The Battle of Trafalgar Ball 2027

Step back into the grandeur and splendour of the Regency era with Bonnets and Breeches Dance Society. Join us for an enchanting evening celebrating Nelson's historic triumph at the Battle of Trafalgar on the 21st October 1805. Whether you are an experienced dancer or taking your very first steps, all are warmly welcomed to take the floor for an evening of pure delight.

Event details and ticketing

Venue: The beautiful ballroom at Newark Town Hall, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG24 1DU. Dating back to 1776, the ballroom epitomises Georgian elegance and is renowned for being one of the finest ballrooms in the country.

Date: Saturday 16th October 2027

Times: Arrival from 6:15pm for a 7pm start. Carriages at 11pm.

Cost: £60 per ticket

Please note tickets will go on sale to the general public from 9am on Saturday 31st October 2026.

Attire, accessories and food

Attire: Regency, Naval and Military.

'Fit for a Ball' will also have a stall for you to browse and purchase any last minute items you may need for the ball, including fans, watch fobs and reticules.

Victuals: A food buffet will be provided and there will be a bar available to purchase drinks (please do not bring your own). Water will be available throughout the evening.

Musicians and Caller

Musicians:  The wonderful Vicki Swan and Jonny Dyer will be entertaining us throughout the evening with live music to Trafalgar and Navy-themed dances.

Dance caller: Our wonderful dance mistress, Vicky Brown, will expertly guide you through the programme of dances for the evening.

No previous regency dance experience is necessary because our wonderful caller will walk you through all of the dances.  We will also be releasing the dance list and dance videos on our social media pages in advance, so you can practise them before you arrive.

Getting to Newark

Newark is well located next to the A1, M1, A46, and A17. Newark has a range of car parking options, such as the NCP St Marks Place, Appleton Gate Car Park and London Road Car Park. Car park charges may apply.

Newark has excellent rail links with two train stations serving the town, both just a short walk to the town centre. Newark Northgate station is on the LNER East Coast mainline from London to Edinburgh. Newark Castle station is on East Midlands Railway’s Nottingham – Lincoln line.

Information about places to stay in Newark can be found here: https://visitnewark.co.uk/stay/

Terms and Conditions

By purchasing a ticket, you agree to our terms and conditions which can be found below. 

 

Photography and Videography

  1. Photographs and videos made at the Ball are for personal use only and may not be used for commercial purposes without express written consent.
  2. Attendees are responsible for ensuring their photographs, videos and social media posts do not infringe on copyright or other intellectual property rights.
  3. Bonnets and Breeches Dance Society reserves the right to request the removal of any content deemed inappropriate.
  4. By attending the Ball, attendees acknowledge and agree that photographs and videos may be taken by Bonnets and Breeches Dance Society for promotional purposes, including but not limited to use on its website, social media platforms and marketing materials.
  5. Bonnets and Breeches Dance Society have hired a professional photographer for the night, who will be taking individual portrait photos and photos of the event. These will be shared with attendees and on our Facebook page once they have been sent to us.

 

Health and Safety

  1. Attendees are responsible for ensuring their health and fitness levels are adequate for participation at the Ball.  Please do not attend if you have been ill or show any signs or symptoms of illness within 24 hours of the Ball taking place.
  2. Attendees must report any injuries or safety concerns to a member of the Bonnets and Breeches Dance Society Committee immediately.
  3. Bonnets and Breeches Dance Society reserves the right to refuse entry to any individual who appears to be intoxicated or whose behaviour poses a risk to themselves or others.
  4. Suitable flat-soled shoes are recommended for dancing. Please do not wear any tall, thin heels, such as stilettos, as these are not safe to dance in.
  5. Dances can be quite quick, with some trickier steps involved. We will give each dance a rating score out of 3 for speed and difficulty to help you decide which dances you would like to have a go at.

 

Code of Conduct

  1. Attendees are expected to conduct themselves in a respectful and considerate manner at all times.
  2. Harassment, discrimination, and disruptive behaviour are strictly prohibited.
  3. Bonnets and Breeches Dance Society reserves the right to remove any attendee who violates the code of conduct.

 

Personal Belongings

  1. Bonnets and Breeches Dance Society is not responsible for any loss or damage to attendees' personal belongings.

 

Refunds

  1. Up to one calendar month prior to the event (midnight on Wednesday 15th September 2027) – full refund on request.
  2. Up to two weeks prior to the event (midnight on Saturday 2nd October 2027) – full refund if we are able to resell your ticket. No refund if the ticket cannot be resold.
  3. After midnight on Saturday 2nd October 2027 – no refund.

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