The DoubleTree Hilton in Chester was transformed into the magical world of Narnia for the Hope House charity ball.

After ‘stepping through the wardrobe, 180 guests enjoyed a champagne reception and dinner followed by entertainment by Soul Revolver.

An auction and raffle raised over £15,000 for the children’s hospice based in Shropshire, and money will go towards helping young patients from that county and in Cheshire and North Wales.