The Big Event - In Partnership with Wild Shropshire 
Black Tie/Evening Dress Fundraising Banquet & Auction – 12th September 2025 sponsored by
Join us for an extraordinary evening in the majestic St Laurence’s Church, Ludlow.
Together with Wild Shropshire, we are hosting a three-course banquet crafted from surplus and seasonal ingredients, followed by an exclusive auction.
Wild Shropshire’s Chef Patron and owner James Sherwin has a passion for connecting food with the environment. After gaining recognition on Channel 4’s The Taste, James envisioned a restaurant that would celebrate the natural beauty of Shropshire’s landscape. From foraging ingredients to cultivating produce on their own farm, the restaurant was built on the concept of terroir—the idea that food should be a reflection of the land from which it comes. Over the years, Wild Shropshire has evolved into a pioneer of sustainable dining, blending creative cuisine with a commitment to the environment. This was recognised with the winning of a Michelin Green Star in 2025, which celebrates restaurants that go beyond exceptional food, actively working to protect the environment and shape a more sustainable future for gastronomy.
This ethos marries well with Hands Together Ludlow's approach to reducing food waste and how we use food to bring people together, reduce isolation and promote healthy eating.
Find out more about our partners Wild Shropshire: https://www.wildshropshire.net/
This event aims to raise £20,000 to support Hands Together Ludlow’s vital services and the many hundreds of people we support in the town each year.
Become a sponsor
Support this event and our mission by becoming a corporate sponsor. Sponsorship benefits include:
Brand recognition on our website and event materials
Logo placement on event menus and signage
Early access to banquet tickets before general sale
Your support ensures we can continue our crucial work in the community. A range of sponsorship packages is available to suit different levels of involvement.
Contact susie.ohagan@handstogetherludlow.org.uk to find out more about sponsorship opportunities.
Alongside our main sponsors Hendra House we are also grateful to:
Join us at the banquet
Tickets are priced at £100 per person with only 96 seats available and are available to buy from June 2nd.
It is anticipated that tickets will sell out fast, so it's advised you don't wait to buy.
Click below to buy and your tickets will be sent or emailed to you.
Click here to buy tickets to The Big Event
News on our Auction Lots!! We have been donated some fabulous items/experiences and opportunities for our promise auction. This list includes:
Limited Edition Magnum of Wine from Bentley's
3 Night weekend in London Flat
Bailey and Nicholls Racing Stable Tour
Ludlow Brewing Co. Brewery Tour for 8
A Day at The House of Lords
Broad Bean Hamper
3 nights in Seaside Cottage in Wales
Ludlow Golf Club - Round of Golf for Four
Ludlow Nut Company Hamper
Ludlow Racecourse Day at the Races for 2
Eclectica Styling Session
Leintwardine Fishing Club day of Trout fishing
Ludlow Distillery Tour for 2
Wild Shropshire - meal for 2
Wheelbarrow from Travis Perkins
1 Week in Cottage in Wales
A Selection of Beer from Wye Valley Brewery
Greenway Touring & Glamping 2 nights in a Glamping Pod
Beachcombers Self-Catering Apartment Cornwall
Bra Fitting & Lingerie Voucher From Bodenhams
2 nights in Chelsea - Philip Dunn
Dinner at Bills Kitchen
Case of Wine - James Hepworth
Mid-week 2 night stay in Air B&B - Velvet Fern
- as well as some individual bottles of wine and some sets of beautiful greetings cards
- With a couple of additional lots just being finalised.... bids can only be made in the room so if something catches your eye, make sure you have bought your ticket to attend the banquet.
