RESIDENTS from three communities for learning disabled adults have enjoyed a luxury ball thanks to donations from local businesses.

Almost two hundred residents and staff of three Camphill Village Trust (CVT) communities enjoyed a night to remember at the first CVT Ball at Gisborough Hall.

Entertainment by local singer Beth Coates followed a formal dinner and then guests took to the floor to tunes provided by DJ Simon Ereira. Other attractions included a Candy Cart and a fancy dress photo booth delivering instant snaps.

Amanda Walker, from North East CVT communities and one of the organisers, thanked the many people who had made contributions including flowers, suits and ball gowns to make the event possible.

“Residents from the Croft in Malton, Larchfield in Hemlington, and Botton in the North York Moors, said they wanted to have a ball to celebrate their lives together,” she said.

“It’s been a real privilege to be part of the preparations and then see people enjoying themselves so much.”

Contributors included Simon Ereira from Ultimate Disco Solutions; Jacky and Paul from Darlington Vintage Wedding Company; and singer Beth Coates.

Residents helped choose the venue and select the entertainment.

Mark Davy, a resident at the Croft Community in Malton, said the ball had been a great success.

He said: “I did a speech about the ball, welcoming everyone from all three communities, Botton, The Croft and Larchfield. We had chicken with vegetables and potato, followed by a baked vanilla cheesecake.”