Leyland St. Mary’s Catholic High School fundraising ball, Farington Lodge Hotel.

Guests enjoyed a three course dinner followed by entertainment from live band, Street Level.

The ball was organised by Friends of St Mary’s, a group that was formed following the devastating arson attack on the school in September 2013. Around £1,000 was raised which will go toward a new outdoor exercise area and table tennis for the children.

John Newsome, committee member and secretary of Friends of St Mary’s, said: ‘The evening went very well. The feedback we have received is fantastic, it was a great night.’