Holi fundraiser at Lakeside to support Mountbatten and Dementia UK

A Holi-themed fundraising evening will be held at Lakeside Park Hotel & Spa on 7 March 2026 to raise money for Mountbatten Isle of Wight and the Dementia UK Admiral Nurses (IW) Appeal, with tickets priced at £80 and a programme of dinner and entertainment.

A Holi-themed fundraising evening is planned at Lakeside Park Hotel & Spa on 7 March 2026 to support Mountbatten Isle of Wight and the Dementia UK Admiral Nurses (IW) Appeal. The event is hosted by Jessy and Arun Gulati and coincides with the Hindu festival of colours. The organisers say colours will not be thrown, though guests may choose a small mark of colour on the forehead or cheek. The evening will include dance, dinner and a silent auction to raise funds. Event details: - Date and location: 7 March 2026 at Lakeside Park Hotel & Spa. - Schedule: a classical Indian dance, cocktail reception from 18:30, guests seated by 19:30 for a three-course dinner, followed by Bollywood-style entertainment and some English dancing. - Additional attractions: a silent auction, henna hand painting and a photo booth with Indian headgear; dress code is colourful or black tie, Indian or English tradition, or a mix. - Ticketing and contact: tickets are £80 per person and include welcome drinks, dinner and entertainment; contact Jessy Gulati at [email protected] or on 07531 306693. Summary: The evening aims to raise money for Mountbatten Isle of Wight and the Dementia UK Admiral Nurses (IW) Appeal and the hosts hope it will become an annual event. Lady Grylls has highlighted the need for a Dementia UK-trained nurse hosted by the Mountbatten Hospice Charity and the hope that a benefactor or company will support the associated costs. The next key date is the event on 7 March 2026.