Welcome to the
Scotland East Annual Dinner 2025
Here is your one-stop-shop for everything that is set on the itinerary – expect big laughs, brilliant company and plenty of ways to get involved on the night.
Itinerary for the night:
1730: Atrium Bar open for receipt of guests
1845: Call to Dinner
1900: Welcome – Barrie Sheppard
1915: The Lighthouse Charity presentation – Vivien Keating
1930: Grace – Ashlie Carty of Etex/Superglass
– Dinner is served –
2115: In it to win it raffle
2120: Break
2130: Laughs at the Lighthouse part one: Des Clarke, Diona Doherty and Grado
2200: Hit or Miss: Barrie Sheppard
2215: Laughs at the Lighthouse part two: Des Clarke, Diona Doherty and Grado
2245: Vote of thanks: Sam Embrey, Vice Chair, Lighthouse Charity Scotland East Branch
2300: Music from Robert (DJ)
(Cash bar available in Atrium Bar area)
0000: Midnight Munchies
0200: Close
Dress code: Black Tie
Des Clarke
Des Clarke is one of the UK’s most exciting performers. He has made a name for himself as both a highly successful comedian and one of television and radio’s star presenters. That forms part of an impressive TV career with presenting credits including Breaking The News, Des Doesn’t Do, Hogmanay Live and much more. Des is a much-loved voice on the airwaves too and can be heard getting central Scotland started every day as host of the Heart breakfast Show. He also fronts hit comedy series Breaking The News on BBC Radio Scotland.
Diona Doherty
Having starred in Derry Girls, Blue Lights. Soft Border Patrol, Give My Head Peace and been a series regular on the Blame Game, The News Quiz and Breaking the News, Diona Doherty is making waves in the comedy world. She is a member of the award winning Girls Groupchat podcast, which is highly recommended and is back in Edinburgh after her very successful fringe appearance and UK tour of her Get Your Pink Back show.
Grado
Grado is a Wrestler, actor, presenter and successful Podcaster. Best known for his roles in River City, Two Doors Down and as PC Hugh McKirdy in Scot Squad. Currently rehearsing for Panto and co-hosting the Heart Scotland Breakfast show with Des it is safe to say he is a very busy man and we are extremely lucky he can join us tonight. Having just completed a Granite to Glasgow hand cycle challenge he is no stranger to charity fund raising.
STARTER
Smoked salmon and charred asparagus with brown shrimp, apple gel, black pepper crackers with micro herbs
Avocado with charred asparagus, whipped feta and black olive crumb (V)
MAIN
Haggis and brioche crumbed Venison, creamed mash, black pudding bonbon, roast beetroot puree, slow roasted carrot and braised red cabbage with bramble and port jus
Celeriac Steak, creamed mash, roast beetroot puree, slow roasted carrot and braised red cabbage with bramble and port jus (V)
DESSERT
Toffee apple pudding, vanilla crème Anglaise, roasted parsnip ice cream
We’re thrilled to offer you the opportunity to bid on a fantastic selection of exclusive lots, all while supporting a great cause. Every bid you place helps raise essential funds for the Lighthouse Charity, so whether you’re looking for something special for yourself or a gift for a loved one, you’re contributing to a meaningful impact.
Browse the incredible lots, place your bids, and help us make this event a success. The more you bid, the more you support – and who knows, you might just walk away with an unforgettable prize!
4 x tickets for the Chelsea Flower Show, May 2026 (£400.00 reserve please) – Donated by Edward Naylor of Naylors Drainage.
Golf and Lunch for 3 at the Renaissance club, North Berwick – Donated and hosted by Raymond Hamilton of Wm. Hamilton & Sons.
4 x tickets for Man Utd v West Ham on Thursday 4th December 2025 – Donated by John Wardrope of Cartmore Building Supplies.
Golf for 4 at Archerfield Links – Donated by Robin Stevenson of Hamilton Waste and Recycling.
Helicopter ride for 2 – Donated by John Grey of Ocwells
Signed Celtic Shirt – Donated by Ross Mather of Tektum
On the night, you have the opportunity to make a £40 suggested donation for your evening’s game pack which includes entry to:
– Hit or Miss
– Our prize raffle
Additional raffle tickets are available to purchase on the night.
A big thank you to our generous sponsors for making this event possible! Your support helps us create a memorable experience and contribute to a worthy cause. Below are their logos in appreciation of their commitment to this event.
Main event sponsor:
