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A Month-by-Month Guide to Events Around the Country JUNE KAFFE FASSETT’S QUILTS IN AMERICA - American Museum and Garden, Claverton Manor, Bath (Until 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] ALL SHOOK UP: THOMAS KELLNER’S AMERICA - American Museum and Garden, Claverton Manor, Bath (Until 3rd Nov). For this exhibition, German photo artist Thomas Kellner has selected some of his favorite pieces that capture well- known landmarks in America. Organised by The American Museum in Britain. Tel: [phone]. E-mail: [email protected] THE GREAT WALL OF CHINA TREK China (1st-9th). You have not lived if you have not seen the Great Wall of China, or as the Chinese saying goes. And it’s not surprising why! The Great Wall of China has been voted one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Stretching for 6,000km, it zig-zags its way across China, snaking across mountains and through valleys. This is a fantastic challenge, hiking for five days along this magnificent man-made structure. In aid of Heart Research UK. Tel: [phone]. E-mail: [email protected] 1 THE SUPERCAR EVENT Goodwood Motor Circuit. Join us for The Supercar Event at the Goodwood Motor Circuit for passenger rides in some of the world’s most iconic supercars. There will also be a wide range of other activities for the whole family including a dedicated children’s area, helicopter flights and more. In aid of The Children’s Trust. Tel: [phone]. E-mail: [email protected] 1 22 THE LONDON & UK DATEBOOK CHARITY GOLF DAY 2019 Woburn Golf Club, Milton Keynes. Woburn Abbey and the surrounding estate will provide a stunning backdrop and historical setting with the competition taking place on Woburn’s newest championship course. All proceeds from the day will be used to fund research to find better treatments and ultimately a cure for over three million people in UK at risk of Kidney disease. Price: Team fee £1,200 per fourball. In in aid of Kidney Research UK Tel: [phone]. E-mail: [email protected] 3 A GARDEN VISIT Wareham, Dorset, 10.30am – 5.00pm. Join the Garden Museum on a visit to two contrasting gardens on the Jurassic Coast in Dorset. The Day includes morning coffee, a seasonal two-course lunch with wine and afternoon tea. Price: Tickets £135; Friends £120 Tel: [phone]. E-mail: [email protected] 3 ‘REFLECTIONS’ Holly lodge Centre, Pembroke Lodge, Richmond Park. On Tuesday 4th June we will be hosting an exclusive evening of music and song at the magnificent Pembroke Lodge as we celebrate the 16th year of this super event. In aid of Holly Lodge Centre. Tel: [phone]. E-mail: hlcevents@ thehollylodgecentre.org.uk 4 EAST ANGLIA BLACK TIE DINNER Holkham Hall, North Norfolk at 7pm. Hospitality Action is marking the launch of its East Anglia board with a celebratory evening at 18th Century stately home, Holkham Hall. Guests will be treated to six courses by local award- winning chefs in memory of hospitality employee Nyall Brown. Price: £75; £750 for a table of 10. Tel: [phone]. E-mail: [email protected] 4 CHELSEA PHYSIC GARDEN PARTY Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, London, 6.30pm – 9.30pm. This Garden Party returns for another fabulous year. With live entertainment, 4 auctions and plenty of fun to be had you won’t want to miss out on this very special event in the stunning Chelsea Physic Garden. In aid of Breast Cancer Haven. Price: £80 ticket entry includes canapes and champagne. Tel: [phone]. E-mail: Dawnie Vernon, [email protected] MACMILLAN’S HOUSE OF LORDS VS HOUSE OF COMMONS TUG-OF-WAR Westminster Abbey Gardens, London. Welcoming 600 guests each cheering on the team battling it out over a tug- of-war rope. Guests enjoy this spectacle in beautiful surroundings whilst indulging in a glass of champagne, buffet dinner, superb entertainment and the summer party atmosphere. In aid of Macmillan Cancer Care. Tel: Charlotte Briggs, 020 3947 4773 ext. 2522 www.macmillan.org.uk 4 THE 17th GASTRONOMIC EVENING - The Dorchester, London at 6pm. Six courses of the finest food and world class entertainment await you at Variety’s Gastronomic Evening. Combined with brilliant networking opportunities for members of the professional and business world, this is an evening that is not to be missed! Price: £3,000 Silver Table, £4,000 Gold table, £5,000 Platinum Table, Individual Tickets £300 person. Dress: Black Tie. Tel: [phone]. E-mail:[email protected] 5 60 MINUTES LIVE WITH LORD ALAN SUGAR - The Savoy, London 8am – 11am. We are extremely excited to announce that Lord Alan Sugar and Sir Martin Sorrell have come together to help raise funds for Haven House. One of the UK’s biggest brains – Lord Sugar will be stepping out of the board room to speak exclusively about his life and remarkable career. The event will be hosted by founder of S4 Capital, WPP and former WPP chief Sir Martin Sorrell. The advertising industry’s most prominent figure Sir Martin, will be quizzing the host of BBC One’s “The Apprentice”. Price: £100 and a luxury breakfast is included. Contact: Abby Mason, Tel: [phone]. E-mail: [email protected] 6