Age UK Northumberland's Smash Hits Daytime Ball returns on 10 September 2027 after October's party at Gosforth Park. Tickets £70 or £95, early bird to 31 Dec.

Age UK Northumberland’s Ultimate Smash Hits Daytime Ball will be back on Friday 10 September 2027, the charity has confirmed, after this year’s party at the Grand Hotel Gosforth Park raised money for its services for people aged 50 and over across the county.

The first ball was held on Thursday 8 October. Guests had a four-course meal and an afternoon of entertainment: live music from the six-piece band Hip Operation, a three-channel silent disco from The Silent Disco Company, and Bonkers Boogie Bingo, hosted by Randy Mandy.

Money was raised on the day through a raffle, a live auction, Heads or Tails and Open the Box. The charity has not said how much the afternoon made.

Tickets for 2027

Next year’s ball runs from 12pm to 7pm at the same hotel. According to the Eventbrite listing, checked on 3 November 2026, tickets are:

  • £95 per person with a drinks package
  • £70 per person without

Early bird prices are available until 31 December 2026, and to qualify every ticket and table has to be paid for in full by that date. Early bird rates and table bookings go through the charity’s events team at events@ageuk-northumberland.org.uk. The listing says every penny of profit goes to Age UK Northumberland’s work.

What the charity said

Amy Whyte, Chief Executive of Age UK Northumberland, said:

“What a fantastic day! The Ultimate Smash Hits Daytime Ball was a wonderful celebration of music, laughter and community, and it was brilliant to see so many people come together to support Age UK Northumberland.

“We know how important our services are to older people across Northumberland, whether that’s helping someone access the benefits they’re entitled to, supporting someone who may be feeling lonely, or providing a friendly voice when it’s needed most. Events like this help us continue delivering that vital support and make a real difference to people’s lives.

“I’d like to say a huge thank you to our headline sponsors, SOS Group Ltd and Trust Red, the Grand Hotel Gosforth Park, our incredible entertainers, prize donors, supporters and, of course, everyone who joined us on the day.

“It’s a wonderful reminder of what we can achieve when we come together for a good cause. And if there’s one thing we’ve learned, it’s that you’re never too old to enjoy a good dance and a brilliant party!”

The headline sponsors were SOS Group Ltd and Trust Red. The charity also thanked the hotel, Freddie Douglas Events, its entertainers, prize donors and everyone who attended.

Where the money goes

Age UK Northumberland is an independent local charity and a brand partner of Age UK, based at The Round House in Ashington. It supports people aged 50 and over, and their families and carers, across Northumberland.

Its services include help claiming welfare benefits, support for people affected by scams, and friendship calls and social groups for people who are lonely.

To find out more, visit ageuk.org.uk/northumberland or call 01670 784 800.