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WALK THE WALK DUBLIN MARATHON Dublin , Ireland . Growing in popularity with over 19,000 participants , we feel it is one of Ireland ’ s hidden treasures ; it is largely flat course and a classic city loop passing through many of Dublin ’ s famous Georgian streets , starting near the famous Trinity College . So come and join us on what is probably one of the best weekends away . https :// walkthewalk . org / challenges / dublin-marathon-2017
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THE CHILDREN ’ S TRUST HALLOWEEN HOWL Reigate Priory Park , Surrey 10am . Take on the 3k or 5k walk route with your dog , children or friends and expect spooky surprises along the way . There will be lots of fun activities for the whole family to enjoy including a dog show , a raffle draw , costume competitions , and stalls for gifts and refreshments . Price : £ 15 for one adult and one child or dog ; additional children and dogs can enter for £ 5 each . E-mail : events @ thechildrenstrust . org . uk
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PUMPKIN PLOD Haven House Children ’ s Hospice , Woodford Green . The Pumpkin Plod is back and promises to be even bigger and better than last year . Join the Halloween fun this October half term with a fun family sponsored walk through the forest . In aid of Haven House Children ’ s Hospice . Tel : Katie Tyler , 020 8498 5845 .
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HOUSE & GARDEN SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS FAIR - Olympia , London , 30th-5th Nov . This industry-leading event for upmarket Christmas shopping will showcase a curated collection of over 750 high end independent boutiques and designers selected by our expert team and approved by House & Garden . Tel : 0844 412 4623 . www . spiritofchristmasfair . co . uk
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THE LAW , MORALITY AND ARMED CONFLICT Royal United Services Institute , London . The guest speaker is the former Head of the Army , Lord Dannatt who was awarded the Military Cross during his second tour of duty in Northern Ireland . He joined the Green Howards from Sandhurst in 1971 and retired as Chief of General Staff in 2009 . Price : £ 30 which includes lunch . Organised by Combat Stress . Tel : Nicolle Grace 01372 587148 . E-mail : nicolle . grace @ combatstress . org . uk
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THE RUNWAY Egg Club , London . Celebrating the best of London ’ s emerging design talent and establishing fashion brands grab a front-row seat at our exciting fashion show , hosted by the Young Tiffany Circle at London ’ s amazing Egg Club . This is a fashion event with a difference . As well as an incredible catwalk show , free goodie bag , music , a fantastic exclusive auction and raffle prizes up for grabs , there will also be a pop-up stalls showcasing the best fashion , lifestyle and beauty in London … all under one roof ! We ’ re even throwing in a welcome drink and canapés . Price : £ 25 . In aid of the British Red Cross . Tel : 020 7877 7604 . E-mail : amurphy @ redcross . org . uk
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CO-OPERATION IRELAND 30th ANNIVERSARY GALA PARTY The Dorchester , London . The Gala Ball is Co-operation Ireland ’ s principal fundraising event and one of the premiere social networking events of the Irish Business Community calendar . 400 guests will enjoy an evening commencing at 7pm with a champagne reception followed by dinner and dancing until the early hours . Dress : Black Tie . Price : £ 3,000 table of 12 ; £ 2,500 table of 10 ; £ 250 for a ticket . Tel : Janet Brennan 020 9089 1017 . E-mail : jbrennan @ cooperationireland . org
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GREAT WINE DINNER AND AUCTION Vintners ’ Hall , London . Enjoy a fabulous feast and wine in one of the finest livery halls in London with the opportunity to bid
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