, Carpenters Group and Home Bargains – their support ensures we can maximise what is raised on the night.  Thank you also to Boodles for providing the extra sparkle!

"And, of course, thank you to all our guests who attended and contributed to the success of the evening - we are continually humbled by the generosity shown, and we never take it for granted.

"We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who attended, donated, and supported this year’s Jan Fairclough Ball. Your contributions are helping to make a real difference for patients and their families at The Walton Centre. Thank you for being part of this unforgettable night."