One month on and we are taking a moment to celebrate the success that was our Traitors Party – the first of its kind in Aberdeen!

On Friday 20th March we welcomed 150 guests to Norwood Hall Hotel for an unforgettable evening inspired by the hit BBC show The Traitors. From the moment guests arrived and were greeted with a welcome drink, the atmosphere was buzzing. Despite not knowing what games of betrayal and deception lay ahead…

At the outset each player was presented with a black envelope containing their secret role for the evening. An unknown number of Traitors were embedded at each table – now the game was officially on. Could the Faithful uncloak the Traitors amongst them?!

Thanks to outstanding hosting from Original 106’s Pete McIntosh, the players were guided through team missions to earn points for their table. Then it was time for the murders and banishments… friendships were tested; conspiracy theories were debated and accusations flew (which was every bit as entertaining as we hoped)!!

As the night unfolded and players were gradually eliminated, tension built right up until the final reveal and the room erupted when it turned out that the last remaining player was a… Traitor and walked away with the cash prize.

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A charity that’s given so much to my family

The brainwave idea for this unique fundraising event came from Avril Millington, who is a parent of a service user – she suggested using the popularity of The Traitors to create a different kind of event to raise money for the charity. As Avril explains:

“The reason I wanted to organise this event for SensationALL is deeply personal. I have been supported by the charity through their parent group for several years, and I’ve seen first-hand how life-changing this supportive community can be, as I’ve been able to meet other people facing similar challenges to me.

Even while waiting for a formal diagnosis for my son, I’ve been able to access help for both him and myself. SensationALL’s fun and inclusive activities mean I have a place to take him where his needs are accommodated without judgement. I have also had access to their training courses, which have given me a greater understanding of how to best meet his needs, as well as my own.

SensationALL has been there for our family during some of our most challenging moments, and I wanted to find a way to give something meaningful back. Combining a fun, engaging event with fundraising felt like the perfect way to do that. What was an ambitious idea became an outstanding reality, and I’m absolutely delighted with the amount raised.”

An incredible £13,000 raised

While the evening was packed with laughter, intrigue and plenty of dramatic reveals, its real impact goes far beyond entertainment. Thanks to the generosity of everyone who attended, our wonderful sponsors and supporters, we raised an incredible £13,000 in one night.

This money will directly support neurodivergent children, young people and adults across the north east, helping SensationALL continue to deliver vital play sessions, social groups and ongoing support for individuals with additional needs. Knowing that one evening can help make such a tangible difference is incredibly moving.

We couldn’t have put on this event without the support of our sponsors – Jenna Mitchell Coaching, STATS Group and Scotgrip International – as well as everyone who donated raffle prizes and every single person who bought a ticket. And not forgetting our amazing volunteers who helped on the night, keeping everything running smoothly through the game.

Events like this truly showcase the power of community, and we are so grateful for everyone’s input in making this event a massive success.

What’s next for SensationALL?

Fundraising events are essential for SensationALL to continue growing and supporting even more families. We are now looking for sponsors for the Masked Ball this September, which is the highlight of our fundraising calendar.

This year’s masked theme shines a light on the experience of “masking” for neurodivergent individuals – and the impact it can have on mental health, identity and self‑expression. The event will take place at The Chester Hotel, with a drinks reception, three‑course meal and live entertainment included.

If you or your business are interested in sponsoring the event, you’ll be helping cover essential costs such as catering and entertainment, ensuring that every pound raised can go directly towards supporting SensationALL’s services in 2026 and beyond.

Please get in touch if you’d like to know more events@SensationALL.org.uk.

Thank you for helping SensationALL continue to make a difference.