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Home > News & events > Fundraising events > The Promise Ball
On World Diabetes Day 2026, supporter Debbie Marsden will host the Promise Ball in Leeds, in support of Breakthrough T1D.
For more information, download The Promise Ball brochure as a PDF.
Tickets are from £100-£125 per person with tables for 10-12 people available.
For tickets and further information, please email Debbie Marsden at promiseballnorth@gmail.com.
Venue: The Queens Hotel, City Square, Leeds, LS1 1PJ. View on Google Maps.
Date: Saturday 14 November 2026 – World Diabetes Day
Dress: Black tie
Download The Promise Ball brochure
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