TICKETS have gone on sale for a lavish black tie bash being hosted by Welwyn Hatfield mayor Kim Langley.

The mayor’s annual civic dinner and dance will take place at Beales Hotel in Hatfield next Saturday, February 20.

After a three-course meal, guests will be treated to a variety of dance and musical entertainment from youngsters Emma and Laura Cook, Scottish Highland dancer Daisy Watkins, and the group Serenity.

A charity auction and raffle will also take place.

Cllr Langley said: “I’m excited to greet and get to know all my guests. It’s a great opportunity for me to meet more people from around the borough.”

Guests should arrive at 6.45pm for 7.15pm.

Proceeds from the night will go to Cllr Langley’s charities, the Welwyn Hatfield Women’s Refuge and the Willow Foundation.

Tickets cost �40, available from the mayor’s secretary on 01707 357419 or by emailing mayors.secretary@welhat.gov.uk