THERE is now just over one week to go until the Post’s 25th anniversary charity Gala, raising funds for Children’s Hospice South West.

The event will again be held at Penstowe Manor, Kilkhampton on Friday, February 12.

Headlining the event this year will be Edison Lighthouse.

The 1970s chart topping group are best known for their million selling record Love Grows (Where my Rosemary Goes).

Original member Dave Taylor has teamed up with Bob Hickmott to perform old Edison Lighthouse mixed with plenty of ’60s and ’70s party music.

Also on the line-up will be a familiar face to the Gala crowd — comedian Tank Sherman, without doubt one of the finest ‘Westcountry’ comedians in the UK.

Tank has worked with numerous household names and has supported Jethro on nationwide tours. He is one of the most respected comedians in the business — and has been a popular part of previous galas.

Opening the show will be the popular group, the Boscastle Buoys.

The ‘Buoys’ — whose line-up includes many familiar faces — have become renowned for singing traditional Cornish and sea shanty songs for charity.

In true Celtic tradition, the group began their melodious journey in the local pub. Singing was their passion and this was soon put to good use!

The evening will be compered by James Morrish of Kivells.

2016 marks the 25th anniversary of the event. Proceeds from previous galas have topped the £130,000 mark, which has all been handed over to the charity towards the fantastic work it does in the region.

This year is also the 25th anniversary of the hospice, so buy your ticket, help the hospice and enjoy a great evening of entertainment.

• Tickets are selling fast!

— THERE is still time to buy your tickets for this year’s charity Gala, although don’t wait too long, as they’re selling fast!

Many of our outlets have now sold their allocation of tickets, but there is still a very limited amount available through the Cornish & Devon Post.

You can purchase tickets, priced at £6.50 each, in person at the Cornish & Devon Post offices, located in Westgate Street, Launceston.

Alternatively, please telephone us on 01566 772424, to reserve your tickets.

We will then take them to Penstowe for you to collect on the night.

Don’t delay — it is an evening not to be missed!

— A full report and photos of the Gala will be featured in the February 18 edition of the Post.