A Nottinghamshire based hotel situated right in the heart of Robin Hood Country, is hoping to raise money for the National Autistic Society thanks to a Charity Dinner Dance they'll be hosting later in the month with the help of some local businesses.

Taking place on Thursday, 29th September, the Clumber Park Hotel and Spa are encouraging as many people as possible to come and lend their support to a cause that's extremely close to the General Manager's heart indeed. 

"My son was diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome earlier this year and so supporting and helping the National Autistic Society is something that's extremely important to me," explains James Hemming, General Manager of the hotel.

"I'm trekking to Everest Base Camp on 3rd October to help raise money for the society and so the hotel hosting a black-tie Charity Dinner Dance a few days before I'm due to leave, seemed like the perfect way to kick things off and give people the opportunity to support the charity too," he says.

Local businesses such as Atkinson Auto-tec from Worksop, DN22 Gardening from North Leverton and Nottingham based outdoor activity company The Adrenalin Jungle have already pledged their help by donating prizes to the silent auction and raffle which will take place on the night.

Tickets to the Charity Dinner Dance are £30 each and include a 5 course dinner, casino tables, swing music from a live band, a disco and a photographer on hand to capture the night's activities. 

Prizes up for grabs during the silent auction and raffle include:

‧ Signed Lee Westwood memorabilia

‧ One weeks' holiday at Tregenna Castle in St. Ives

‧ 1966 goal scorers' signed and framed collage

‧ Meal for two at the Michelin starred Auberge du Lac Restaurant

‧ Private catering for 8 with a chef at your home.

‧ Paintballing for 4, lunch, games & refreshments at The Adrenalin Jungle

‧ Four luxury day spas at the Clumber Park Hotel's New Leaf Spa

‧ Overnight stays at two of London's top hotels - Bermondsey Square and 10 Manchester Street

‧ Ben Sherman signature items

‧ Three Elemis gift packs

And for those who want to show their support but can't make it on the night, bids can be made via email or post prior to the event by contacting James at the hotel.

"I'd like to encourage as many people as possible to attend the Charity Dinner Dance - we've got some great entertainment lined up and there are some amazing prizes available in the auction and raffle," James continues.

"It's sure to be a fun evening and the perfect antidote to the dark Autumn nights looming just around the corner. More importantly though, it'll raise money for a fantastic charity so whilst people are enjoying themselves playing roulette or toasting their glass, they can be doing it knowing they're supporting a very worthy cause at the same time."

Tickets for the Charity Dinner Dance are £30 each or £250 for a table of 10. VIP tickets are also available at £65 each and include: half a bottle of champagne and half a bottle of wine per person, priority seating & overnight accommodation. A VIP table of 10 is £550.

For further information please telephone 01623 835333.