Opera star comes to Wentworth Woodhouse

INTERNATIONAL opera star Lesley Garrett will be the special guest at a glittering gala dinner for dementia charity Lost Chord at South Yorkshire's historic Wentworth Woodhouse.

The celebrated Doncaster Diva is a patron of the charity that provides vital interactive musical experiences for people living with dementia.

The September 26 event will held in the imposing setting of the Marble Hall at Wentworth Woodhouse and will include a drinks reception accompanied by Ampleforth Piped Band, a tour of the house's famous state rooms and a four course meal with wine, as well as entertainment throughout the meal from Lost Chord's professional musicians.

The highlight of the evening at the largest privately owned house in Europe will be Lesley's performance of some of the opera world's greatest arias.

Ticket details will be released later.