R2R Events 2024 – Dates for the Diary
Still to Come in 2024…
Golf to Reward – 04/09/24
The R2R Golf Day is back once again!
Whether you’re the next Rory Mcllroy, or really excel at playing the 19th hole, Golf to Reward had something for everyone! A fantastic day of fun and fundraising is back once again for the 4th iteration.
Your day includes 18 holes at the stunning Barton on Sea Golf Club, complete with nearest the pins and a putting competition, a goody bag for each golfer, and dinner and drinks at the beautiful 4* Harbour Hotel Christchurch with after dinner speaker Graham Poll and a fantastic auction. £440 for a team of 4. All spaces now taken! To join the waiting list or get involved in another capacity get in touch – adam.terpening@roomtoreward.org.
The Great Hampshire Menu – 15/11/24
Celebrating the best of Hampshire!
After the fantastic success of The Great Dorset Menu in 2023, we are heading up the coast to bring the best chefs and produce in Hampshire together for an unforgettable night of food and fundraising. Hosted at the fantastic Harbour Hotel Southampton, the night will see Luke Matthews (Chewton Glen), Dan Rogan (AO), Andy Wright (The Pig) and Luke Holder (Limewood) compete to land the coveted Champion’s Apron, memorably claimed by Alex Aitken last year.
Of course, it’s not just about food – with refreshments from celebrated vineyards and breweries across the county providing the perfect accompaniments and a host of unique experiences combining to provide a night that’s sure to live long in the memory.
For more info and tickets, head this way.
Huge thanks to our wonderful event sponsors: Triple FFF Brewery, Hattingley Valley, Candover Brook, New Forest Teas, Highball Cocktails, Isle of Wight Distillery, Country Fare, Katie Mawson Flower Design, Harbour Hotels, A3 designs, Helen McGinn, Danebury Wines.
Hospitality Events
AA Hospitality Awards – 23/09/24
The AA Hospitality Awards is AA Hotel & Hospitality Services’ annual black tie event. It’s a highlight in the industry calendar with over 1,000 guests from hotel and restaurants across the UK. Attended by world-renowned chefs, prominent hoteliers, restaurateurs, hospitality gurus and key media, plus a celebrity host to hold proceedings together, it’s a fantastic evening to network and celebrate success in the industry. Find out more.
Independent Hotel Show – 15-16/10/24
Independent Hotel Show is the only industry event dedicated entirely to the needs of luxury and boutique hoteliers. The Independent Hotel Show is Britain’s best loved, biggest and most comprehensive business event for the luxury, boutique and independent hotel sector. Inspirational discussions and practical seminars address industry concerns and exciting developments for hoteliers to stay ahead in this fast-changing sector. The show presents a carefully curated collection of over 250 exhibitors, showcasing the most innovative ideas, products and services, flourishing within this creative and compelling industry. We strive to deliver a guest experience above and beyond that of the typical trade show so whether you’re looking for inspiration from our sublime designers, innovation from leading technology suppliers, or simply to discover something new for your hotel, we’re confident you’ll discover the solutions you are searching for! Find out more
Boutique Hotelier Awards – 15/10/24
The Boutique Hotelier Awards reward the best hotels in the country, recognise the most innovative new products and mark the achievements of excellent staff and employers in the hospitality sector, after a year of recovery and new challenges. The glittering awards ceremony is held on the first night of the Independent Hotel Show. The event is business formal (black tie optional) and will include a sparkling Champagne reception and a three-course dinner, as well as the presentation of awards to the country’s best hotels and spas, alongside the greatest brands they sell. Key members of staff and teams are also applauded.
Previously in 2024…
Sail to Reward Regatta – 10/06/2024
We got back out on the water!
The second iteration of the Sail to Reward Regatta was an unforgettable, record-breaking day. 14 teams took to The Solent to compete, 150 people came to dinner, our incredible event sponsors and supporters made it possible and we raised over £25,000! Thank you to everyone – the sailors, sponsors, supporters, guests, prize donors and bidders – who made Sail to Reward possible. The funds that will help us make a real difference to charities, communities and the Hidden Heroes who do so much for them. Enjoy the story, pictures and video of an incredible day here.
Sail to Reward 2025 is on the 9th June – see you there!
A Look Back @ 2023…
The Great Dorset Menu – 10/11/23
Enjoying the best Dorset dishes created by the best Dorset Chefs!
This extraordinary fundraising dinner united some of Dorset’s finest chefs – Alex Aitken, Mark Hix, Colin Nash and Michael Moirinho – and produce – Conker Gin, Shanty Vodka, Langham wines, English Oak Vineyard and much much more – to craft an unforgettable drinks reception and 5-course menu. An unforgettable evening that raised more than £10k for R2R and saw Chef Alex take home the now-coveted trophy!
2024 will see the Great Hampshire Menu at Harbour Hotel Southampton. More info further up the page!
Golf to Reward – 13/09/23
The R2R Golf Day came back once again!
The 3rd iteration of Golf to Reward had something for everyone. Another fantastic day of golf, food and fundraising that raised over £9k to R2R.
Huge thanks to the amazing Luther Blissett for fantastic after dinner entertainment, q&a and auction, everyone who entered a team, bought an auction prize and raffle ticket and who helped make the day happen. Enjoy some pictures here.
Sail to Reward Regatta – 19/06/2023
We went sailing – Brand new for 2023!
We are absolutely thrilled to announce that the first ever Sail to Reward fundraising regatta was an amazing success. An unforgettable day on the water, followed by a fantastic evening’s dinner and auction, raised more than £20,000! An incredible total that will have a huge impact on our mission to give back to the Hidden Heroes.
Relax to Reward Farncombe Estate – 15/05/2023
Fun and fundraising in luxurious surroundings!
Read all about an amazing day with a team of local yoga, pilates, fitness and well-being gurus for an unforgettable day of relaxation, exploration and fundraising at the gorgeous 5* The Fish Hotel on the stunning Farncombe Estate.
The wonderful support we receive through various fundraising initiatives enable us to deliver our objectives and give more breaks to some truly remarkable volunteers. Every penny that’s raised and donated makes a real difference to charities, communities and the Hidden Heroes that do so much for them.
- Corporate Sponsorship: We are extremely grateful to all of our amazing corporate sponsors. Find out who they are here. Interested in sponsoring R2R? Find out more about our partnerships here and get in touch!
- Fundraising Campaigns: From dish donations and collection tins to dinners and events. there are all sorts of ways you can fundraise for R2R in the hotel. If you’d like a collection tin, let us know. Alternatively, we have put together some QR code displays below for simple, straightforward donations.
- Challenges: Some incredible people have run the white cliffs, swam the Solent, trekked the South West Coast Path and cycled for miles on end to raise money for R2R. Use your next adventure to raise vital funds so we can reach more Hidden Heroes.