‘Let Me Entertain You’: cancer survivor’s Pink Tie Ball plans to hit all the right notes for charity
28 OCTOBER 2025
A North Yorkshire cancer survivor is turning her passion for a pop idol into a night of entertainment and fundraising.
Sarah Dargue, a tireless supporter of York & Scarborough Hospitals Charity and a devoted Robbie Williams super fan is set to host a Pink Tie Ball in support of breast cancer services at York Hospital.
The event, taking place on 25 April 2026 at Scarborough Spa, promises to be an evening of glamour, fundraising, and show-stopping entertainment from acclaimed Robbie Williams tribute artist Dan Budd.
Sarah, from East Heslerton near Malton, began her fundraising journey in 2021 after her own battle with breast cancer. Since then, she has raised over £15,000 for the charity, starting with the selling of hand-knitted bobble hats at craft fairs and has taken part in various charity runs and half marathons.
Now, she’s aiming even higher with the Pink Tie Ball, where she hopes to rally the Yorkshire public to help raise funds to enhance services for breast cancer patients.
A lifelong Robbie Williams enthusiast, Sarah has travelled the world to see her idol perform and has even met him in person. Her connection with tribute artist Dan Budd began in a Robbie Williams queue and blossomed into a close friendship.
“He calls us his mum and dad”, Sarah explained. “He’s more than a friend now, he’s part of our Robbie family and I am thrilled he’ll be performing at the ball.”
Dan Budd will take the stage in front of 300 guests, delivering a high-energy set packed with Robbie’s greatest hits, from Angels and Rock DJ to swing classics and Take That favourites.
With ticket sales already soaring with 200 snapped up within two days of Sarah’s social media announcement, the Pink Tie Ball is shaping up to be a sell-out success.
Guests can also look forward to a tombola and key raffle to raise additional funds on the night.
Emma Sargent, Fundraising Manager at York & Scarborough Hospitals Charity, praised Sarah’s unwavering commitment:
“Sarah continues to amaze us with her passion and dedication. Her efforts have made a real difference to breast cancer patients and we’re incredibly grateful she’s chosen to support us again.”
Sarah is now appealing to local businesses and organisations to sponsor tables at the Pink Tie Ball and help make the event a triumph.
Tickets are priced at £65 per person or £600 for a table of ten.
To sponsor the event or purchase tickets, click here to visit Sarah’s Facebook Fundraising page
Or contact York & Scarborough Hospitals Charity:
Visit: www.yshospitalcharity.org
Call: 01904 724521
Email: hello@yshospitalscharity.org
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