A Month-by-Month Guide to Events Around the Country
heading out to the Wild West so grab your partner and dosay-doe whilst raising money for and awareness of breast cancer. Sign up now for the Half Moon( 13.1 + 2 miles) or Full Moon( 26.2 miles) at www. walkthewalk. org. Registration £ 49.50; Minimum Sponsorship £ 100. Raise money. Raise awareness. Get fit and Have fun! Tel: Jennifer McAllister 01483 741430. E-mail: jennifermc @ walkthewalk. org
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GLAMOROUS TEDDY BEARS PICNIC Kensington Roof Gardens, 2pm to 5pm. A World Wide auction of over 25 celebrity endorsed teddy bears culminates in a glamorous tea party. Join the bears in the company of the invited celebrities at this prestigious event. In aid of The David Adams Leukaemia Appeal Fund. Price £ 75. E-mail: annette @ davidadams leukaemiaappeal. org
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RESIDENTIAL BOOT CAMP
Medway( 16th-18th). A weekend for women of all levels of fitness who want to challenge themselves and motivate each other to get stronger and healthier in a fun, friendly and supportive setting. Organised by Greenwich and Bexley Community Hospice. Price: Registration £ 50. E-mail: info @ gbch. org. uk
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RIDE TO CURE DIABETES 2018 Paternoster Square, London at 11.30am. Now in its 10th year, join us in this fast-paced exhilarating static bike competition. Challenge your colleagues and pit yourselves against other teams of five to see who can‘ cycle’ the furthest to be crowned King or Queen of the Ride. Registration is free. In aid of Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund( JDRF) Tel: 020 7713 2030. E-mail: greaterlondon @ jdrf. org. uk
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AFASIC CHARITY BIKE RIDE
50 Miles for 50 Years. It starts 9.30am and finishes in the village of Rayne, just 2 miles from Billericay train station, with ample parking for those driving. It is a circular 50 mile ride around the pretty villages and countryside of Essex. The intention is that everyone has an enjoyable day out. This is not a race. Price: £ 40 to enter or £ 10 and raise a minimum of £ 50 in sponsorship for Afasic. Tel: 020 7490 9410. E-mail: markt @ afasic. org. uk
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MAKE-A-WISH UK SPRING BALL The Dorchester, London. Join us for an evening of fabulous entertainment and great company raising money to grant magical wishes. Dress: Black Tie. 400 guests anticipated. Chairman is Leslie Rose OBE. Price: £ 300. In aid of Make-A- Wish Foundation. Tel: 01276 405079. E-mail: lucy. tallis @ makeawish. org. uk
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RHS CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW Royal Hospital, Chelsea, London( 22nd-26th). Nowhere makes gardening more fashionable than at this Flower Show; a catwalk of colour and creativity. The pinnacle of garden design makes this show the one the world wants to see. For Tickets Tel: 0844 995 9664. Main Number: 020 3176 5800. www. rhs. org. uk
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GOLF DAY Abridge Golf & Country Club, Stapleford Tawney. Join us at 8am for what promises to be a terrific day of golfing and networking in this beautiful setting. Whether you’ re a seasoned golfer or just beginning to find your way around the greens, the emphasis is on having fun. Your ticket includes a breakfast roll upon arrival, 18 holes of golf and lunch. Complimentary transport to and from Epping Underground Station( Central Line) will also be provided. In aid of Haven House Children’ s Hospice. Price: Single £ 90; Four Ball £ 360. Abridge Members: £ 65; Four Ball £ 260. Tel: Joanna Merritt, 020 8506 3636. www. havenhouse. org. uk
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LONDON 2 BRIGHTON CHALLENGE London to Brighton. Walk the iconic route from Capital to Coast. Join 2,500 others of all ages and experience for an unforgettable challenge over the Bank Holiday weekend. The 100km Challenge is continuous or camp at half way with Half and Quarter options available. In aid of Sparks – The Children’ s Medical Research Charity. www. sparks. org. uk Also from Old Deer Park, Richmond, in aid of NSPCC. Tel: 020 3772 9720. E-mail: running @ nspcc. org. uk
LOOKING AHEAD
TBC House of Lords vs House of Commons Tug of War Westminster College Garden, London at 6pm. Join us for this exclusive highlight of the Parliamentary Calendar! Guests will enjoy an informal garden party atmosphere while enjoying champagne and canapes followed by a stand-up supper. In aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. Tel: London Special Events, 020 7840 4800. www. macmillan. org. uk / tugofwar
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Royal Ascot( 19th-23rd) Ascot Racecourse, Ascot, Berkshire. Royal Ascot is Britain’ s most popular race meeting. There is nothing quite like it in the social calendar, an atmosphere created by priceless horses and an extraordinary fashion parade. Tel: 01344 878474. www. ascot. co. uk
JULY
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The Wimbledon Tennis Championship( 2nd-15th) All England Lawn and Croquet Club, Wimbledon. Tel: 020 8946 2244
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RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show Preview Evening Hampton Court Palace, 5pm to 10.30pm. As the sun sets, listen to live music with friends and family before tucking
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