The event taking takes place on Friday 8 May at Ayr Racecourse to celebrate the Scotland men’s football team qualifying for the World Cup for the first time in 28 years and raise vital funds for the hospice.

The evening is hosted by Scottish sports broadcaster and journalist Jim Delahunt with highlights including a Have I Got News For You-style quiz, featuring a showdown between former football legends John Collins and Arthur Numan (Scotland vs. The Rest of the World).

The event includes a live auction, silent auction, and raffle. 

Peter McNamara, Holmes Mackillop director and head of its Ayr office, said: “We are delighted to continue our support for the Ayrshire Hospice by sponsoring the Road to the World Cup dinner that will be a fantastic night of entertainment in support of a great cause.

“The work that the Ayrshire Hospice does in our community is vital and so highly valued by the good folk of Ayrshire. We are proud to be a Gold Sponsor of this event.”

Tracy Flynn, chief executive of the Ayrshire Hospice, said: “We are incredibly grateful to Holmes Mackillop for their generous support of the Road to the World Cup Dinner

“Their commitment enables us to deliver what promises to be a standout evening of sporting entertainment, while helping raise vital funds to support patients and families across Ayrshire. Events like this are made possible through the backing of valued partners such as Holmes Mackillop.”