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A Month-by-Month Guide to Events Around the Country

with a champagne reception followed by dinner and dancing until the early hours. In aid of Co-operation Ireland, Ireland’ s leading peace-building charity. Dress: Black Tie. Price: £ 3,000 for a table of 12; £ 2,500 for a table of 10; £ 250 for a ticket. Contact: Janet Brennan. Tel: [phone]. Email: jbrennan @ cooperationireland. org

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THE AUTUMN LUNCH Four Seasons Hotel, London. A five star occasion at which guests are treated to a champagne reception, threecourse lunch, live auction and a celebrity guest speaker. Price: £ 120. In aid of Marie Curie Cancer Care. E-mail: specialevents @ mariecurie. org. uk Tel: [phone].

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Haven House Children’ s Hospice,

Woodford Green. After the success of our first firewalk, we are running this challenge once again the night before Bonfire Night. Put your bravery to the test by walking across 20 feet of wood embers burning at 1,235’ F. There will be a BBQ, refreshments and a brilliant firework display to enjoy. Price: Registration £ 30; Minimum Sponsorship £ 150. In aid of Haven House. www. havenhouse. org. uk Tel: [phone].

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Glaziers Hall, London. Join us for the Wine Tasting with a twist. If you think you know your sauvignon from your soave, then come and prove your knowledge at this event. In aid of British Red Cross. 220 guests anticipated. Price: £ 45. E-mail: lmclellan @ redcross. org. uk Tel: Louisa Mclellan, 020 7577 7602.

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GREAT BRITISH CHEFS DINNER The Guildhall, London. Join us for another gastronomic gala fundraising evening. You’ ll have the chance to bid on some money-can’ t-buy prizes and take part in a restaurant raffle. You’ ll also get to enjoy an amazing Michelin star meal prepared by: Starter by Mark Birchall; Pasta by Francesco Apreda; Fish by Mark Jordan and Main by Simon Hulstone. In aid of NSPCC. Price: Premium tables of 12: £ 8,000; Standard tables of 10: £ 6,000. E-mail: Jessie. schlagman @ nspcc. org. uk Tel: [phone].

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VENUE EXPO( 8th-9th) Exhibition Centre Liverpool. The Venue Expo, which is free-to-attend, returns for its third year and is set to connect the events industry with a vast array of venues, destinations and event services with an aim to provide outstanding business opportunities for both exhibitors and buyers. For More Information: www. thevenueexpo. co. uk

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SPARKS RUGBY LEGENDS DINNER

Grange City Hotel, 7pm to 11pm. Don’ t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to hear rugby tales and strong opinions galore from your Rugby heroes including Martin Johnson CBE, Austin Healey, Ben Laden, Phil Vickery MBE and Matt Dawson MBE. In aid of Sparks. 300 guests anticipated. Price: From £ 1750 for a table of 10. E-mail: events @ sparks. org. uk Tel: [phone].

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ADMIRAL NURSE GALA BALL Brocket Hall Golf Club, Hertfordshire, 7pm to Midnight. Come and join us for a sparking fun evening with a drinks reception, delicious three-course dinner followed by a live auction then dance the night away with our fabulous 12 piece band Kicking Back. In aid of Admiral Nurses and Dementia UK who look after the care of a loved one with dementia. Price: £ 55; table of 10 £ 500. E-mail: jan @ grannyjanny. co. uk Tel: [phone].

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CHRISTMAS FAIR St Bede’ s Conference Centre, North Cheam, 10am to 3pm. Throughout the year Christmas items are donated to the shops and are then sold at the fair along with knitted items, home-made cakes and jams, as well as plants and books. In aid of St Raphael’ s Hospice. E-mail: stuartmaslin @ straphaels. org. uk Tel: [phone].

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WANDSWORTH FRIENDS FABULOUS CHRISTMAS FAIR St Lukes Church, London, 15th-16th. Once again holding their fabulous Christmas Fair with 20 brand new stallholders, this year is set to be the best yet! Stalls include jewellery, toys, gadgets, Christmas cards, fashion items, books, etc. Sponsor: Knight Frank. Tuesday Preview Evening 6.30pm to 9.30pm. Enjoy a glass of wine and some delicious nibbles whilst searching for special gifts. Price: £ 12 or 2 for £ 20. Wednesday All Day 8.30am to 3.30pm. A Silent Auction, Christmas Lucky Dip Tree and the opportunity to get amazing bargains. Price: £ 5. In aid of Royal Trinity Hospice. E-mail: lquinn @ royaltrinityhospice. london Tel: [phone].

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CHRISTMAS FAIR 2016 Waddesdon Manor, Nr Aylesbury, Bucks, 16th-Dec 11th. The fair will offer a handpicked mix of quality gift and food exhibitors. It will once again be situated on the South Front with the House as a stunning backdrop. Each exhibitor will be housed in their own charming wooden chalet. www. waddesdon. org. uk

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HOLIDAY HOMECOMING American Museum in Britain, Claverton Manor, Bath. Join us for a magical end to our Christmas season. Meet Father Christmas, join the choir for festive carols, and create your own Christmas crafts. 1pm-4pm. Included with full admission. Gardens are closed. Tel: [phone]. E-mail: enquiries @ americanmuseum. org www. americanmuseum. org

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SPORTING LEGENDS LUNCHEON Manchester, Hotel Football, Noon to 5pm. Meet your all time sporting heroes during this special lunch. 250 guests anticipated. Price: £ 1,750 for a Legends Table; £ 1,000 for a standard table; £ 105 for individual ticket. In aid of Hospitality Action. Chairman, Penny Moore. Tel: [phone]. E-mail: fundraising @ hospitalityaction. org. uk

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