THE FAYRE OF ST JAMES'S 2015

Last week saw the festive season kick off with the fourth annual Fayre of St James’s bring together British icons, Tom Odell, Brian Blessed, Matthew Macfadyen, Sophie Winkleman, Laura Wright and The London Community Gospel Choir, to create a magical concert in the beautiful setting of St James’s Church .... and of course I was there to bring you all the action 

In partnership with Deutsche Asset & Wealth Management, Quintessentially Foundation and The Crown Estate, once again welcomed 500 Londoners, VIPs and St James’s residents for an unforgettable night of Christmas cheer, all in aid of children’s charity Rays of Sunshine. Seen enjoying the evening of carols, live performances and festive readings wereCheryl Fernandez-Versini on behalf of Cheryl’s Trust, Lord Frederick Windsor, Ben & Mary-Clare Elliot and Natalie Coyle.

Following the concert, guests flocked to the Nyetimber bus in Jermyn Street for a glass of their finest English sparkling wine and gathered together for the switch on of the Christmas lights by the legendary Brian Blessed.

Ending the night in style guests headed to Quaglino’s for a Christmas celebration, with sumptuous canapes, cocktails and a special performance by The Overtones, ahead of the launch of their new Christmas album, Good Ol’ Fashioned Christmas. Throughout the evening, guests were invited to take part in a silent auction with amazing prizes including, a Maldives Retreat for 4, Afternoon Tea at The Ritz with Stephen Fry and a weekend with a stunning Ferrari California T. The evening raised a total of £210,000, with all proceeds going to Rays of Sunshine.