24/06/2026
🐾 Join us for a very special evening as we celebrate 55 years of rescuing and rehoming homeless and abandoned pets in Watford.
Every year, our Watford rescue centre finds loving homes for around 450 animals, with almost two-thirds having been found stray or abandoned. But after decades of service, our centre is in urgent need of redevelopment and, without it, the current facilities are unlikely to survive another winter.
This event is not only a celebration of animal rescue, but also of Watford itself – the community that has supported us for 55 years. Hosted at one of the town’s most prestigious venues, guests will enjoy an unforgettable evening featuring:
✨ Live entertainment from Watford favourites and X Factor winners Rak-Su
🎹 A spectacular Sir Elton John tribute performance by Elite Elton, the UK’s No.1 Elton John tribute act
🍽️ Three courses of fine dining, including wine, followed by coffee and petit fours
🎤 Hosted by British actor and passionate animal advocate Peter Egan
🔨 A high-value silent and live auction, with the live auction hosted by BBC’s Paul Martin
📸 Professional photography by Jermaine Chandra, with studio-style portraits available on the night – with 15% of every purchase donated to the centre rebuild project
Together, we’ll honour 55 years of saving lives and help ensure our rescue centre can continue caring for homeless and abandoned pets for generations to come.
🐶🐱 We’d love you to be part of this special occasion. To find out more and secure your place, visit our Gala page: https://www.nawt.org.uk/get-involved/events/nawt-charity-gala/