Malton Museum to host Regency Weekend with a country ball
Following the success of last year’s Malton Regency Ball, the museum has organised two evenings of Georgian activities this October, with proceeds going to the museum.
The weekend will commence on Friday, October 9 in the Milton Rooms with a country ball – a night of period music and dance.
Live music will be provided by the Ebor Quartet, with dance expertise from Dance the Past’s Lottie Adcock.
The following evening, a ‘soirée’ will be held at York House, where there will be an opportunity to socialise in an informal yet ‘elegant’ setting.
The quartet will again provide music and a ‘light supper’ will be served, along with period games and entertainment.
Ball organiser, Annette Mitchell, said: “Last year’s Malton Regency Country Ball was such enormous fun that we had to repeat the experience.
"Lottie and the string quartet are ready, and we are busy polishing the 50-plus candelabras, making new dresses, and practising our steps.”
Local businesses have donated raffle prizes, including an afternoon tea for two at the Old Lodge, and two Town Tour tickets from Malton Museum.
One of the main prizes is a first edition of Frederica, a Regency novel by Georgette Heyer, signed by Sir Stephen Fry, an avid fan of the author.
The organisers say that attendees needn’t be dancers as guidance will be provided, and while Georgian attire is encouraged, they say it is not essential.
Tickets are available to purchase on the Malton Museum website, with a discount offered if purchasing both nights.
Ticket holders will also receive a special discount at The Talbot Hotel if they seek accommodation.
Visit maltonmuseum.co.uk/regency-weekend/ for more information.