Liberation Day Ball Fundraiser at The Duke 1945’s style with amazing entertainment thanks to Sidneys Sponsored Events

Liberation Day Ball Fundraiser at The Duke 1945’s style with amazing entertainment thanks to Sidneys Sponsored Events in aid of GSPCA & SSAFA

Sidneys Sponsored Events present a 1940s‑themed celebration in support of the GSPCA & SSAFA

Sidneys Sponsored Events are once again bringing the community together for an unforgettable evening of entertainment, nostalgia and celebration as part of Guernsey’s 81st Anniversary Liberation Day commemorations.

A special Liberation Day Fundraiser will take place at The Duke (formerly The Duke of Richmond Hotel) on Saturday 9th May 2026, beginning at 6.30pm and running through until 11.30pm, proudly sponsored by Network Insurance & Financial Planning.

This unique event, themed “Let’s Party Like It’s 1945!”, will raise essential funds for both the GSPCA and SSAFA, supporting animals, service members, veterans and their families.

Evening Entertainment

Guests will be treated to an atmospheric and uplifting programme of 1940s‑inspired entertainment, including:

• Barry Noble as Churchill
• The Burlettes
• Colin Bourdiec as George Formby
• Food from the Field Kitchen
• A full evening of music, performance and vintage celebration

With themed décor and entertainment, guests will be transported back to the spirit of 1945 to mark this important moment in Guernsey’s history.

Tickets & Booking Information

Tickets cost £55 per person, with only around 50 tickets remaining.

To book your place, contact:

Email: [email protected]
Tel: 07911 720469

More details can be found via the Sidneys Sponsored Events Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/Sidneysfundraising

Quote from Steve Byrne, GSPCA Manager

“We are incredibly grateful to Corinne and the entire Sidneys Sponsored Events team for organising yet another fantastic fundraiser. With only around 50 tickets left, we encourage everyone to get theirs soon and join us for an evening full of spirit, celebration and remembrance.

Let’s party like it’s 1945 and honour Guernsey’s Liberation Day on its 81st anniversary, raising vital funds for those who have served through SSAFA, and for the animals who played such an important role and also suffered during times of conflict. Events like this make a real difference, and we’re extremely thankful for the continued support.

With our #GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal and big build more than half way through this event will help raise crucial funds for this much needed facility as well as our 24/7 work which didn’t stop during the occupation and contributed to awful challenges to animal welfare during a time where everyone suffered in Guernsey.”

Supporting Those Who Served – People & Animals

Funds raised will be shared between SSAFA, supporting armed forces personnel and veterans, and the GSPCA, which continues to care for animals in need across Guernsey. Liberation Day serves as an important reminder not only of the human sacrifices made but also the crucial roles animals played throughout history.

#GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal Update

The GSPCA Wildlife Hospital, part of the #GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal, continues to progress impressively. The west wing roof trusses are now complete, giving a striking preview of the future facility, and the east wing roof trusses are scheduled to begin very soon.

With the project now at its halfway point, the GSPCA is encouraging supporters to join the appeal by:

• Donating to the Build Fund
• Sponsoring a room, kennel, aviary, or specialised unit
• Supporting sustainability upgrades, including planned solar panel installations
• Taking part in events or community fundraising
• Leaving a gift or message of support via giving.gg

Every contribution supports the future of wildlife rescue in Guernsey for generations to come.

Check out more on the #GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal – https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspcabiggestbuildappeal

To donate to our work and the other animals in our care https://giving.gg/donate/charity/2/Guernsey-Society-for-the-Prevention-of-Cruelty-to-Animals-(GSPCA)

To see animals looking for new homes

https://www.gspca.org.gg/animals

To see our youtube channel and lots of videos please visit https://www.youtube.com/@TheGuernseySPCA

To see events, ways to support and animals in need please see our latest blog https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog

Upcoming events

• Dog First Aid Course 6.30pm - 8.45pm Wednesday 15th April 2026 Ref – Dog15/04
• EDABL Seafront Sunday 26^th April 2026
• Cat First Aid Course 6.30pm - 8.45pm Wednesday 29th April 2026  Ref – Cat29/04
• Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday 3^rd May 2026
• Hedgehog Awareness Week 3^rd – 9^th May 2026
• Liberation Day Ball at The Duke with Sidneys Sponsored Events
• Charities Seafront Sunday 17^th May 2026
• GSPCA Cupcake Week 15^th to 22^nd May 2026
• Half Term Tours May 2026 May 2026 To be confirmed
• Microchip Month June 2026
• Volunteers Week 1^st – 7^th June 2026
• Guernsey Together Saturday 13^th June 2026
• EDABL Seafront Sunday 21^st June 2026
• Classic Vehicle Show Sunday 21^st June 2026
• Take Your Dog to Work Day Friday 26^th June 2026
• Viaer Marchi Monday 6^th July 2026
• Kitten Day 10^th July 2026
• World Snake Day 16^th July 2026
• Guinea Pig Appreciation Day 16th July 2026
• EDABL Seafront Sunday 19^th July 2026
• Rabbit Awareness Week (RAW) 23^rd – 27^th July 2026
• Summer Guided Tours July/August 2026 to be confirmed
• South Show GSPCA Dog Show Saturday 8^th August 2026
• West Show 12^th-13^th August 2026
• World Lizard Day 14^th August 2026
• North Show 19^th-20^th August 2026
• International Dog Day 26^th August 2026
• EDABL Seafront Sunday 30^th August 2026
• World Animal Month October 2026
• World Animal Day 4^th October 2026
• Feral Cat Day 16^th October 2026
• National cat Day 29^th October 2026
• Halt Term Spooky Tours October 2026 to be confirmed
• Dog First Aid Course 6.30pm - 8.45pm Thursday 12th November 2026 Ref – Dog12/11
• Cat First Aid Course 6.30pm - 8.45pm Thursday 26th November 2026 Ref – Cat26/11
• Possible Christmas Themed Animal Discovery Trail November/December 2026 to be confirmed with possible Ball
• World Wildlife Conservation Day 4^th December 2026
• Festive Tours December/January 2026/7 to be confirmed

Steve continued “There are many ways to support the work of the GSPCA.”

“Our BIGGEST BUILD is now underway and we are desperately looking for support and to help in anyway please do get in touch and check out this link https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-biggestbuild-begins-demolition-underway-%E2%80%93-buying-brick-sponsorship-can-you-help .”

“To become an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor donating each month to help the hundreds of animals in our care which you can do by downloading this form - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Angel%20sponsor%20form%20special%202018%20new.pdf or to become a Corporate Angel Pen Pal form for your business to sponsor animals in our care each year please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Corporate%20Angel%20Pen%20Pal%20sponsor%20formnew.pdf .”

“To think of helping animals and our work in your legacy or will please check out https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/gifts-wills-and-funding .”

“For those from those want to give CSR time and skills to those wanting to help sponsor or support something from our Wish List at the GSPCA http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list .”

“If your group or business would like to find out about spending a day at the Shelter please go to -

http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days “

“For other ways your business can help us here at the GSPCA please go to -

http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/how-your-business-can-help-gspca-corporate-sponsorship “

“If you would like to volunteer then to find out more details here -

http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers or to complete the volunteer application form please check out https://service.sheltermanager.com/asmservice?account=gspca&method=online_form_html&formid=14 .”

"We also have vacancies at the GSPCA and to find out more please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/vacancies ."

"For lots of ways to support our work please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-celebrating-150-years ."

“To visit our facebook page check out this link please click here .”

“To visit our x page please click here .”

“Thank you for your support.”