South West events

See below for events taking place across the South West region in 2010.

For more details on these events, unless otherwise stated, contact Jean Almond - Regional Fundraiser on 0844 225 3732 or email rf.southwest@parkinsons.org.uk

July

24-25 July 2010 - Monkton Elm Garden Centre, Taunton
10.30am-4.30pm

Our regional fundraiser will be available at Monkton Elm Garden Centre in Taunton to meet you. Free information about local support and fundraising will be available.

31 July-1 August - Bristol Harbour Festival

Meet our team at the Bristol Harbour Festival! Come along to our stand in the charity area of the Dance Village, for free information and to find out more about the support available locally.

For more information on the festival go to www.bristolharbourfestival.co.uk

August

6-7 August - Taunton Flower Show

Join us at Vivary Park in Taunton for the Taunton Flower Show. Meet our team, receive free information and to find out more about the support available locally.

For more information on the show go to www.tauntonflowershow.co.uk

10-11 August 2010
British Fireworks Championships - Plymouth

We urgently need volunteers to sell the official programmes for the British Fireworks Championships and raise funds for Parkinson's UK in Plymouth this August.

If you can help us to raise funds by volunteering between 7pm-9pm on either 10 or 11 August please contact Jean on 0844 225 3732 or email rf.southwest@parkinsons.org.uk

September

1 September 2010 - Abseil Plymouth

Following the huge success of this event in 2009 we invite you to join us at our second abseil down Derriford Hospital!

Can you conquer this local landmark? See our main events section for more information.

25 September 2010 - Dorset Coastal Walk

This is a NEW event! Join us on Saturday 25 September as we hike 11 miles along the stunning Jurassic Coast to raise money for people with Parkinson's.

This tough walking challenge starts at Lyme Regis and includes the ascent of Golden Cap, the highest peak on the South Coast of England, which towers 626ft above sea level.

Registration is only £5 and all sponsorship raised will support the work of Parkinson's UK in the South West.

To find out more or request your application pack call Jean on 0844 225 3732 or email rf.southwest@parkinsons.org.uk

October

3 October 2010 - Clarendon Marathon

Whatever your level of experience as a runner you can support us at Clarendon!

Choose from a full marathon, half marathon or relay marathon at this unusual event near Salisbury.

For more information visit www.clarendon-marathon.co.uk

5 October 2010
Parkinson's Information Event - Minchinhampton

Cotswold Care, Burleigh Lane, Minchinhampton, Glos GL5 2PQ
1.30pm-4.30pm

Guest speakers include:

Dr Peter Fletcher, Consultant Physician Elderly Care - 'Developments in the treatment of Parkinson's'
Ann Gilbert, Parkinson's Disease Nurse Specialist - Living with Parkinson's

People attending an information event Meet our team including your local information and support worker who will be attending to provide information and advice on coping with Parkinson’s.

To book your FREE place call 01453 886868.

13 October - Jersey Drop-in Event

An information event at Overdale Hospital - for more information call Jayne Dunn Information and Support Manager on 0844 225 3692 or ism.southwest@parkinsons.org.uk