Charity balls & fundraising dinners in Suffolk
An elegant, characterful venue for charity balls, gala dinners and awards evenings, set in 18 acres of Suffolk countryside. One team to help you plan the night, look after your guests and raise more for your cause.
- Family-run since 2012
- Fully licensed oak bar
- Disabled access
- DJs, hosts & AV in-house
- Auctions & raffles welcome
A charity ball that brings people together and raises more
A successful fundraiser is about more than the total on the night. It brings supporters together, inspires generosity and celebrates the people behind your cause.
At The Venue at Kersey Mill we host charity balls, fundraising dinners, awards evenings and gala events for local causes, national charities, sports clubs, schools and community organisations across Suffolk and north Essex. Our experienced events team works closely with your committee, from first viewing to last dance, so the evening runs smoothly and your guests leave talking about it.
Whether it’s your first fundraiser or an annual gala, we’ll tailor the room, menu and entertainment to suit your event and budget.
Talk to our events team
The Maltings Room
Original oak beams, exposed brickwork and warm lighting give your event a sense of occasion from the moment guests arrive.
- Original oak beams
- Exposed brickwork
- Elegant lighting
- Fully licensed oak bar
- Flexible seating layouts
- Room for stage & dance floor
How a charity ball runs at Kersey Mill
A typical evening, shaped around your fundraising goals. Every part can be changed to suit your cause.
Arrival drinks
A drinks reception as guests arrive, with space for sponsor displays.
Gala dinner
Two or three courses, carvery or buffet, served to your seating plan.
Your cause
Guest speakers and charity presentations with screens and sound.
Auction & raffle
Live or silent auctions, prize draws and donation stations.
Awards
Presentations from the stage, hosted by a professional MC if you’d like.
Dancing
A DJ or live band to keep supporters on the dance floor.
Fundraising and corporate events we host
From black-tie balls to school fundraisers, we welcome charity and community events of every size.
Built for raising more
We understand how much each moment of the night matters to your total. Our flexible layout leaves room for fundraising activity while keeping the evening professional and enjoyable for guests.
Plan your fundraiser- Silent auctions
- Live auctions
- Prize draws
- Raffles
- Sponsorship displays
- Charity presentations
- Donation stations
- Guest speakers
- Entertainment acts
- Projectors & screens
Dining & hospitality
Menus to suit your event style and budget, tailored by our professional catering partners, with dietary needs catered for.
- Two or three course gala dinners
- Carvery menus
- Buffet options
- Charity luncheons & afternoon events
- Drinks receptions
Entertainment, staging & AV
Through our sister company, RCT Entertainment & Events, everything for the night comes from one trusted supplier.
- Award-winning DJs
- Event hosts & MCs
- Live bands
- Saxophone performers
- Dance floors
- Venue uplighting
- Photo booths & magic mirrors
- 360 video booths
- Staging
- Audio visual equipment
- Projectors & screens
- Cold sparks & effects
Charity ball venue hire near Ipswich, Hadleigh & Colchester
Kersey Mill sits in the Suffolk countryside just outside Hadleigh, easy to reach for supporters across Suffolk and north Essex.
If you’re looking for a charity ball venue in Suffolk, The Venue at Kersey Mill offers exclusive-feeling function room hire with real character. Our Maltings Room seats up to 180 guests, making it one of the most versatile spaces for fundraising dinners, gala balls and awards evenings between Ipswich, Sudbury and Colchester.
Free on-site parking, disabled access and a fully licensed bar make the evening easy for supporters, while our on-site accommodation at The Stables means guests travelling from further afield can stay over rather than drive home. The 18 acres of grounds also give you a beautiful backdrop for sponsor and committee photographs.
We’re proud to support local charities, schools, sports clubs, community groups and businesses running charity events. From a black-tie ball in Hadleigh to a corporate fundraiser for an Ipswich or Colchester company, our team will help you plan an event that raises funds and leaves a lasting impression.
Drive times are approximate. Find directions on our location page, or see our other corporate events and Masonic events.
Charity ball questions
How many guests can you hold for a charity ball?
The Maltings Room holds up to 180 guests, with flexible seating for gala dinners, auctions, awards presentations and dancing.
Can we run auctions and raffles on the night?
Yes. We regularly host silent and live auctions, prize draws, raffles, sponsor displays and donation stations, and can provide projectors, screens and sound for presentations.
What catering options do you offer?
Two or three course gala dinners, carvery menus, buffets, charity luncheons and drinks receptions. Our catering partners tailor menus to your budget and guests’ dietary needs.
Can you provide entertainment and an MC?
Yes. Our sister company, RCT Entertainment & Events, supplies DJs, live bands, event hosts and MCs, staging, lighting, photo booths and audio visual equipment.
Is there parking and accommodation?
There is free on-site parking and disabled access, and guests can stay over in our on-site rooms at The Stables.
Where is the venue?
The Venue at Kersey Mill, Kersey, Ipswich, Suffolk IP7 6DP. We’re about 5 minutes from Hadleigh, 25 minutes from Ipswich and 30 minutes from Colchester.
Start planning your charity ball
Tell us about your cause, your preferred date and rough guest numbers. We’ll check availability and arrange a viewing at a time that suits your committee.
- Call the events team01473 938884
- Email[email protected]
- VisitKersey Mill, Ipswich, IP7 6DP
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A quick call is the fastest way to check if your date is free.