The Polytechnic Lodge

📍 Bournemouth Carlton Signature Hotel
📅 Friday 18th – Sunday 20th September 2026

Join us for a spectacular weekend by the sea as we celebrate the quasquicentennial year of the Polytechnic Lodge with our much-loved Ladies Festival! Returning to the stunning Bournemouth Carlton Hotel, this elegant venue offers breathtaking coastal views, Edwardian charm, and first-class hospitality.

Whether you’re relaxing by the heated pools, dancing into the early hours, or simply soaking up the seaside atmosphere, this promises to be a weekend to remember.

🥂 Weekend Highlights

• Friday Welcome Dinner with entertainment

• Saturday Gala Night:

  • Drinks reception

  • 4-course banquet

  • Toastmaster & professional photographer

  • Dancing until 1:00 AM

  • Gifts for every lady and amazing raffle prizes

• Sunday: Leisurely breakfast & fond farewells

🛏️ Accommodation Options

• Full Weekend Package – 2 nights, all meals, and festivities – £199 pp

• Saturday Night Only – Gala evening + stay – £179 pp

• Gala Only – For locals or day guests – £90 pp

Flexible payment plans and room upgrades available.

🌟 Support SNAP

This year, we proudly support SNAP (Special Needs And Parents) – a heartfelt charity offering vital support to families of children with additional needs. Every raffle ticket helps!