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VICTORIA PARK RUN East London. Join us in leafy Victoria Park for a Sunday morning Summer run or jog up to 10k. With flat and paved routes our 1k, 5k or 10k is suitable for all fitness levels and takes in some of the beautiful sites in this popular Park. In aid of British Heart Foundation. Price: £13 for adults; £7.50 for 12-17 year olds; free for under 12’s. Tel: [phone]. E-mail: [email protected] 7 STARGAZING EVENING Waddesdon Manor, Nr Aylesbury, Bucks, 6pm. Join us for a special night of stargazing! Enjoy a delicious twocourse dinner in the Manor Restaurant followed by a lecture by local expert, Dr. Sandy Giles, on The Solar System. Then join the Wycombe Astronomical Society for stargazing on the Parterre. Price: £40 includes £5 donation to Wycombe Astronomical Society. To Book Tel: [phone] CHARITY BOLLYWOOD Reigate Manor Hotel, Reigate. A dinner and dance to raise funds for SeeAbility Derby Lodge. Price: £35. For tickets or more information Tel: Stacey Cooper, 07717 746011. E-mail: [email protected] 13 BEAR GRYLLS SURVIVAL RACE Cambridge. With a choice of 5k or 10k get ready for natural obstacles, survival challenges and a host of surprises along the way. Registration £50; Sponsorship £200. In aid of Fight For Sight. Tel: [phone]. E-mail: [email protected] 20 ARUNDEL FESTIVAL (20th-29th) Arundel Castle. Great performances each ending with a firework spectacular. The venue is a 20 fantastic open-air theatre in the grounds of Arundel Castle. Organised by Arundel Festival Society. E-mail: [email protected] MUSIC SERIES – SEAN TAYLOR American Museum in Britain, Bath. Sean Taylor is one of the most exciting names on the roots and blue scene. To quote Eric Bibb, “He is a talented modern troubadour whose sincere thoughtful songs pull you in.” Organised by the American Museum in Britain. Tel: [phone]. E-mail: [email protected] 21 KEW THE MOVIES 2016 Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Fantastic open air screenings on 2425 August and 7-8 September against the beautiful backdrop of Kew Palace. Films include Star Wars - The Force Awakens, Jurassic Park, Mean Girls and Labyrinth. E-mail: kew.org/movies 24 TEDDY BEARS’ PICNIC Bostall Heath, Abbey Wood, London 1.30pm to 4.30pm. The ever popular Teddy Bears’ Picnic is back featuring entertainment, guests appearances by Peppa Pig and Owly (the Hospice mascot), bouncy castles, BBQ, traditional games, gifts and teddy bears galore! Price: £3 per child includes a picnic and entertainment. Adults 50p. In aid of Greenwich & Bexley Community Hospice. Tel: [phone]. Visit: www.communityhospice.org.uk 27 LADIES CHARITY DAY Guards Polo Club, Windsor at Noon. The Guards Ladies Charity Trophy not only provides some great polo for Guards ladies members but will also raise funds in support of the Wessex Haven and the London Haven.The event will begin with a Summer drinks reception and lunch followed by an exceptional auction. Visit: www.thehaven.org.uk 27 Visit The London & UK DatebooK on www.thedatebook.co.uk SEPTEMBER PEDAL TO PARIS Greenwich-Paris (1st-5th). Pump up your tyres and stretch out your calves. Our biggest cycling event departs from Greenwich and finishes at the Arc de Triomphe four days later. In aid of The Royal British Legion. Price: Entry Fee £650; Minimum Sponsorship: £900. E-mail: rbl.org.uk/fundraise 1 THE GREAT RIVER RACE 21.6 miles from London Docklands to Ham in Surrey. The Great River Race is London’s River Marathon - a spectacular annual boat race that attracts over 330 crews from all over the world. It appeals to every level of competitor, from serious athletes who want to win, to those who enjoy laughter, fancy dress and charity stunts – it’s a great fun day out for both competitors and spectators. For Further Information go to http://www.greatriverrace.co.uk 3 BEAR GRYLLS SURVIVAL RACE Edinburgh. Created by Bear Grylls himself this event is for those who want to be put through the ultimate test! With a choice of 5k or 10k get ready for natural obstacles, survival challenges and a host of surprises along the way. In aid of Fight For Sight. Registration £50; Sponsorship £200. Tel: [phone]. E-mail: [email protected] 3 THE LONDON SPITFIRE 10k Royal Air Force Museum, London. Join us for this special event and help raise funds for the RAF Museum. Tel:[phone]. E-mail: [email protected] 3 CHILLI FESTIVAL WEEKEND (3rd - 4th) Waddesdon Manor, Nr Aylesbury, Bucks 10am to 5pm. Our annual Chilli Festival promises to 3 …continued THE LONDON & UK DATEBOOK 27