National Charity Today Awards™ 2026
Gala Lunch Ceremony
Wednesday, 14 October 2026
Venue Details
Holiday Inn Peterborough West
Holiday Inn Peterborough West, Thorpe Wood, Peterborough PE3 6SG
Order of Proceedings
Arrivals & Networking
Guests arrive at the venue, collect their table assignments, and enjoy welcome drinks in a relaxed setting. This is the first opportunity to reconnect with colleagues, meet new faces from across the charity sector, and soak up the atmosphere of the day. Conversations begin, introductions are made, and the tone for the afternoon is set.
The Grand Foyer
Duration: 60 minutes
Welcome & Introductions
The formal programme opens with a warm welcome from the host, introducing the National Charity Today Awards™ and outlining the flow of the afternoon. Guests are welcomed, sponsors acknowledged, and the importance of coming together to celebrate impact across the charity sector is highlighted.
The Buckingham Suite
Duration: 15 minutes
Three-Course Gala Lunch
Guests are served an exquisite three-course gala lunch, prepared by award-winning chefs. This is a moment to relax, enjoy the hospitality, and continue conversations at the table while taking in the occasion and surroundings.
The Buckingham Suite
Duration: 100 minutes
Raffle
The afternoon continues with the raffle, offering guests the chance to support the event through a range of carefully selected prizes.
The Buckingham Suite
Duration: 15 minutes
Magic
Guests are treated to a live magic performance by Oliver Couchman, also known as Revilo Twist.
The Buckingham Suite
First Round of Awards Presentations
The first round of awards.
The Buckingham Suite
Duration: 45 minutes
Entertainment
Guests enjoy live entertainment, providing an uplifting and celebratory interlude in the afternoon.
The Buckingham Suite
Duration: 15 minutes
Second Round of Awards Presentations
The second round of awards.
The Buckingham Suite
Duration: 45 minutes
Closing Remarks
The afternoon draws to a close with final remarks from the host. This includes words of thanks to sponsors, partners, nominees, and guests, as well as reflections on the day’s celebrations and an announcement regarding next year’s National Charity Today Awards™.
The Buckingham Suite
Duration: 15 minutes
Photographs & Interviews
Following the formal programme, winners, finalists, and guests are invited to take official photographs and participate in short interviews. This provides an opportunity to capture memories of the day and share stories of impact across Charity Today’s platforms.
The Grand Foyer
Duration: 60 minutes
Important Information
- •Dress Code: Navy and Gold theme
- •Arrival Time:: Please arrive by 11:30 AM for registration
- •Parking: Free parking available at the venue, register vehicle at reception
- •Photography: Professional photographers will be present throughout the event
- •Dietary Requirements: Please inform us of any dietary requirements via the menu form at least 14 days before the event
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© 2026 National Charity Today Awards™ - A Charity Today initiative