The Christmas Ball (continues)

Joyous laughter fills the air as the children play pass the parcel and musical chairs. The music stops as sleigh bells can be heard  outside. Squeals of excitement as the children rush to the windows, and sure enough Father Christmas has arrived on his sleigh with a sack full of toys.

Families and children crowd around to see what he has.

 

 

 

 

After all the excitement the children make their way up the winding staircase to the nursery to play with their toys and then have a nap.

 

The parents and other guests enjoy a lavish buffet, such tasty food and drink and a chance to talk to old friends and make new ones. Then the dancing begins.

 

Cora is looking particularly lovely this evening in a gold satin dress, she has a full dance card and many a handsome hamster is waiting his turn to dance with her. The newly married couple are here but only have eyes for each other. The dance floor is full of very enthusiastic dancers. determined to make the most of this wonderful evening.

 

 

Lord Edwin and Lady Esther seen here at the front of the dance floor are starting off The Scottish Reel. The band entertains the gathering all evening playing the most popular dance tunes.

The night draws to a close as the clock strikes twelve. There are some very weary hamsters making their way home, they have had a wonderful night at The Hall and will remember it for many years.