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THE LIGHTHOUSE CLUB CHRISTMAS LUNCH The Park Plaza Westminster, 11.30am to 7.30pm. This Christmas marks another incredible year of delivering financial and welfare support to construction workers and families. At this infamous sold out event, just meters away from the iconic London Eye, guests will experience great food and great entertainment all for a great cause. In aid of The Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity. 900 guests anticipated. Tel: 01473 231831. E-mail: info @ lighthouseclub. org
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WILLOW CAROL CONCERT St Albans Abbey, 7.30pm. Join us for Willow’ s annual Carol Concert in the beautiful and historic Cathedral and Abbey Church of St Albans. The Willow Carol Concert, which is kindly sponsored by Borras Construction Limited, is a very special way to start the Christmas season. You will be treated to the spectacular voices of the Hertfordshire Chorus as well as have the opportunity to sing some classic carols yourself. Organised by Willow Foundation. Tel: 01707 259777. www. willowfoundation. org. uk
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THE“ CENTRE COURT” DINNER The All England Tennis Club, Wimbledon. Corinna, Lady Hamilton of Dalzell, and Anne Subba Row invite you to this special evening which will include a champagne reception, dinner, a guest speaker and an auction. Sponsored by Banham Security. In aid of Queen Elizabeth’ s Foundation for Disabled People. For Further Information Tel: Hayley Mackin, 01372 841130. E-mail: Hayley. mackin @ qef. org. uk
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SPARKS WINTER BALL
Rosewood Hotel, London. The evening begins in a glamorous fashion as guests are welcomed by a drinks reception followed by a gourmet three-course dinner, complemented by an array of live entertainment. With luxury prizes to bid on and a host of entertainment to enjoy, there is no better way to start the festive season. Platinum Package for Ten £ 5,500; Gold Table for Ten £ 4,500. Tel: Ellen McCausland 020 3841 3063. E-mail: Winter. Ball @ sparks. org. uk
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A CELEBRATION OF CHRISTMAS All Saints Church, Bishops Park, Fulham. A festival of Christmas readings and carols, followed by seasonal“ Bites and Bubbles”; celebrating the joyful season of hope and goodwill. The evening is dedicated to raising awareness of the plight of Brain Tumour patients and to funding research at Imperial College’ s Charing Cross Hospital. E-mail: info @ BTRC-Charity. org
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HEADWAY ANNUAL AWARDS The Dorchester, London. Once a year, Headway’ s members, friends and supporters come together to pay tribute to some very special people: brain injury survivors, carers, volunteers and campaigners whose personal achievements have earned the admiration of everyone around them. Their stories are moving and inspirational. Organised by Headway. For Further Information E-mail: Fundraising @ headway. org. uk
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THE 38th GREAT CHRISTMAS PUDDING RACE Covent Garden, London, 11am. Organised by CRAC on behalf of Cancer Research UK and supported by Fox’ s and Covent Garden Market. Join us and register a team of 6 people and compete in the Great Christmas Pudding Race. A fun day out is guaranteed with entertainment and guest celebrities. Tel: 07827 306479 E-mail: helena @ xmaspuddingrace. org. uk
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TVF WINTER BALL President’ s Suite, Twickenham Stadium. Join us at The Victoria Foundation Winter Ball for a Champagne Reception in the President’ s Suite and members lounge and a Gala Dinner with wine in the Spirit of Rugby followed by entertainment, dancing to‘ Frank the Cat’, a Diamond Draw Raffle and an auction. The proceeds from the evening will help to transform the lives of children in need in the local community. Price £ 125; Table of Ten £ 1,250. Tel: 020 8332 1788. E-mail: info @ thevictoriafoundation. org. uk
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CAROLS IN THE CITY
Southwark Cathedral, London. Celebrate the spirit of Christmas with carols by candlelight and festive readings from celebrity guests, followed by a sparkling drinks and canapes reception. In aid of Marie Curie Cancer Care. E-mail: specialevents @ mariecurie. org. uk
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CHRISTMAS CONCERT Cadogan Hall, Sloane Terrace, London, 7.30pm. This evening, celebrating the start of the festive season, will feature glorious classical Christmas music, readings and carols and we will be joined on the night by our very special guest, Alistair McGowan. Price £ 30. In aid of The Childrens Trust, Tel: 01737 365016. E-mail: galaevents @ thechildrenstrust. org. uk
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GREAT BRITISH CHEFS DINNER
The Guildhall, London, 6pm. Join us for another gastronomic fundraising gala evening. You’ ll have the chance to bid on some money can’ t buy prizes and take part in a restaurant raffle. You’ ll also enjoy a fabulous meal prepared by 5 different Michelin star chefs including Aaron Patterson, Adam Bennett and Scott Davies from the UK and the Costardi Brothers from Italy. Tables of Ten from £ 7,495. In aid of NSPCC. For tickets or further information contact Sam Kennard. E-mail: sam. kennard @ nspcc. org. uk
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