A Month-by-Month Guide to Events Around the Country
course lunch designed by three North West Chefs. Tel: 020 3004 5503. E: fundraising @ hospitalityaction. org. uk
24
CRY HEART OF LONDON BRIDGES WALK Potters Field Park, London. This event is dedicated to remembering young people and supporting CRY. The route crosses six Thames bridges and includes views of at least 12 of London’ s landmarks, representing the 12 young sudden cardiac deaths that occur each week in the UK. In aid of Cardiac Risk in the Young. Tel. 01737 363222. E: events @ c-r-y. org. uk
24
COLOUR RUN
Danson Park, Bexleyheath. Join us to walk, jog and dance 5k around Danson Park while getting covered in colour! The paint is completely safe and sound made of corn starch. It is non-toxic and will wash away with just a splash of water. In aid of Greenwich and Bexley Community Hospice. Tel: 020 8319 9230. E: fundraising @ gbch. org. uk
27
COMMEMORATIVE CONCERT Windsor Castle. The Central Band of The Royal British Legion, led by Captain David Cole, will be performing a selection of superb music and songs to mark the centenary of the end of the first World War in the historic surroundings of St George’ s Chapel, Windsor Castle. Price: Concert and Reception £ 110. Concert only £ 50. Some with restricted view £ 20. Tel: Elinor 020 3053 7094. Purchase online. www. britishlegion. org. uk / windsor
27
MEETINGS SHOW Olympia, London.( 27th-28th) Don’ t miss your chance to explore new opportunities, network in a vibrant setting and learn from industry experts at the premier destination for the meetings and events industry in the UK. To register visit: www. themeetingsshow. com
29
NORWOOD PROPERTY LUNCH Central London. Enjoy the networking opportunities, awards, auction and raffle. Be in the room with the people who count and the people who care to have the conversations that matter. Price £ 300 Tel: 020 8420 6962. E: yael @ norwood. org. uk
JULY
1
LONDON BRIDGES WALK
Potters Fields Park. Join kidney patients, their loved ones and other dedicate supporters on this fantastic walk! This walk covers approximately seven miles and crosses many of London’ s beautiful bridges along the way. In aid of Kidney Research UK. Tel: 0300 303 1100. E: events @ kidneyresearchuk. otg.
2
THE WIMBLEDON TENNIS( 2nd-15th)- All England Lawn and Croquet Club, Wimbledon Tel: 020 8946 2244.
2
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 into a delicious picnic, enjoying an allyou- can-eat Summer Feast or savoring a meal in one of the restaurants. A magnificent fireworks display against the stunning Palace provides the perfect finish to a magical evening. Price: £ 68; RHS Members £ 58. Tel: 020 3176 5850. www. rhs. org. uk / hamptoncourtpreview. E: previewtickets @ rhs. org. uk
2
PEARLS FOR LIFE APPEAL GALA DINNER 2018 Savoy, London. This dinner is to celebrate the Birthday of HM The Queen and 100 years since the launch of the first British Red Cross Pearl Appeal. In aid of the British Red Cross. Tel: 020 7877 7115. E: pearls @ redcross. org. uk
3
RHS HAMPTON COURT FLOWER SHOW Hampton Court Palace.( 3rd-8th) This great garden festival is set in the exceptional grounds of King Henry VIII’ s former palace. A highlight of the Summer! Enjoy the spectacular gardens and floral displays. www. rhs. org. uk
3
PRIVATE VIEW OF THE ROYAL ACADEMY SUMMER EXHIBITION Picadilly, London. An exclusive private view of the Royal Academy’ s annual Summer Exhibition with champagne and canapes and the chance to bid for specially donated works of art by a range of high profile artists. In aid of Marie Curie Cancer Care. E: specialevents @ mariecurie. org. uk
4
WARWICKSHIRE GOLF DAY
Stoneleigh Deer Park Golf Club. Enjoy the fun, fellowship and golf at this prestigious event. A three course meal after the 18 hole challenge, along with a live auction and a prize giving ceremony will complete the day. Price: £ 65; £ 260 for a team of four. Tel: Debbie White 07866 510959. E: ffsgolfday @ gmail. com
4
INDEPENDENCE DAY The American Museum in Britain, Bath. The only museum of Americana outside the United States, the American Museum in Britain was founded to bring American history and culture to the people of Britain and Europe. So to thank you for all your support and to honour our two nations’ shared heritage, admission to the Museum on the 4th is free. Tel: 01225 460503. E: Enquiries @ americanmuseum. org
4
THE FLYING LEGENDS AIR SHOW- IWM Duxford, Cambridgeshire( 4th-15th). This show is famous the world over for
24 THE LONDON & UK DATEBOOK