A SIGNED Manchester United shirt, a week's holiday in a private Spanish villa, a trip to The Gambia and a flight in a glider - these are just some of the amazing Ipswich and Suffolk Press Ball auction and raffle prizes.

A SIGNED Manchester United shirt, a week's holiday in a private Spanish villa, a trip to The Gambia and a flight in a glider - these are just some of the amazing Ipswich and Suffolk Press Ball auction and raffle prizes.

Donated through the Cystic Fibrosis Trust - the Press Ball's chosen charity - the prizes are a fantastic boost to the glittering event.

Sandra Howarth, regional fundraising manager for the Cystic Fibrosis Trust in the East of England said the prizes had been donated by individuals and organisations keen to support the charity.

She said: “These are fantastic prizes and we are hugely grateful to those who have so generously supported the charity. The press ball is a brilliant event for the Cystic Fibrosis Trust and not only raises much needed cash for our research but also awareness of the condition.

“We are looking forward to a fabulous night.

“Manchester United have donated a shirt signed by its entire team. To accompany the shirt the lucky winner will also have the opportunity to visit the world famous Old Trafford Stadium and enjoy a tour of the grounds and the museum.

“This is very special prize for a very special event.”

The private villa in the Spanish Costa de la Luz offers three bedrooms, swimming pool, enclosed garden and secluded beaches and golf courses nearby.

The Gambia's Kololi Beach Club Are offering a one bedroom villa which sleeps four for one week. The prize does not include flights or food.

And Cambridge Gliding Club have donated a flight voucher for a Single Aerotwo launch to 3,000ft.

As announced in The Evening Star, headline acts will include rock legend and soul sensation Ray Lewis of The Drifters fame who will perform at the Soul Ball themed night of nights. Ipswich Town Football Club chief Executive Simon Clegg will also be among the speakers.

Regularly and strongly supported by the county's business community, the Press Ball is once again sponsored by Ipswich firm Call Connection.

To be held at the Hotel Elizabeth, Copdock, on Friday, June 19, music, dancing, fine food and wines will be followed by an auction and tombola with prizes donated by a number of businesses and organisations.

Tables are still available for the Ipswich and Suffolk Press Ball - if you or your organisation would like to go contact Bridget York on 07961 430599.

Have you been helped by the Cystic Fibrosis Trust? Write to Your Letters, Evening Star, 30 Lower Brook Street,

Ipswich, IP4 1AN, or send an e-mail to eveningstarletters@eveningstar.co.uk

REGULARLY and strongly supported by the county's business community, the Press Ball is once again sponsored by Ipswich firm Call Connection.

To be held at the Hotel Elizabeth, Copdock, on Friday, June 19, music, dancing, fine food and wines will be followed by an auction and tombola with prizes donated by a number of businesses and organisations.

PRESS ball bosses are today offering the chance for the business community to offer their help to raise cash for the event's chosen charities.

If your business or organisation would like to donate a raffle or auction prize to the prestigious event please contact Bridget York on 07961 430599.