A Month-by-Month Guide to Events Around the Country
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REMEMBRANCE AND FREEDOM Royal Festival Hall , London . We are thrilled to be joining forces once again when The Bach Choir returns to the Royal Festival Hall as a tribute to the memory of the Fallen of the First World War – with all proceeds going to The Royal British Legion . www . southbankcentre . co . uk
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INCA TRAIL TREK The Inca Capital of Cusco ( 9th-18th ). This classic Inca Trail encompasses three high mountain passes – the highest being 4,200m . The trek will be tough and will certainly test you , but upon witnessing the sight of Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate , mirrored with breath-taking views across the Andes , your efforts are more than worthwhile . Other dates in 2019 are available . Registration £ 349 ; Minimum Sponsorship £ 3,400 . In aid of Heart Research UK . Tel : 0113 234 7474 . E-mail : community @ heartresearch . org . uk
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THE MARIE CURIE AUTUMN LUNCH The Savoy , London at Noon . The afternoon will begin with a champagne reception followed by a three-course lunch with wine and entertainment from Michael Portillo . There will be an opportunity to win prizes throughout the afternoon with a grand raffle and an auction . Price 125 ; Table of 12 £ 1,500 . In aid of Marie Curie Cancer Care . Tel : 020 7599 7219 . E-mail : autumnlunch @ mariecurie . org . uk
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CHRISTMAS FAIR Grounds of Waddesdon Manor , Nr Aylesbury . ( 10th-16th Dec ) A week longer than ever before . our spectacular fair at the front of the house is a fantastic Christmas shopping experience not to be missed ! The fair will be set against the backdrop of the floodlit North Front of the Manor with its 20ft Christmas trees and magical light and sound show . Soak up the sights , smells and sounds of Christmas with 80 carefully-selected exhibitors all housed in charming wooded chalets . For Further Information E-mail : www . waddesdon . org . uk / whats-on
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VARIETY CATHERINE AWARDS London Marriott Hotel , Grosvenor Square , London . Founded in 2016 by Variety , the Children ’ s Charity and 2016 Chief Barker Pamela Sinclair , Variety Catherine Awards is setting a new standard for recognising the myriad of contributions from women in business and philanthropy while raising awareness and funds for disabled and disadvantaged children throughout the UK . The Award is fast becoming an important date in the diaries of many women in business across the country . Tel : 020 7428 8127 . E-mail : catherineawards @ variety . org . uk
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WANDSWORTH FRIENDS CHRISTMAS FAIR St Luke ’ s Church , London . ( 13th-14th ) Don ’ t miss the fabulous Wandsworth Friends of Royal Trinity Hospice Christmas Fair – a fantastic shopping experience with around 40 stalls catering for all your Christmas shopping needs . Tickets for Preview Evening on the 13th , 6.30pm to 9.30pm , are £ 12 and include a glass of wine and nibbles . Wednesday 8.30am to 3.30pm ; Tickets £ 5 . Sponsor : Knight Frank .
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WHITLEY FUND FOR NATURE ’ S 25th ANNIVERSARY HOPE GALA Natural History Museum , London . This fundraising and grant giving charity gives funding , training and recognition to local conservation leaders working in resource-poor , biodiversity-rich countries . They will be holding a fundraising Gala to celebrate their winners ’ achievements over the past 25 years and to generate vital support for their conservation programmes moving forward . In attendance will be WFN ’ s Trustee Sir David Attenborough along with Anniversary Partner , The Corcoran Foundation . Tel : 020 7221 9752 . E-mail : info @ whitleyaward . org
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THE WILLOW BALL
Royal Lancaster Hotel , London . At Willow we believe in quality of life and quality of time . This 19th annual Willow Ball is an evening when we promise you ’ ll experience both . The evening promises fun , fine food , unique entertainment and lots of dancing while we raise money to make even more Special Days happen for seriously ill young adults throughout the UK . In aid of Willow Foundation . Tel : 01707 259777 . www . willowfoundation . org . uk
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JAMES BOND 007 GRACE BALL Hyatt Regency London , The Churchill . A fabulous evening of fun , food , dancing and intrigue at this beautiful London venue …. BE THERE ! In aid of David Adams Leukaemia Appeal Fund in support of the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity . 200 guests anticipated . Price : £ 150 . Tel : 020 8891 2221 . E-mail : annette @ davidadamsleukaemiaappeal . org
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FESTIVAL OF FIRE The Children ’ s Trust , Tadworth . Surrey . Surrey ’ s hottest event . The Festival of Fire is coming to The Children ’ s Trust . Fearless fundraisers are invited to sign up to take on the event ’ s hot coal walk while friends and family can cheer them on from the side-lines and enjoy the festival ’ s atmosphere . Price : Festival Entry Adult £ 5 ; Child ( 4-16 ) £ 2.50 ; Fire Walk Registration £ 25 ; Fire Walk Minimum Sponsorship £ 125 . Tel : 01737 364324 . E-mail : events @ thechildrenstrust . org . uk
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THE ROYAL TRINITY HOSPICE GALA Hintze Hall , Natural History Museum , 7pm to Midnight . Tickets to this evening include a glamourous drinks reception , a delicious three-course dinner and exciting entertainment throughout the evening including a live band and thrilling live and silent auctions with an amazing array of prizes to be won . For Further Information Tel : 020 7787 1086 . E-mail : events @ royaltrinityhospice . london
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CRY RAISING AWARENESS WEEK Nationwide . ( 17th-25th ) Support our annual raising awareness week by organizing your own event such as an information stand . taking part in a
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