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Fahrenheit without experiencing any pain or injury. Registration 4pm; Seminar 4.30pm; Firewalk 6.30pm. Registration £ 25. In aid of Greenwich & Bexley Community Hospice. Tel: 020 8319 9230, E-mail: augustaadu @ gbch. org. uk
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HALLOWEEN CHALLENGE Copthorne Prep School. Hourly start slots will be available between 10am and 5pm. Dig out your wigs, brush off your broomsticks and join our brand new Halloween Challenge in aid of St Catherine’ s Hospice. Creep through the Wizardry Woods, fly high on inflatable obstacles, tackle the haunted Halloween challenges and dive into the gruesome green gunge zone at this spooktacular event. Price: Adults £ 10; Children £ 5; Minimum Sponsorship £ 25. Tel: 01293 447355. E-mail: events @ stch. org. uk
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PUMPKIN FEST Haven House Children’ s Hospice, 11am. Join our new Haven House Pumpkin Fest for an unforgettable day of Halloween challenges. Choose between our chiptimes 10k run in the morning or our 2k or 5k family walk in the afternoon. In aid of Haven House Children’ s Hospice. Tel: Katie Tyler, 020 8498 5849. E-mail: katietyler @ havenhouse. org. uk
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HOUSE & GARDEN SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS FAIR Olympia, London.( 29th-4th 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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ARMISTICE LECTURE Royal United Services Institute, London, 11am to 2pm. The title of the lecture is“ Armistice 1919: The End of the War to End All Wars”. Book your tickets now to commemorate the Armistice centenary and hear guest speaker Rupert Wieloch, author and former British Army Officer, as he discusses the aftermath of the First World War. Organised by Combat Stress. Price: £ 30. Tel: 01372 587148. E-mail: events @ combatstress. org. uk
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START COLLECTING Speed Auction & Champagne Reception, Royal College of Physicians, London. Join us at START COLLECTING for champagne, canapes and the opportunity to own great art. With artworks available for both new and established collectors, all funds raised on the night will support Paintings In Hospitals’ mission to inspire better health and wellbeing for patients and carers across the country. Anticipated Guests: 100. Price: £ 35. For Further Information Tel: Thomas Walshaw, 020 7407 3222. E-mail: t. walshaw @ paintingsinhospitals. org. uk
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POPPY APPEAL CONCERT Lakeside Leisure Complex, Frimley Green, Surrey. Join us at the home of the darts championships for an evening of remembrance with the Camberley branch of The Royal British Legion. Interval entertainment, onsite bar and free parking. Organised by the Surrey Police Band to benefit The Royal British Legion. For Further Information Tel: 07849 675627.
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SHOOTING STAR CHASE FIREWALK Stoke Park, Guildford, from 5pm. Event starts at 7.30pm. Make this year’ s family firework trip one with a difference. Sign up for our annual Firewalk and put your bravery – and the soles of your feet – to the test as you walk over burning embers up to 1200F. Price: £ 25. In aid of Shooting Star Chase. E-mail: shootingstarchase. org. uk / firewalk
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“ THE PROPS” BREAKFAST
The Dorchester, London at 8am.“ The PROPS” Breakfast Committee invites you to help raise money for Variety’ s Wheelchair Programme. This programme gives children in desperate need of a wheelchair the independence and selfesteem that they richly deserve. Price: £ 125; Table of Ten £ 1,250. Tel: 020 7428 8127. E-mail: props @ variety. org. uk
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RUGBY LEGENDS DINNER
Grange St Paul’ s Hotel, London. Join us for a special drinks reception before settling down for an evening of fine dining, entertainment and an exclusive Q & A featuring Martin Johnson CBE, Jason Leonard OBE and a host of other Rugby sporting legends. In aid of Sparks. Price: Silver Table £ 1950; Gold Table, £ 2,500; Platinum Table £ 3,500. Single Ticket £ 200. Tel: Helena Robson 020 3841 3272. www. sparks. org. uk
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THE GREAT WINE DINNER AND AUCTION Vintners’ Hall, London. An evening for wine aficionados to unite and enjoy exquisite wines and superb dining in the spiritual home of the wine trade. Guests also have the opportunity to bid for fine wines and wine-related experiences in the auction. In aid of Marie Curie Cancer Care. E-mail: mariecurie. org. uk / wineauction
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THE HOPE BALL Renaissance Hotel St Pancras, London, The Hope Ball is Hope for Children’ s headline fundraising event of the year. Upon arrival, you’ ll be greeted with a reception in the Ladies Smoking Room. At your table you will be treated to a lavish three-course dinner with wine to match. Hear about the outstanding achievements of our supporters over the last 12 months. Finish off the night on the dance floor with live music into the early hours. Tel: 01442 234561. E-mail: hopeball @ hope4c. org continued …
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