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A Month-by-Month Guide to Events Around the Country
FEBRUARY
EDINBURGH MARATHON
Edinburgh.
The Edinburgh Marathon Festival is one of
the biggest running events in the UK with
races to suit all fitness levels from 5k to
the full Marathon.
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Barnardo’s
Tel: Katie Moore, 020 8498 7091.
www.barnardos.org.uk
Macmillan Cancer Support
Tel: 020 7840 7878.
www.macmillan.org.uk
2018 VITALITY LONDON 10,000
London.
Following a similar route to the Olympic
Marathon, the Vitality London 10,000
is a perfect way to start your training.
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Cancer Research UK
Tel: Sports Team, 0300 123 5461.
www.cancerresearchuk.org
Cure Parkinson’s Trust
Tel: 020 7487 3892.
E-mail: [email protected]
Breast Cancer Care
Tel: 0345 092 0804.
E-mail: [email protected]
Terrence Higgins Trust
E-mail: [email protected]
The Children’s Trust
Tel: 01737 364324.
E-mail: [email protected]
Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY)
Tel: 01737 363222.
E-mail: [email protected]
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Until 13th May
CHARLES II: ART & POWER
The Queen’s Gallery,
Buckingham Palace
From John Michael Wright’s monumental
portrait of Charles II in his coronation
robes and a glittering silver-gilt plate which
adorned the high-alter of Westminster
Abbey during the King’s coronation to
oldmaster paintings, tapestries and
spectacular silver-gilt furniture, this
exhibition shows the rich material world of
Charles II’s court and the role of the arts
in the re-establishment of the
Stuart monarchy.
E-mail: [email protected]
Through 24th February
JOHN BROOKES: THE MAN WHO
MADE THE MODERN GARDEN
The Garden Museum, London.
The Garden Museum’s exhibition of John
Brookes’ life and works will showcase
Brookes as the landscape designer who
introduced Modernism to British garden
design, revolutionizing the way people
use their gardens and outdoor spaces.
www.gardenmuseum.org.uk
CITY OF LONDON DINNER
The Worshipful Company of
Stationers and Newspapers
Makers, Stationers’ Hall, London.
This is the seventh year of the event which
attracts some of the top companies to Co-
operation Ireland’s City of London Dinner.
Fergal Keene, BBC News Foreign
Correspondent, will be the Guest Speaker
for the evening. The evening includes a
drinks reception and a four-course dinner
served with wine. Price: £180;
tables of ten £1,800.
Tel: Winnie Orr, 02890 891004.
E-mail: [email protected]
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LONDON’S GOT TALENT
Artsdept, North Finchley.
North London’s Got Talent is back for
2018 and is looking for talented
individuals or groups to take part.
Whatever your talent we would like to hear
from you. If you would like tickets for the
show please let us know. In aid of North
London Hospice. Tel: 020 8446 2288.
E-mail: [email protected]
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CHILLY DIP
Hampstead Heath Lido, London.
Join Ant Middleton, the ultimate action
hero from SAS Who Dares Wins, Escape
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and Mutiny, and brave the February chill by
plunging into Hampstead Heath Lido. It’s
the ultimate winter challenge where you
will be able to not only dip in but swim a
length of the pool. It will be a very cold but
invigorating experience. In aid of Haven
House Children’s Hospice. Price:
Registration £20 includes a signed
certificate from Ant, a selfie with him and
a medal. Minimum Sponsorship £100.
Tel: Lindy Hunt, 020 8498 5842.
E-mail: [email protected]
COMEDY NIGHT
The Comedy Store, London.
Adam Hills will be hosting a night of
comedy to help children with brain injury.
Doors open at 6pm. In aid of The
Children’s Trust. For more
information please go to
www.thechildrenstrust.org.uk/comedy.
Price: From £27. Tel: 01737 364324.
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ORCHIDS FESTIVAL
Royal Botanic Gardens Kew
Until 11th March.
Immerse yourself in a celebration of
Thailand’s vibrant colours, culture and
magnificent plant life. Enjoy colourful floral
displays, including a bright Vanda tunnel
and arches decorated with orchids. For
further Information Tel: 020 8332 5655.
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REHAB PARLIAMENTARY
PANCAKE RACE
Westminster’s Victoria Tower
Gardens at 10am.
The “eggs-factor” bootcamp is underway
for one of London’s must-see annual
attractions where MP’s, Lords and
members of the media battle it out to see
who will be crowned the Rehab Pancake
Race Champions. Sponsor: Lyle’s Golden
Syrup. In aid of The Rehab Disability
Charity. For Further Information Visit:
www.parliamentarypancakerace.co.uk
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BROADGATE STAIRCLIMB
Broadgate Tower, London.
With almost 1,000 steps and a panoramic
view of London at the top, this sponsored
stairclimb is a great way to keep on track
with your New Year’s resolution to stay
healthy. Registration: £20 or £80 for a
team of five. In aid of Action on Hearing
Loss. Tel: 020 3227 6177.
E-mail: [email protected]
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THE MAMMOTH QUIZ 2018
Nationwide.
We are looking for local groups and
businesses across the UK to host a quiz to
raise vital funds for people affected by
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