Hi Stu Sounds like there's not to much of a shortfall expected. My way of looking at it is, others seem to do lots in running the forum, events, entertainment, etc and then there's us who just turn up and enjoy. I would therefore be more than happy to donate to assist with the shortfall. To keep things anonymous (and easier cause the venue is all ours for the night) a donation box with the £ amount needed written on the side to let people pop in a donation as they wish to and in this way not alienate those who aren't in a position to donate. Just a thought Nice idea Terry but honestly its not going to be a lot if any now there was the added cost of a portaloo for the night as the toilets will be shut when the pub closes and this has turned out a lot cheaper then I thought