National charity Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution (RABI) is hosting the RABI Ball at Sandburn Hall, in Flaxton, on Saturday, March 29, to support the organisation’s work across the region.
Sponsored by H&H Insurance Brokers, which has an office in Northallerton and works across North Yorkshire, the black-tie event includes live music, a three-course meal and wine on the table.
Committee member, Sue Baird, said: “As the farmers’ charity for the UK, it is our aim to provide support, whether financial or emotional, to as many farmers going through hardship as possible, and we want to spread the message far and wide that we are here for them.
“The RABI Ball has been held in other parts of the country to great success, and we’re excited to be bringing an event like this to North Yorkshire.
“By hosting the ball, we want to raise vital funds and awareness of the work the charity does, while also allowing the local community to get together and have a great evening at the same time.”
The RABI Ball is being sponsored by H&H Insurance Brokers, which arranges a broad portfolio of insurance in sectors including agriculture, business, tourism and hospitality. The business operates across the North of England, the Scottish Borders and Wales.
Corinne Cooper, who leads H&H Insurance Brokers’ operations in North Yorkshire, is a committee member at North Yorkshire’s RABI branch, and is fully supportive of the work the charity does across the region.
She said: “As a company working across rural and agricultural communities, H&H Insurance Brokers is sensitive to the difficult times some farmers experience from time to time.
“I’m an advocate in encouraging farmers and their families to talk about any issues they have and to seek support, and I am passionate about supporting people to improve their mental wellbeing.
“The amazing work RABI does nationally is a great resource for farmers who need its support services, and we at H&H Insurance Brokers are really proud to be associated with the charity and the upcoming RABI Ball.”
Tickets for the RABI Ball are available from [email protected] by March 15.