BEN, the automotive industry charity, is offering places at its evening reception at St James’s Palace on November 14.

Tickets cost £100 for an audience with Princess Alexandra, champagne and canapés.

Gerard Barclay, chief executive at BEN, said: “BEN has been privileged over the past 40 years to have Princess Alexandra as its patron and we are delighted that Her Royal Highness is able to celebrate this auspicious occasion with us.”

To purchase tickets contact Jane Slaughter on 01344 294755 or email jane.slaughter@ben.org.uk.