taking a new two mile route and links up with the last 17 miles through London to the finish at The Mall .
The Cure Parkinson ’ s Trust For this special route Minimum Fundraising : £ 300 . www . cureparkinsons . org . uk
Parkinsons ’ s UK Join us for this fantastic race . Tel : 020 7932 1314 . E-mail : events @ parkinsons . org . uk
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EXCLUSIVE GUIDED TOUR OF CLARENCE HOUSE Clarence House ( 2nd-31st ) 4.30pm to 5.45pm . Explore the ground-floor reception rooms on an exclusive after-hours tour in the company of an expert guide . The tour concludes with a glass of champagne and a view of the garden . Price : £ 35 . www . royalcollection . org . uk
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EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO Castle Esplanade , Edinburgh ( 4th-26th ). Scotland ’ s stunning annual outdoor military spectacular set against the magnificent backdrop of Edinburgh Castle and featuring Massed Bands of Her Majesty ’ s Royal Marines , Highland Dancing , the Band of the Royal Regiment of Scotland and the stirring music of the world famous Massed Pipes & Drums . www . edintattoo . co . uk
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NEWMARKET RACEDAY
July Course , Newmarket . Join us for a sparkling ‘ day at the races ’ at our special Legion Raceday . This is a really special day out – great for novices and seasoned race-goers alike . You will be welcomed with drinks followed by a fabulous three-course lunch with wine and afternoon tea in our private marquee right by the finishing post . Your ticket will include entry to all public areas of the Racecourse and car parking . Price : £ 120 . In aid of The Royal British Legion . Tel : Rebecca , 020 3207 2272 . www . britishlegion . org . uk / newmarket
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NSPCC MESSATHON Aldenham Country Park , Borehamwood . Messathon is the 2.5k obstacle course set in some of the UK ’ s most scenic outdoor venues . Price : £ 15.50 Adult ; £ 9.50 Child ; Sponsorship Target £ 200 . E-mail : messathon @ nspcc . org . uk
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TEXTILES FAIR The American Museum in Britain , Bath . Now in its fourth year , the Textiles Fair brings a wide range of specialist textile retailers to the museum . Browse antique , vintage and world textiles as well as yarns and maker ’ s supplies . Tel : 01225 460503 . www . americanmuseum . org
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ARUNDEL FESTIVAL
Arundel Castle ( 19th-28th ). Great performances in the open-air theatre each evening ending with a firework spectacular . E-mail : events @ arundelfestival . co . uk
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ArcelorMittal Orbit , Olympic Park , London . We are looking for fearless fundraisers to take on the UK ’ s Highest Freefall Abseil situated in the iconic Olympic Park . The ArcelorMittal Orbit is the UK ’ s Tallest sculpture providing an adrenaline-fuelled way to see London at 262 feet above the city . In aid of St Joseph ’ s Hospice . Price : Registration £ 25 ; Minimum Sponsorship £ 200 . Tel : Owen Callaghan , 020 8525 6033 . E-mail : o . callaghan @ stjh . org .
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MUSIC SERIES : THE HONEY CUTTERS The American Museum in Britain , Bath . The Honey Cutters ’ music has been described as Appalachian honky-tonk but the band has a richer depth of character than this term suggests . Here they present a more pared back and acoustic sound , allowing singer and songwriter Amanda Anne Platt to shine . Tel : 01225 460503 . www . americanmuseum . org
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ROYAL AIR FORCE PHOTOGRAPHY DAY Imperial War Museum , Duxford . Each Photography Day focuses on a different theme , starting with a practical exercise using a static object indoors and progressing onto portrait photography in an outdoor setting . There will also be an opportunity to photograph a flying aircraft if the weather permits . www . iwm . org . uk
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OPEN AIR CINEMA WITH LUNA CINEMA Waddesdon Manor , Nr Aylesbury , Bucks . The Luna Cinema returns to Waddesdon with two classic films Friday 25th - Casablanca ( 1942 ) Saturday 26th - Harry Potter and the Philosopher ’ s Stone ( 2001 ) www . thelunacinema . com
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SOUTH COAST CHALLENGE Eastbourne to Arundel ( 26th-27th ). More than 2,000 challengers will be walking at their own pace , many jog parts and some will run the whole course . You can sign up as an individual or as a team and there ’ s half and quarter distances options . Experience some of the country ’ s best views whilst tackling a great challenge over an unforgettable weekend . bibic Tel : 01458 253344 . E-mail : fundraising @ bibic . org . uk
Battersea Dogs & Cats Home www . battersea . org . uk
Cardiac Risk in the Young ( C-R-Y ) Tel : 01737 363222 , events @ c-r-y . org . uk
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DUXFORD SUMMER MOTORFEST Imperial War Museum , Duxford . A day out for the whole family . Explore hundreds of contemporary and classic cars at this Spring Car Show . www . iwm . org . uk
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CYCLE LAND ’ S END TO JOHN O ’ GROATS ( 29th-10th Sept ). This is a classic challenge that many dream of . A fabulous way to see the country and one of the most rewarding things you will ever do ! In aid of Parkinson ’ s UK . Registration : £ 299 . Tel : 020 7932 1342 . E-mail : events @ parkinsons . org . uk
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