More than 430 guests helped raise £50,000 for Warwick children's charity, Molly Ollys on Saturday night (19 November) at its tenth Anniversary Blossom Ball.

The evening of glitz and glamour took place at the IXL Centre at Dallas Burston Polo Club in Southam and was very well supported with guests coming from Midlands companies including Oakland International, New Horizon Logistics, Avanti Print & Packaging, West Mercia Trucks, SCC, MK Gym, Ridge and Partners and J S Wright.

Molly Ollys was founded ten years ago by Rachel and Tim Ollerenshaw whose eight-year-old daughter Molly died after a five-year battle with a rare kidney cancer.

Rachel said; "Ten years is a big landmark for us at the charity as we have been able to help thousands of children like Molly over the years.

"It was Molly's wish that we help other children facing challenging health circumstances and we are proud that we have and we will continue to help.

"None of this would have been possible without the donations and support of wonderful individuals and corporate supporters such as those who came to our tenth anniversary ball.

"To have raised more than £50,000 in these tough financial times is truly awe-inspiring – these are much needed funds and we will be able to do so much good with this money; thank you from the bottom of our hearts."

Rachel and Tim Ollerenshaw (image supplied)

One of the guests at the ball was Karen Robbins who sadly lost her daughter Leanne to cancer on March 1 2015 at the age of 16. Leanne's wish was to see Les Miserables and Molly Ollys made that happen.

Karen said; "Molly Ollys is special to me as the team made sure my beautiful daughter Leanne could have some joy and not only watch Les Mis, but also meet the actors.

"Leanne had the best time. It is nearly eight years since she died and I hold onto that very happy memory. I have attended all of Molly Ollys balls since she passed away to show my support for this truly wonderful charity – the team really makes a difference to families like mine."

Across the evening, there was a raffle, silent auction and a live auction and guests were entertained with performances from local children's dance troupe, Viva Theatre Arts, Motown band, The Soul Brothers, a Chinese lion and drummers and local DJ Andy Saunders.

Guests enjoyed an Asian fusion meal, delivered by Sanjay Foods.

Molly's dad, Tim, was the compere for the evening and added: "I am in awe of the enduring support for Molly Ollys. It is truly humbling to look around the room and see so many people wanting to help make a difference."

The money raised will help pay for wishes for around 100 children (image supplied)