Out Together, the charity which supports older LGBTQ+ people across West Yorkshire, is holding its fundraising All Out Together Ball.
This year’s event will be hosted by presenter and star of Married at First Sight UK, Matt Jameson, and broadcaster Christine Talbot.
Law firm Weightmans are the headline sponsor of the event, which will feature performances from international award-winning drag artist Chichi Monroe, and Nikk Mager who first found fame as a finalist of Popstars the Rivals and as a member of the band Phixx.
Out Together is building an inclusive intergenerational LGBTQ+ community across WestYorkshire to support its current older members through regular social events and activities. The charity is working to create a permanent framework to benefit future older generations, which the funds raised from the All Out Together Ball will support.
Matt Jameson, who is also the Operations Manager for Out Together, commented: “I am very proud to be part of Out Together’s mission to build a stronger LGBTQ+ community. The All Out Together Ball not only marks a highlight in our calendar it serves as a crucial fundraiser and beacon of hope and celebration, uniting our dedicated team, generous supporters, and partner organisations.
The All Out Together Ball is an opportunity to get your glad rags on – and this is the dress code for the night too.
The 2024 All Out Together Ball, will include performances from leading tribute artist Jenni Jaye as Madonna and Lady Gaga, vocalist
Deborah Taylor and an exclusive preview from the cast of ‘Call Me Dusty, a play with music which celebrates the life of Dusty Springfield, which is touring Yorkshire in early 2025.
Tickets are £50 – which is great value for a night of top entertainment, a disco and includes a drink on arrival and a three course meal.
There will be a raffle with prizes including a suite for a show at Leeds Arena, an indoor skydiving session sponsored by Sky and £500 of gifts from Amazon.
Thanks to our headline sponsors Weightmans, and other key sponsors – Evri, Leeds Arena, Reeve and Walker Morris - and to all contributors. Their generous support means that every penny from the sale of tickets and the raffle goes directly to supporting the work of Out Together.
“This is a night to show how supportive and inclusive West Yorkshire already is and to enable it to become an even stronger community that celebrates and fosters diversity and inclusion.”
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Tickets
Tickets cost £50 which includes, 3 course meal, drink upon arrival, entertainment and opportunity to win amazing prizes.
Access
There is a level, paved ramp from the disabled parking into the hotel where the main entrance has four steps up to a manual revolving door and a ramp leading to a wheelchair accessible side door. Assistance may be required for those wishing to use the wheelchair accessible side door.
There is a secondary accessible entrance from within the train station. This entrance allows covered access straight from the train station. This door is electronically controlled by Reception with an intercom if assistance is required.
The hotel has no onsite parking available. The nearest car park is Q-Park located on Sovereign Square which is 5 minute walk to the hotel. Is has 499 spaces. Another option is Leeds Railway Station Long Stay that is located 6 minute walk to the hotel and has 307 spaces.
Reception
The Reception desk is located on the ground floor of the hotel in the entrance lobby. The reception desk is 112cm high although check-in can also be completed whilst sitting at the lounge furniture in the lobby area. You will be offered a personal check-in service with a full explanation of the hotel's facilities together with a familiarisation tour if required. Assistance is available to help take your luggage to your room.
The following accessible aids are available at Reception:
- Portable Induction Loop for use at Reception
- Vibrating Pad to assist waking guests with hearing disabilities in the event of a fire alarm
- An evac chair is also available to enable staff to assist with the emergency evacuation of people with disabilities, where necessary.
Public areas
There are no steps or slopes on the main corridors and public areas on the ground floor.
Accessible toilet facilities are located on the lower ground floor and at ground floor level.
There is good network coverage for mobile phones within the hotel. All networks work.
There is access via a lift to the ballroom on first floor. Please ask for assistance form staff.
Conference, Banqueting & Meeting Rooms
Wheelchair ramps are used to access our ballroom.
Hearing loops are available upon request in advance. Lighting can be dimmed where required.
Accessible toilets are located on the ground and lower ground floor which are both accessed via the lift.
