THE lavish surroundings of Hatfield House’s Old Palace also proved welcome for the Welwyn Hatfield mayor and his guests as they helped raise �2,000 for his chosen charities, Help for Heroes and The Mixed Group.

Howard Morgan and his guests were treated to a three course meal and musical entertainment from the Charlotte Collingwood Band and singer Tammy Wall, while cash was raised through a raffle.

Cllr Morgan said: “It was a great night for all the guests, and a lot of money was raised for my chosen charities.

“My thanks go to everyone who attended and to Hatfield House for being great hosts.”