Fundraising dinner raises £205k for Spartans Community Charity

Guests including football stars Jamie Redknapp, Scott Brown, Liam Henderson and former Scotland captain Chris Paterson were amongst those who enjoyed a night of comedy and inspirational stories at the annual showcase event.

Edinburgh Fringe favourite Jason Byrne was on hand for the second year in succession to entertain over 400 attendees who dug deep to raise the six-figure sum.

There was also an additional boost for the Edinburgh Sick Kids too, as Liam Henderson, now at Celtic FC, donated his Hibernian FC Scottish Cup Final winning jersey which was scooped up for a whopping £7,000.

Former Scottish rugby legend Andy Nicol used his persuasive skills within the auction, which included a winning bid from Scott Brown to spend time on the golf course with Jamie Redknapp.

It was only left to compere Gordon to close with news that a new record total of £205,000 had been raised on the night.