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CHARITY WALK RETURNS AFTER £ 250K MILESTONE
A charity in Kent is hosting its second annual charity walk months after hitting an incredible fundraising milestone . The Evie Dove Foundation , set up in loving memory of Evie Dove , a local girl who died from a brain tumour in March 2022 , raises funds to sponsor the education of passionate paediatricians .
Following the loss of their beautiful daughter , parents Howard and Katie wanted to do something to honour Evie and , inspired by her health care assistant , Cuba , the family set up the charity raising funds to help support clinicians in advancing their careers without the financial burden or fees or additional expenses on their shoulders . Cuba wanted to train to become a doctor and was the very first ‘ Evie Dove Hero ’ to receive sponsorship .
Now , just two years on , the charity has hit a staggering £ 250,000 in fundraising , sponsoring over 70 NHS professionals in a variety of specialities . On 7 September they have their annual Evie Dove Foundation Walk , a 17-mile walk along the coastline of Folkestone and Hythe , and the charity are encouraging locals within the community to come along and get involved in what is a fun and enjoyable day event . The charity is being supported by local alehouse and kitchen , Unit 1 , where the walk will both begin and end , with plenty of cooked breakfasts at the start line and pizza and beer when people finish .
Last year , the walk saw over 200 people line the coast with a sea of pink shirts and people stopped throughout the day to ask all about the charity and how they could support the event itself . The event went on to raise an impressive £ 28,000 sponsoring seven clinicians , including supporting Cuba for a second year as he continues his training to become a doctor .
To join the charity and take part in the event , simply head to the website and grab your £ 10 ticket . The charity is also running a short three-mile canal walk as an alternative option .
www . theeviedovefoundation . org
EXPERT LINEUP FOR BIGGEST EVER SOUTH-EAST PROPERTY EXPO
Leading Kent law firm , Thackray Williams , is hosting its biggest ever property exposition , giving everyone from first-time buyers to seasoned developers access to expert advice from industry heavyweights including interior designer and TV personality , Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen .
Aimed at connecting anyone with a property interest with trusted suppliers and advisors under one roof , visitors will be able to gain expert insight from a lineup of industry experts including property expert , writer and broadcaster , Kunle Barker ; multi-award-winning surveyor , Colin Horton ; local architect and PassivHaus specialist , James Galpin from Hazle McCormack Young LLP ; and the creators of award-winning local Sevenoaks co-working space , Limetree Workshop - Sandie Johnston and Cathy Emmins - at the show , which will take place in the new location of the Knole Academy to provide extra capacity in response to its growing popularity .
Additional expertise includes mortgage advisors and accountants to help navigate the financial aspects , interior designers and house-stagers to bring your vision to life , as well as auctioneers to explore alternative buying options .
“ The South East Property Expo offers a treasure trove of benefits for attendees ,” says Katrina Walker , head of business development and client relationships at
SIDEWAYS MEDIA CONFIRMED AS NEW OWNER / OPERATOR OF THE KENT WEDDING AWARDS
An exciting new venture begins for insideKENT ’ s publishers , Sideways Media , as it proudly announces the acquisition of The Kent Wedding Awards .
The exciting news means that award-winning Sideways Media , the family-owned and operated independent media , marketing , publishing and events company , will now be bringing their knowledge and insight of the local wedding industry to the prestigious Kent Wedding Awards , where the best of Kent ’ s suppliers are recognised and celebrated each year .
Adam and Sam Ready , Sideways Media ’ s directors , are thrilled to be taking on the new venture , commenting : “ We ’ re absolutely
Thackray Williams . “ From industry expert talks featuring TV personalities and local specialists to a wide range of exhibitors covering everything from financing to renovations , the expo empowers attendees with knowledge and resources .
“ Whether you ’ re looking to buy your first home , develop properties , or simply explore the property market , you ’ ll find valuable connections through networking events and gain actionable information to propel you Forward . Expect to leave feeling informed and inspired with a network of professionals to support your property journey .”
The South East Property Expo takes place from 10am to 3pm on Monday 23 September at The Knole Academy , with a Networking Breakfast from 8.30am ; tickets are available from sepropertyexpo . co . uk .
delighted to welcome The Kent Wedding Awards to Sideways ’ growing Kentish portfolio . As publishers of insideKENT and A Kentish Ceremony magazines , we ’ ve seen firsthand how important these awards are in showcasing and celebrating the finest venues and suppliers in the county , and the positive impact they have on both businesses and the couples who choose to celebrate their marriage , civil partnership or renewal of vows in Kent . We can ’ t wait to continue the amazing work that Brilliant Marketing Solutions started , while bringing a renewed Sideway ’ s creative energy to the awards . We look forward to hosting our first awards in January 2025 and to announcing more soon .”
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