The 76th Snowball

2nd December, 2023

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The Snowball is held every year with the aim of raising a collection of toys for needy children in the Yorkshire area. We have also been able to donate funds to a number of children's charities; most recently supporting Stockeld Park RDA and Lineham Farm. 

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Other fantastic causes include Springwater School in Starbeck, the Aireborough Supported Activities Scheme, the children's ward at Leeds General Infirmary, Throstle Nest Riding for the Disabled, Digibete and Martin House. To find out more about the charities we have supported click here.
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We're delighted to announce that the 76th Snowball 2023 will be hosted again at the Old Swan, Swan Road, Harrogate. The event will be taking place on Saturday 2nd December. The Old Swan is one of the most famous hotels in Harrogate, with a history going back nearly 200 years. It is surrounded by pretty lawns and gardens, and is just a short walk from the town centre, which combines Victorian splendour with contemporary luxury. Now is the time to get your tickets.

 

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What's Happening this year?

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After a fantastic reunion last year, we can’t wait to welcome you back to the Old Swan on Saturday 2nd December and the cost of the tickets remain at £65 per person. There will be a welcome glass of Prosecco on arrival,  followed by a 3 course meal and dancing to kick start the festive season in style. 

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Menu

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SMOKED MACKEREL RILLETTE

Lemon, capers and dill crostini (GFO)

 

ROAST PARSNIP AND HONEY SOUP

Parsnip crisp and fresh apple (GFO)

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PAN ROASTED CHICKEN SUPREME

Creamed leeks, dauphinoise potato, cranberry jus (GF)

 

PLANT BASED VEGETABLE AND FETA CHEESE CRACKER

With ratatouille (GF)

 

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CHOCOLATE AND ORANGE TART 

With a cinnamon crème anglicise 

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OR, IF REQUIRED,

POACHED PEAR 

mulled wine syrup (GF)

 

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TEA OR COFFEE AND MINCE PIES

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The Music

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We are delighted to welcome the 8 piece band Func on the Rocks who will be our main entertainment for the evening…

 

”Throw in a shot of Soul, a dash of Funk and a large measure of Motown all topped with a splash of Pop, Func on the Rocks will rock you all night long.”

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A Gift for a Child

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Guests are asked to bring new unwrapped toys for disadvantaged children. These gifts are impressively piled up on a sleigh upon arrival, and given to the NSPCC to bring Christmas smiles to as many families as possible! 

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Dress Code

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Black tie

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