Downton Abbey themed, Charity Gala Dinner
2025-09-13 18:00 - 23:30 (Europe/London)
Step back in time for a Downton Abbey-inspired evening at the elegant Manor Hotel Meriden in Warwickshire, all in support of an award-winning charity aiding the NHS by providing CuddleCots across the UK.
The Luca Foundation invites you to an enchanting night, where you’ll dine on a sumptuous three-course meal, enjoy lively auctions, raffles, and dance the night away alongside celebrity guests. In true aristocratic style, the grand surroundings of the manor, with its timeless charm, will transport you to an era of grace and grandeur.
As you bask in the manor’s opulence, we’ll raise vital funds to support NHS Maternity, NICU, and Paediatric wards. Don’t miss this exquisite event for a noble cause!
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Bridgerton meets Bollywood themed, Charity Gala Dinner 2026
2026-09-26 18:00 - 23:30
Table host guest planner? Contact us for a custom link to send to your party: info@thelucafoundation.org.uk
2026 The Luca Foundation Gala dinner.
Theme is, Bridgerton meets Bollywood.
Date: Saturday 26th September 2026
Venue: National Conference Centre & The National Motorcycle Museum, Coventry Road, Bickenhill
West Midlands Solihull B92 0EJ
Costs: Ticket cost £95 per person or table of 10 for £900
Menu

DRINKS RECEPTION & CANAPÉS
Tikki Channa Pinewood Boat
Mini pan fried potato cutlet served on a bed of tangy chickpeas garnished with imli chutney and
served in a pinewood boat! Ce
Vegetable Tempura Cones
A selection of vegetables coated in a tangy tempura batter and deep fried until golden. Gu
Masala Fish & Chip Cones
Diced cod fillet marinated in a tangy ‘tandoori’ style batter and deep fried & served in a pinewood
cone accompanied with hand cut chips. Fi; Gu; Mu; So
Chicken Tikka Skewers
Tender chicken pieces marinated in aromatic spices. Da

PLATED APPETISER
Chaat Martini, Papri Crisps, Spicy Potato & Chickpea Yoghurt, Mango
Mint Jam (v)
A playful chaat in a glass with papri crisps, tangy potato-chickpea yoghurt, and sweet mango mint
jam.

MAIN COURSE

Butter Chicken
Marinated boneless chicken oven baked and finished in a rich creamy sauce. Da
Lamb Kofta Curry
Juicy lamb meatballs cooked in a rich, spiced gravy. –
Mixed Vegetable Jalfrezi
An array of sautéed fresh vegetables cooked in a traditional masala turka. n/a
Tarka Daal
Tempered lentils forming a thick textured soup. Garnished with pan fried onions, garlic, & cumin.

SIDES
Jeera Rice
Rice flavoured with cumin & onion.
Tandoori Naan
Classic Indian unleavened Tandoori bread cooked in a clay oven and brushed with butter. Gu
Dahi Raita
Yoghurt infused with grated cucumber and fresh dry roasted cumin Da
Salad

DESSERT

Gulab Jaman
Indian syrupy doughnuts. Da; Gu
Mango Kulfi
Luxury Indian mango infused ice cream.
Vegan ‘Salted Caramel’ Chocolate Brownie
Infused salted caramel fudge like chocolate cake n/a
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