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  • In Person
    • Date:
    • Time: 18:45 - 23:00
    • Location: Royal Lancaster London
    • Admission fee: From £170

    FOOTSTEPS TO FREEDOM BALL

    40 years of action for wild animals

    Join Born Free, our Patrons and friends as we mark Born Free’s 40th anniversary with a fabulous evening of inspirational stories, fine dining, thrilling entertainment, and dancing, at our Black Tie Gala Ball.

    Book Your Tickets Now


    Footsteps to Freedom
    will be the launch event of Born Free’s special year and we are delighted to announce that our exclusive, black-tie gala will be hosted by Born Free’s long-standing friend and animal champion, Amanda Holden – actor, broadcaster, and star of Britain’s Got Talent. An array of distinguished guests and friends will also include our beloved Founder Patron, Dame Joanna Lumley.

    The evening will include:
    • A Warm Welcome: A welcome aperitif upon arrival and a warm, personal welcome from Will Travers OBE, the Born Free team and our Patrons, as you and other guests mingle in the beautiful surroundings of The Royal Lancaster
    • Dinner: Three courses of fine dining, including wine, with coffee and petit fours to finish
    • Inspiration & Entertainment: Incredible live performances, inspirational guest speakers, and stories of courage and tenacity make for an unforgettable atmosphere
    • Live Auction: Hosted by Born Free Patron, TV auctioneer James Lewis, bid for exclusive items and unrepeatable experiences, with all proceeds going directly to our charity
    • Silent Auction: Discover unique and treasured items that could be yours
    • Dancing: Conclude the night on the dance floor with our live band
    Ticket prices and booking information*:

    There will be three types of ticket available for the event:

    • SOLD OUT: Lion Table (exclusive front row table, meet and greet with celebrity host, professional photography of your group, upgraded drinks package plus much more) – £5,000 for a table of 10
    • SOLD OUT: Elephant Table (central table location) – £2,500 for a table of 10
    • SOLD OUT: Giraffe Table/individual tickets – £1,700 for a table of 10 or £170 for individual tickets

    Full details of what each ticket type includes can be found further down the page.

    A special rate is also available for attendees wishing to book a hotel room at the Royal Lancaster London for this event – please use the dedicated booking link below.

    Footsteps to Freedom Ball – Royal Lancaster London Room Booking

    Corporate sponsorship of the Ball is still available – please see the brochure below for more information.

    Corporate Sponsorship Brochure

    *Please note we will not be printing tickets. Confirmation of your tickets will be sent to you when you purchase them online and your names will be added to our guest list.

    Footsteps to Freedom captures the very essence of what we strive to achieve at Born Free. Our mission: to keep wildlife in the wild. This event will be more than a treasured memory – it will represent a milestone on our journey of compassion, a journey that never ends.

    Dame Virginia McKenna DBE

    FULL TICKETING INFORMATION

    Three types of ticket are available for the event: Lion, Elephant and Giraffe. Lion and Elephant tickets will only be bookable as full tables of 10; Giraffe tickets can be booked as a table of 10, or as individual tickets.
    • Exclusive front row table
    • Meet and greet with Will Travers OBE and celebrity host
    • Professional photography of your table and guests, including photo opportunities with celebrity host
    • Interaction with acts/performances
    • Born Free goody bag per person
    • Signed Gala programme by Dame Virginia McKenna
    • Upgraded drinks package
    • Can only be booked as a table of 10
    • Welcome reception with drink on arrival
    • 3 course evening meal, coffee/tea and petit fours
    • ½ bottle of wine and water
    • Live entertainment
    • Celebrity host
    • Live auction with auctioneer and Born Free Patron, James Lewis
    • £5,000 for a table of 10
    • Central table location
    • Born Free Gift
    • Can only be booked as a table of 10
    • Welcome reception with drink on arrival
    • 3 course evening meal, coffee/tea and petit fours
    • ½ bottle of wine and water
    • Live entertainment
    • Celebrity host
    • Live auction with auctioneer and Born Free Patron, James Lewis
    • £2,500 for a table of 10
    • Can be booked individually or as a table of 10
    • Welcome reception with drink on arrival
    • 3 course evening meal, coffee/tea and petit fours
    • ½ bottle of wine and water
    • Live entertainment
    • Celebrity host
    • Live auction with auctioneer and Born Free Patron, James Lewis
    • £1,700 for a table of 10, or £170 for individual tickets

    Please book your tickets now, using the booking form below.

    If you have any questions, please email joanne@bornfree.org.uk.