Our Champagne Reception at Stafford House a great success!

The Thomas Hardy Society wants to thank Lord and Lady Fellowes of West Stafford for hosting an amazing event at their home.

We are so lucky to have Julian Fellowes as our President and the celebrity couple very generously donated the reception as a gift to THS to raise funds. The event raised £3,000 and everyone attending had a very special experience. The Fellowes opened their home and garden and provided the most delicious lunch. The entertainment was provided by talented local jazz singer, George St Vincent and Bread and Roses with Hardy readings from Alban O'Brien - a real treat - thanks to everyone that came.

Lord and Lady Fellowes with Mark Chutter, THS Chair & Academic Director

Alban O'Brien, THS Events Committee

Performance by Bread and Roses on the terrace

Best-selling author Paula Byrne was in attendance and has written a review of the event for the Autumn Journal.

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