A Month-by-Month Guide to Events Around the Country
RHS HAMPTON FLOWER SHOW
Hampton Court Palace
(2nd-7th).
This great garden festival is set in the
exceptional grounds of King Henry VIII’s
former palace. A highlight of the
summer! Enjoy a first look at the
spectacular gardens and floral displays.
www.rhs.org.uk
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HENLEY ROYAL REGATTA
Henley-on-Thames (3rd-7th).
Henley Royal Regatta was first held in
1839 and has been held annually ever
since, except during the Two World
Wars. Originally staged by the Mayor and
people of Henley as a public attraction
with fair and other amusements, the
emphasis rapidly changed so that rowing
became its main purpose. Tel: Ticket
Office, 01491 571900. www.hrr.co.uk
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THE 25TH ANNUAL
WARWICKSHIRE GOLF DAY
Stoneleigh Deer Park Golf Club,
Warwickshire.
Enjoy the fun, fellowship and golf at this
prestigious event. Sit down to a three
course meal after the 18 hole challenge
and take part in the live auction and
much anticipated prize giving ceremony.
Price: £280 for a team of four; £70 per
person. Tee times: 11.30am – 2.00pm.
In aid of Fight for Sight.
Tel: Debbie White 07866 510959.
E-mail: [email protected]
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THE BOB WILSON GOLF CLASSIC
Rudding Park Golf &
Country Club, Yorkshire.
Rudding Park is set in 300 acres, has
two golf courses, an award winning
restaurant, and a luxury rooftop spa.
The competition will be a team event
over two days and the evenings will be
filled with fundraising fun and frolics!
Price: £425 per person. In aid of the
Willow Foundation. Tel: 01707 259777.
www.willowfoundation.org.uk
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MUSIC IN THE PARK
Nonsuch Mansion, Nonsuch
Park, Ewell Road, Cheam.
St Raphael’s Hospice is extremely
excited to host our 10th Music in the
Park outdoor concert. Line Up: West End
Jerseys A Tribute to Jersey Boys, Scott
Jordan’s Bruno Mars Tribute, Bon Giovi,
and Dolly James as Tina Turner. Book
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THE LONDON & UK DATEBOOK
tickets at https://musicinthepark19.
eventbrite.co.uk
Tel: Supporter Care Team,
020 8254 2450. E-mail:
[email protected]
RAINBOW TRUST CORPORATE
GOLF DAY - Foxhills Golf Club.
Your day will start with the traditional
golfing breakfast of bacon butties and
coffee before heading out to the
Bernard Hunt Course. Following an
afternoon of golfing you will enjoy drinks
on the terrace and a three course dinner
with entertainment and the all-important
prize giving. Price: £600 per team
(fourball). In aid of Rainbow Trust.
Tel: 01372 220042.
E-mail: [email protected]
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KEW THE MUSIC 2019
Royal Botanic Gardens,
Kew (9th-14th).
Iconic names in spectacular
surroundings – this year’s Kew the
Music is back with more unforgettable
summer nights. With headline acts from
Beverley Knight, Billy Ocean, Jess
Glynne, Jules Holland, Craig David,
Garbage and Rick Astley, these summer
concerts offer an experience you won’t
want to miss. Tel: 020 8332 5655.
www.kew.org
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PRIVATE VIEW OF THE SUMMER
EXHIBITION - Royal Academy
of Arts, London.
An exclusive view of the Royal
Academy’s annual Summer Exhibition.
Enjoy champagne and canapés as you
view the collection and bid for specially
donated artworks in a live auction.
In aid of Marie Curie Cancer Care.
E-mail: mariecurie.org.uk/royalacademy
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CANONTEIGN FALLS OPERA
The Barn, Canonteign Falls,
Christow, Devon.
Join us for a performance of Cosi Fan
Tutte by Devon Opera, an outstanding
company supporting young professional
singers and musicians. The evening will
take place in the stunning location of
Canonteign Falls where you can enjoy
your picnic by the lakeside. Dress:
Black Tie. Price: £50. Time: Picnics
5.30pm; Performance 7.30pm.
In aid of British Red Cross.
Tel: Diane Bentley 07711 007238.
E-mail: [email protected]
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THE PEAK DISTRICT
CHALLENGE - Peak District
(13th-14th July).
Choose your location. Choose your
distance. Choose to help beat
heartbreak forever. Push yourself further
and sign up for one of our events. In aid
of the British Heart Foundation.
Tel: 020 7554 0000. www.bhf.org.uk
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THE FLYING LEGENDS
IWM AIR SHOW
Duxford, Cambridgeshire
(13th-14th July).
This show is famous all over the world
for its unique presentation of historic
piston-engined aircraft in rare
combinations and remarkable flying
displays. Complementing the ‘wow’
factor in the air if the authentic 1940’s
atmosphere that can be experienced
across the museum. It’s closest you can
get to being back at RAF Duxford in its
flying heyday. Tel: 01223 499320.
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FOLK BY THE OAK
Hatfield House,
Hertfordshire.
Folk by the Oak promises to be a
fantastic day with hand-picked caterers,
award-winning musicians and donations
being collected throughout the day for
Willow. For Tickets Visit:
www.folkbytheoak.com In aid of Willow
Foundation. Tel: 01707 259777 ext 2.
E-mail: Florence Moffat,
[email protected]
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GOURMET TASTING DINNER
Chamberlain’s, London.
Join us for our annual tasting dinner in
the atmospheric surroundings of
Leadenhall Market; Chamberlain’s is one
of the City’s finest restaurants, and long
standing supporters of the Legion. You
will have the chance to enjoy its superb
cuisine in a private dining room with a
delicious five-course dinner and matched
wines. In aid of The Royal British Legion.
Tel: Rebecca, 020 3207 2272.
E-mail: [email protected]
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THE PASSAGE GARDEN PARTY
College Garden,
Westminster Abbey,
6pm to 8 pm.
A charming open air evening of food,
drink and musical entertainment in the
beautiful surroundings of the historic
College Garden at Westminster Abbey.
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