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12 July 2016
We have put together our top picks for the fundraising events in August. There is something for everybody including a gallery exhibition, hike, endurance race and an adrenaline rush! Take a challenge and lend a helping hand by raising money for our countries much loved charities. Even if you can’t take part, head down to the event and show your support for the participants.
Happy Fundraising!
Trans-Pennine Mighty Hike
MacMillan Cancer Support
Saturday 13th of August
Manchester, Bankswood Park, Hadfield
Registration fee: £25. Minimum sponsorship: £250
Challenge yourself on a 27 mile hike across some of the most beautiful landscape in England. You’ll journey along the Trans-Pennine Trail through the beautiful Peak District taking in the summer sun, the fantastic views and raising £250 for Macmillan. You will be well looked after with a free buffet lunch and hot food at the finish, regular check points with free drinks and snacks, a clearly marked route and medical assistance, as well as a finisher’s medal and bubbly.
www.macmillan.org.uk/get-involved/trans-penninemightyhike
Art For Care
Marie Curie
The Glasgow Art Club
The exhibition is free to enter and 50% of all artwork sold will go to Marie Curie.
All the art that’s being showcased will be on sale, with at least 50% from the sale of each work going straight to Marie Curie to help support people living with a terminal illness across the UK. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to purchase original works by Scottish artists, including Cecilia Cardiff and Gerard Burns.
www.mariecurie.org.uk/get-involved/charity-events/art-for-care
South Coast Challenge
Charity of your choice
Saturday 27th – Sunday 28th August 2016
Start in Eastbourne
Charity and self funding options available, please check the website for more details. Prices including £175 for the full 100km and the self funding option.
Walk, Jog or run the South Coast Challenge thats up to you, but have you go that it takes? With the full 100km option, halves and quarter options available, you can take part what ever your fitness level. Take in the views of the gorgeous south coast of England and challenge your body to raise money for a charity of you choice.
http://www.southcoastchallenge.com
River Lagan Zip Line
Meningitis Research Foundation
Sunday 28th August 2016
Belfast
Registration: £42. Minimum sponsorship: £70
Fancy yourself an adrenaline rush? You will start on a crane raised 150ft in the air looking over the city. You will then take the trip of a life time, flying over the river down a 1000ft long zip wire. Feel the sun on your face and the wind in your hair as you raise money for the great care and support the charity supplies.
www.meningitis.org/fundraising-events/river-lagan-zipline-august