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Kaleidoscopic Winter Wonderland brings joy to survivors of domestic violence

by Emma Merchant
December 4, 2025
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A Winter Wonderland Ball at Cantley House Hotel in Wokingham raised funds for Kaleidoscopic UK. Picture: Kaleidoscopic UK

A Winter Wonderland Ball at Cantley House Hotel in Wokingham raised funds for Kaleidoscopic UK. Picture: Kaleidoscopic UK

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A Winter Wonderland Ball held at Cantley House Hotel, Wokingham, celebrated changed lives, while raising money for Wokingham charity Kalaedoscopic Uk.

The event was attended by Kaleidoscopic UK patron Anouska Lancaster, and by Wokingham Town Mayor Cllr Louise Timlin and her husband.

Three course dinner, followed by live music, dancing and photos made for a night of festive fun..

Kaleidoscopic UK supports survivors of domestic abuse in all its forms, providing support services not just within the borough, but throughout England and Wales.

Founder and CEO Vickie Robertson thanked all who attended the Winter Wonderland Ball, which was a great success.

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She said: “ A big thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, to our wonderful patrons, sponsors, supporters, and every wonderful guest who joined us at the ball.

“Because of your generosity, presence, and belief in our mission, the evening shone with hope, community, candles and kindness.

“Every contribution, whether through sponsorship, auction lots, donations, or simply showing up with open hearts helps us continue providing vital peer support and specialist long term support for child and adult survivors of domestic abuse.”

Vickie explained that support for Kaleidoscopic UK makes it possible to change lives.

“Our event reminded survivors that they matter, they are seen, and they are never alone,” she said.

“We are deeply grateful for each and every person who helped make the night magical, including Noushka Design, The Barbarettes Choir, DJ Rob Crouch, Jamie Walker Percussion, Max on the Sax and the team at KUK and Cantley House Hotel.

“Here’s to compassion, connection, and creating safer, brighter futures together, with love and gratitude from Kaleidoscopic.”

For information, visit: kaleidoscopic.uk

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