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Diverse Abilities Gala Ball Returns to Poole This November

Diverse Abilities is preparing to welcome guests to its annual Gala Ball at Lighthouse Poole on Saturday 21 November, with an evening of dinner, entertainment and fundraising supporting children and adults across Dorset.

Diverse Abilities, Dorset’s disability charity, is back at Poole’s Lighthouse for its popular Gala Ball this November.

There’s limited tickets available for the charity’s Gala Ball, which will be held on Saturday November 21. Tickets are available to purchase for both groups and individuals, with funds raised helping the 2,000 children and adults supported by the charity across Dorset every year.

The evening will begin with a sparkling drinks reception before guests take their seats for a three-course dinner, live entertainment, fundraising activities, and the chance to win an exquisite diamond necklace.

Kindly sponsored by Franses Jewellers, the Gala Ball has become one of the charity's most anticipated annual events. Additional support comes from Colten Care, Dorset Digital Print, and Forelle Estates, helping to create a truly memorable evening while ensuring fundraising efforts can make an even greater impact.

Mariana Swain, events executive at Diverse Abilities, commented: “The Gala Ball is the highlight of our year, bringing together supporters, businesses and friends of the charity for a fantastic evening raising funds for Diverse Abilities. Every ticket purchased helps us continue making every day better for the children and adults we support across Dorset. We can’t wait to welcome everyone for a very special night.”

“A big thank you goes to our generous sponsors as we would not be able to host this event without their support. We’re so grateful for the support of Franses Jewellers, Colten Care, Forelle Estates and Dorset Digital Print.”

The evening also includes other surprise entertainment, a live auction, and the opportunity to win great prizes throughout the night.

Visit diveseabilities.org.uk/gala to find out more and book online or call 01202 711502.

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Diverse Abilities 2026 Events

Date: Various

Event Information: Diverse Abilities is Dorset's disability charity, supporting both children and adults with physical and learning disabilities, as well as providing advice and support to their families.

They run various events throughout the year that help raise money for the disability charity. You can view all their upcoming events below:

July 8th - Golf Day. "Who doesn’t want a day out in the fresh air on the course? Bring your team of 4 and we’ll see you on the green…"

August 11th - Treehouse Theatre. "Treehouse Theatre Group is bringing its colourful, interactive, and family-friendly panto to The Treehouse!"

September 1st - Block Printing. "Led by Sunny Bunny Crafts, this Craft Club will teach you all you need to know about Indian Printing Blocks."

September 20th - Cardboard Camp Out. "Brave a night outside and raise funds to prevent housing crisis amongst families with disabilities."

October 13th - Seaglass Art. "Time to get artistic with seaglass - a workshop led by Sunny Bunny Crafts."

November 21st - Gala Ball. "It’s time to grab your finest party wear and join us for a glittering night of entertainment."

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