Dear Supporter,
We are excited to invite you to our first Dinner Show Charity Fundraiser on 28th February 2026 at the Apex Hotel, Bath. Expect an evening of top-quality amateur boxing as up to 20 of the best boxers from across the South West compete for the Elite Western Counties Challenge Belts.
The Challenge Belts offer a fantastic opportunity for competitors performing at an international standard, helping them remain active, continue to box regularly and gain meaningful ring experience. At this level, boxers face limited opportunities to compete, and struggle to be matched on club shows. Unless selected for one of the few available spots in the England squad, many would only compete up to twice per season.
By bridging the gap between novice boxing and full England-level competition, the Challenge Belts keep elite athletes engaged in the sport and provide high quality contests needed to prevent talented boxers from drifting away due to inactivity. Winners of the Elite Western Counties Challenge Belts also earn the right to contest National Elite Belts, further raising their profile.
With these stakes in play, you can expect fierce, well-matched bouts from skilled and seasoned competitors across a full card, each determined to claim the title.
This competition also plays a crucial role in sustaining the sport within the region. Entry fees from Challenge Belt bouts go directly to the Western Counties, which currently faces a shortage of funding from other sources. By attending, you are directly supporting the development of local boxing at all levels.
Event Schedule & Dining
Doors open at 5.30pm, where you will be welcomed with a glass of prosecco. Guests will take their seats at 6.30pm for a three-course dinner.
Please select one starter, one main course, and one dessert for each guest from the options below. Dietary needs will be catered for on request. Please note that all dishes are prepared in a kitchen where nuts, gluten, and other food allergens are present. Freshly baked bread and butter will be served with starters. Two bottles of wine will be provided per table, and the bar will remain open throughout the evening.
STARTERS
- Roasted vegetable, mascarpone & crepe gateau, tomato concasse, honey vinaigrette
or - Chicken & pancetta terrine, onion & grape chutney, toasted sourdough
MAIN COURSES
- Pan-fried chicken, potato & chervil cake, roasted butternut & sweet potato parmentier, baby vegetables, red wine jus
or - Tagliatelle arrabbiata, roasted peppers, parmesan shavings
DESSERTS
- Baked New York vanilla cheesecake, caramel sauce, honeycomb pieces
or - Sticky toffee pudding, toffee sauce, vanilla ice cream
Following dinner, the boxing will commence at 8.45pm and conclude at 11.30pm.
Tickets & Booking
The dress code for this prestigious event is black tie.
Tickets are available at £85 per person, or £800 for a table of 10.
As this is an important fundraiser for our charity, refunds are not permitted. If you are unable to attend, subject to the event being sold out, we will endeavour to assist with reselling your tickets.
To book your place, please RSVP by email to secretary@romanboxing.co.uk with the booking lead’s name and the number of tickets required, and we will arrange for payment. Dinner choices and any dietary requirements must reach us by 1st February 2026, after which we cannot guarantee your selections. If booking a table of 10, please do let us know if you would like a name or company logo displayed in place of a table number.
Please feel free to share this invitation with anyone who would be interested in attending.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Darren Sullivan,
Head Coach