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from football governing bodies, charity and business, the sports media and London football legends. This will be one of the key events in the 2019/20 season and raises money for Special Days. In aid of Willow Foundation. www.willowfoundation.org.uk MARCH M&IT INDUSTRY AWARDS Battersea Evolution, London. The awards ceremony brings together all sectors of the industry to measure market reaction in rewarding excellence of service to those who have exceeded their customer’s expectations. Organised by Meetings & Incentive Travel magazine. www.meetpie.com 1 THE WINTER NUTS CHALLENGE Dorking, Surrey (2nd-3rd). If you’re completely “nuts,” take on the Winter Nuts Challenge either as an individual or as a team! With cargo nets, slides and a bridge made of dinghies, the challenge is hardly your average day out on the countryside. The 7k assault course is put together by ex-army personnel and has over 100 challenging obstacles to conquer. In aid of The Rainbow Trust. Tel: The Sports Team, 01372 220031. E-mail: [email protected] 2 WILTON HOUSE ANTIQUES FAIR Wilton House, Wilton, Salisbury (8th-10th). The 42nd Annual Wilton House Antiques Fair is one of the highlights of the South-West antiques calendar. This independent, three-day events hosts over 40 exhibitors offering a variety of fine, country and mid-20th Century antiques, as well as a wide range of decorative period collectibles. With something for everyone, you will be sure to find the perfect piece to invest in. Tel: [phone] LONDON BEER WEEK The Whiskey Exchange at Covent Garden, London (12th-18th). There will be a week-long hive of pop- up beer bars and immersive beer experiences for those wearing a London Beer Week wristband. This is the UK’s biggest beer, music and street food festival of its kind. This event promises to be better than ever, with more than 600 beers on offer. Wristbands are on sale now. Tel: [phone]. www.londonbeerweek.com 12 KAFFE FASSETT’S QUILTS IN AMERICA American Museum and Garden, Claverton Manor, Bath (16th-3rd Nov). 20 brand new quilts designed by the master of colour, pattern and texture Kate Fassett will be on display at this event. These stunning new artworks have been inspired by the American Museum’s world-renowned collection of antique American quilts. Organised by the American Museum in Britain. Tel: [phone]. E-mail: [email protected] 16 ALL SHOOK UP: THOMAS KELLNER’S AMERICA American Museum and Garden, Claverton Manor, Bath (16th-3rd Nov). For this exhibition, German photoartist Thomas Kellner has selected some of his favourite pieces that capture well- known landmarks in America. Organised by the American Museum in Britain. Tel: [phone]. E-mail: [email protected] 16 BADA FINE ART & ANTIQUES FAIR Duke of York Square, Chelsea, London (20th-26th). BADA, the British Antique Dealers Association, is again returning to Duke of York Square for BADA 2019. This Fair brings together the very best in fine art, design and antiques from 100 of the UK’s leading dealers. Featuring more than 5,000 objects, 20 Promote Your Special Event I N T H E D AT E B O O K E-mail: [email protected] all are available to purchase and each individually vetted by industry experts. BADA’s Charity Partner for 2019 is MAGGIE’S: Everyone’s Home for Cancer Care. For Further Fair Information, Tel: [phone]. E-mail: [email protected] CENTENARY DINNER Drapers Hall, London. Join us for an exciting evening of dinner and entertainment. 2019 marks 100 years since the charity was founded. During the evening we will reflect on veterans’ mental health treatment over this time and share our future plans. Price: Table of 10, £1919; Premium Table, £2250. In aid of Combat Stress. Tel: Katy Mount, 01372 587179 E-mail: [email protected] 21 AN EVENING WITH THE SURREY POLICE BAND Guildford, Surrey, 7pm. We are back again for 2019 at the wonderful Emmanuel Church for an evening of entertainment to chase away those winter blues. Price: £7 In Advance; £8 At The Door. In aid of Phylis Tuckwell Hospice Care. Tel: [phone]. E-mail: [email protected] 23 APRIL Date TBC QEF LADIES SPRING LUNCH Epsom Downs Racecourse, 10am. Our 2019 Ladies Spring Lunch will once again be held at the wonderful Epsom Downs Racecourse. Come and enjoy shopping stalls, a reception and lunch with a very special guest speaker. In aid of Queen Elizabeth’s Foundation. Tel: [phone]. E-mail: [email protected] continued… Visit The London & UK DatebooK on www.thedatebook.co.uk THE LONDON & UK DATEBOOK 25