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The Alchemy Social

20TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

SATURDAY 11th OCTOBER 2025
Carnival Hall, Basingstoke

We’re marking two decades of dance, community, and unforgettable moments – and you’re invited to celebrate with us in true Alchemy style!

Joining your hosts Marchant & Davina and the Alchemy team we are delighted to welcome our special guests

 

  • Leon Rose & Anna Villa (Paris) - Afternoon masterclass, evening class & performance

  • DJ Cruz (Mambo City, London)

  • DJ Tuli (London)

  • Bubblegum Media (London)

SCHEDULE

2-4pm

On2 Special Workshop with Leon Rose, Anna Villa, Marchant and Davina.

Collaborative workshop between the four artists - partnerwork, mens shines, ladies styling.

Advance booking only.

Further info and registration here.

8.30-9.30pm 

Salsa On2 classes for all levels with Leon Rose & Anna Villa and the Alchemy team. 

9.30pm-2am 

SALSA SOCIAL - Special guest DJs - DJ Cruz and DJ Tuli will be supplying the hottest salsa - mambo, salsa dura, guaguanco, romantica, latin jazz and cha cha grooves. 

10.30pm

PERFORMANCES BY

  • Leon & Anna

  • Marchant & Davina

  • Alchemy Dance Company

VENUE:

Carnival Hall, Council Road Basingstoke RG21 3DH

 

Our much-loved venue, Carnival Hall, boasts a stunning wall-to-wall sprung wooden floor—perfect for dancing—and the added convenience of free parking. Ideally located, it’s just a short walk from Basingstoke town centre.

ENTRY:

£15 on the door

£10 Alchemy Members (Academy and online members who pay monthly membership)

We accept cash, card and contactless payment.

PARKING:

Free car park and on-road

BAR:

There is no bar. We provide free water all night and limited soft drinks. You are also welcome to bring your own drinks, however we respectfully request that alcohol is consumed sensibly.

DRESS CODE:

Bring the Glam ... Saturday Smart with a Black & Gold Twist

TRAVEL:

Driving, it is easily accessed from several major routes including M3 (Junction 6), M4, A33, A303. 

To give people travelling an idea of distance... London (M3) 45 minutes, Oxford (south) 50 minutes, Portsmouth 50 minutes, Reading 25 minutes, Southampton 35 minutes, Winchester 20 minutes. Map below.
Basingstoke train station is approx 15 minute walk through the town centre. It is on the South West Trains direct line from London Waterloo - Bournemouth/Poole

HOTELS: 

Premier Inn – 3-minute walk from Carnival Hall

Red Lion Hotel – 10-minute walk, in Basingstoke town centre

FOOD:

The high street and Festival Place Shopping centre with many eateries are a 5-10 minute walk from Carnival Hall. 

www.festivalplace.co.uk/dining

Adults age 18+ only

FUTURE DATES 2025

29th November - Last Party of 2025

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