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60th ANNIVERSARY GALA DINNER Drapers Hall, Throgmorton Avenue, London, 6.30pm. This dazzling evening will feature a drinks reception, exquisite three- course dinner and a silent auction of once-in-a-lifetime experiences and art by internationally-renowned artists. In aid of Paintings in Hospitals to help inspire better health for patients and carers. Price: £175; £300 for 2; £1,500 table of 10. For Further Information Tel: [phone]. E-mail: events@ paintingsinhospitals.org.uk 25 THE MACMILLAN BALL London. For 2019 we aim to continue to build on the incredible success of the 2018 Ball so whatever cancer throws your way, we’re right there with you. During the evening guests can except to find all the best elements that made 2018 such a hit, plus much much more! Price: £300 per person; Diamond Table: £10,000; Ruby Table: £7,000; Emerald Table: £4,000; Silver Table: £3,000. Tel: [phone]. E-mail: [email protected] 27 GUINNESS & OYSTER LUNCHEON - Mansion House, London, 12.30pm. This extremely popular Luncheon is a City event spanning over 50 years. Each year City based senior executives attend this relaxed, stand up luncheon to support Queen Elizabeth’s Foundation for Disabled Children. Sponsor: Diageo plc. Price £75. Tel: [phone], E-mail: [email protected] 28 Visit The Datebook Digital Edition www.thedatebook.co.uk DECEMBER WELLBEING OF WOMEN CITY CHRISTMAS FAIR Drapers’ Hall, London, 11am. The Wellbeing of Women City Christmas Fair is housed in a beautiful venue with over 50 exhibitors selling an array of jewellery, fashion wear, accessories, as well as stocking fillers and festive food. There is also a hugely popular prosecco bar that always helps with the shopping merriment. In aid of Wellbeing of Women. Tel: [phone]. Visit: www.wellbeingofwomen.org.uk 2 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 our restaurant raffle. You’ll also enjoy a fabulous meal prepared by different Michelin star chefs including Chris Harrod, Paul Welburn, Dominic Chapman and Marco Stabile from Italy. Tables start from £7,000. In aid of NSPCC. For further information or for a booking form E-mail: [email protected] 3 A MACMILLAN CHRISTMAS The Grosvenor Chapel, London. One of the highlights of the Christmas calendar A Macmillan Christmas will take place at the new location this year – The Grosvenor Chapel, Mayfair. We would like to invite everyone to an evening of festive fun, filled with beautiful music in a magnificent setting. In aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. To reserve your tickets early E-mail: macmillancarols@ macmillan.org.uk 3 A CHRISTMAS COCKTAIL FOR SAVE THE CHILDREN Chelsea Old Town Hall, 12.30pm. The Chelsea and Westminster branch of Save the Children has been 3 Visit The London & UK DatebooK on www.thedatebook.co.uk organising this Christmas Fair annually for at least 30 years. There will be over 60 stalls, selling an eclectic range of gifts: silk, cashmere, handmade jewellery, gourmet foods, clothes for men, women and children, unusual home wares from around the world – even gifts for your dog. Price: £10 which includes a glass of wine, delicious canapés served throughout the day, and a sturdy bag for taking home all your Christmas shopping. For Further Information Visit: www.christmascocktail.co.uk 5 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 canapés reception. In aid of Marie Curie. E-mail [email protected] SPARKS WINTER BALL Rosewood Hotel London, 7pm. Guests will be treated to a champagne reception followed by a luxurious three-course meal coupled with fine wines. The evening is filled with showstopping entertainment, with guests having the opportunity to win some money-can’t-buy experiences and irresistible prizes in the auctions. This year we have an ambitious target of £300,000. In aid of SPARKS. Tel: [phone]. E-mail: [email protected] 5 5 FANFARE ON THE SQUARE St John’s Smith Square, London, 7.30pm. Experience a spectacular, star studded evening of classical music in the atmospheric surroundings of St John’s Square to celebrate Parkinson’s UK’s 50th anniversary. Royalty-approved soprano Elin Manahan Thomas and star horn virtuoso Ben Goldscheider continued… THE LONDON & UK DATEBOOK 27