Promote Your Special Event
A Month-by-Month Guide to Events Around the Country
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EDINBURGH MARATHON
Edinburgh . The Edinburgh Marathon Festival is one of the biggest running events in the UK with races to suit all fitness levels from 5k to the full Marathon .
Barnardo ’ s Tel : Katie Moore , 020 8498 7091 . www . barnardos . org . uk
Macmillan Cancer Support Tel : 020 7840 7878 . www . macmillan . org . uk
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2018 VITALITY LONDON 10 , 000
London . Following a similar route to the Olympic Marathon , the Vitality London 10,000 is a perfect way to start your training .
Cancer Research UK Tel : Sports Team , 0300 123 5461 . www . cancerresearchuk . org
Cure Parkinson ’ s Trust Tel : 020 7487 3892 . E-mail : lottie @ cureparkinsons . org . uk
Breast Cancer Care Tel : 0345 092 0804 . E-mail : sporting @ breastcancercare . org . uk
Terrence Higgins Trust E-mail : Fundraising @ tht . org . uk
The Children ’ s Trust Tel : 01737 364324 . E-mail : events @ thechildrenstrust . org . uk
Cardiac Risk in the Young ( CRY ) Tel : 01737 363222 . E-mail : events @ c-r-y . org . uk
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FEBRUARY
Until 13th May CHARLES II : ART & POWER The Queen ’ s Gallery , Buckingham Palace From John Michael Wright ’ s monumental portrait of Charles II in his coronation robes and a glittering silver-gilt plate which adorned the high-alter of Westminster Abbey during the King ’ s coronation to oldmaster paintings , tapestries and spectacular silver-gilt furniture , this exhibition shows the rich material world of Charles II ’ s court and the role of the arts in the re-establishment of the Stuart monarchy . E-mail : press @ royalcollection . org . uk
Through 24th February JOHN BROOKES : THE MAN WHO MADE THE MODERN GARDEN The Garden Museum , London . The Garden Museum ’ s exhibition of John Brookes ’ life and works will showcase Brookes as the landscape designer who introduced Modernism to British garden design , revolutionizing the way people use their gardens and outdoor spaces . www . gardenmuseum . org . uk
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CITY OF LONDON DINNER The Worshipful Company of Stationers and Newspapers Makers , Stationers ’ Hall , London . This is the seventh year of the event which attracts some of the top companies to Cooperation Ireland ’ s City of London Dinner . Fergal Keene , BBC News Foreign Correspondent , will be the Guest Speaker for the evening . The evening includes a drinks reception and a four-course dinner served with wine . Price : £ 180 ; tables of ten £ 1,800 . Tel : Winnie Orr , 02890 891004 . E-mail : worr @ cooperationireland . org
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LONDON ’ S GOT TALENT Artsdept , North Finchley . North London ’ s Got Talent is back for 2018 and is looking for talented individuals or groups to take part . Whatever your talent we would like to hear from you . If you would like tickets for the show please let us know . In aid of North London Hospice . Tel : 020 8446 2288 . E-mail : aoris @ northlondonhospice . co . uk
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CHILLY DIP
Hampstead Heath Lido , London . Join Ant Middleton , the ultimate action hero from SAS Who Dares Wins , Escape and Mutiny , and brave the February chill by plunging into Hampstead Heath Lido . It ’ s the ultimate winter challenge where you will be able to not only dip in but swim a length of the pool . It will be a very cold but invigorating experience . In aid of Haven House Children ’ s Hospice . Price : Registration £ 20 includes a signed certificate from Ant , a selfie with him and a medal . Minimum Sponsorship £ 100 . Tel : Lindy Hunt , 020 8498 5842 . E-mail : lindyhunt @ havenhouse . org . uk
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COMEDY NIGHT
The Comedy Store , London . Adam Hills will be hosting a night of comedy to help children with brain injury . Doors open at 6pm . In aid of The Children ’ s Trust . For more information please go to www . thechildrenstrust . org . uk / comedy . Price : From £ 27 . Tel : 01737 364324 .
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ORCHIDS FESTIVAL Royal Botanic Gardens Kew Until 11th March . Immerse yourself in a celebration of Thailand ’ s vibrant colours , culture and magnificent plant life . Enjoy colourful floral displays , including a bright Vanda tunnel and arches decorated with orchids . For further Information Tel : 020 8332 5655 .
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REHAB PARLIAMENTARY PANCAKE RACE Westminster ’ s Victoria Tower Gardens at 10am . The “ eggs-factor ” bootcamp is underway for one of London ’ s must-see annual attractions where MP ’ s , Lords and members of the media battle it out to see who will be crowned the Rehab Pancake Race Champions . Sponsor : Lyle ’ s Golden Syrup . In aid of The Rehab Disability Charity . For Further Information Visit : www . parliamentarypancakerace . co . uk
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BROADGATE STAIRCLIMB Broadgate Tower , London . With almost 1,000 steps and a panoramic view of London at the top , this sponsored stairclimb is a great way to keep on track with your New Year ’ s resolution to stay healthy . Registration : £ 20 or £ 80 for a team of five . In aid of Action on Hearing Loss . Tel : 020 3227 6177 . E-mail : Katie . Ruckert @ hearingloss . org . uk
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THE MAMMOTH QUIZ 2018
Nationwide . We are looking for local groups and businesses across the UK to host a quiz to raise vital funds for people affected by
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