A star-studded charity ball in Glasgow has helped raise £57,000 for Epilepsy Scotland.

The event at the Marriott Hotel on October 12 marked the 70th anniversary of the charity and was attended by more than 250 guests.

TV and radio presenter Jennifer Reoch hosted the event, which included performances from Michelle McManus, The Jersey Notes, and The Tartan Tenor.

(Image: Colin Hattersley) BBC's Bargain Hunt star Natasha Raskin Sharp led a grand auction, where attendees bid on prizes including Andre Rieu VIP tickets, a four-ball round at Turnberry, Peter Kay VIP tickets, private wine tasting, and VIP hospitality tickets at Ibrox and Celtic Park.

(Image: Colin Hattersley) The funds raised are crucial for Epilepsy Scotland, which needs more than £700,000 annually to provide social support for people affected by epilepsy in Scotland.

(Image: Colin Hattersley) The evening also saw the premiere of a short film about death and epilepsy, highlighting the reality that almost 300 people die from the condition each year in Scotland.

(Image: Colin Hattersley) Lesslie Young, chief executive of Epilepsy Scotland, said: "A big thank you to everyone who helped us celebrate 70 years of Epilepsy Scotland and raise an incredible amount which will help us continue to be there for people living with epilepsy and their families.

(Image: Colin Hattersley) "There has been real progress made in epilepsy care over the past seven decades, including improvements in diagnostics, treatment, and management.

"By improving both, we could see a real reduction in the stigma that still attaches itself to the condition that affects many on a daily basis."