Donna Minto (Events & Community Officer) from Norfolk and Norwich association for the blind has recently email me asking me to share some of their fundraising events. She has also sent me a list of their challenges coming up that look fab!
If you are a local beautician and want a table at the pamper event, then please contact Donna directly.
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Quiz & Chips
Thursday 14th February – Virgin Money Lounge at 10 Castle Street, Norwich, NR2 1PD, are supporting the NNAB this year by giving us a London Marathon place & raising funds for the sponsorhip. The first event planned is a Quiz & chips night on valentines day beginning at 6.30pm until 9pm. A great night out for friends and family with a fun quiz to suit all ages. Teams of up to 8 can take part & tickets are available from the Virgin Money Lounge during opening hours of 9am to 5.30pm Monday to Saturday or Sunday 10am to 4pm. £10 includes food, soft drinks & the quiz. Feel free to bring a bottle!
Any questions please call Donna on 01603 629558 or email: donnaminto@nnab.org.uk
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Gin Night
Friday 22nd February at 6.30pm – Following on the success of previous evenings our Gin Night is back again to delight and entertain you with special mixes, new gins and cocktails created by Van Vina. Join us for a taste bud tingling, fascinating whirl around the history of gin whilst raising funds in support of people with sight loss in Norfolk.
Chin Chin
Tickets – £30 includes all drinks & snacks.
Venue – The NNAB Bradbury Activity Centre, Beckham Place, Edward Street, Norwich. NR3 3DZ
Tel: 01603 629558 or email: donnaminto@nnab.org.uk
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Spring Pamper Evening
Friday 3rd May – An evening of pampering taster sessions, including massage, facials, reflexology, haircuts, hopi ears, reflexology & much more. Prices from £3 to £15 for us to 40 mins of treatments. The tea rooms will be open all night selling wine, homemade cakes & other refreshments. Entrance is £3 on the door or to reserve your tickets call 01603 573000.
Venue: The NNAB Bradbury Acitvity Centre, Beckham Place, Edward Street, Norwich. NR3 3DZ.
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Personal Challenge Events for 2019
In 2019 step out of your comfort zone and sign up to one our adrenaline fuelled personal fundraising challenges. To register your interest in any of our incredible events please contact jeremygoss@nnab.org.uk or donnaminto@nnab.org.uk
Be part of something special and live the adventure!
The London O2 Climb
Date – April 25th 2019
The London O2 Climb takes you on an exhilarating 90-minute climb over the roof of the world’s most popular entertainment venue. Marvel at the 360° views and when it’s clear you can see landmarks up to 15 miles away. Discover a different side of London, historic Greenwich, The Olympic Park and Canary Wharf.
The NNAB are looking for 20 individuals to join them on this high adventure experience.
Individual cost – £50
Individual fundraising target – £200
Zip Wire Challenge
Date – May 18th 2019
Prepare for a truly unique and exhilarating experience; the fastest zip line in the world. Soar over Penrhyn Quarry, North Wales, where you could travel at speeds of over 100mph while you take in the breath taking views and feel the freedom of flight.
The NNAB are looking for 20 individuals to join them on this zip line experience.
Individual cost – £50
Individual fundraising target – £250
Tandem Skydive Experience
Date – Saturday 15th June 2019
Make a tandem skydive from two miles high! Securely harnessed to your tandem instructor, you will be in free fall for 50 seconds at speeds in excess of 120 mph. This a guaranteed thrill of a lifetime!
The NNAB are looking for 20 individuals to join them on this skydive experience.
Individual cost – £195
Individual fundraising target – £250
The NNAB Blindfolded Run
Saturday 13th July 2019
To many running 5k (3 miles) is not a problem but what about completing this distance blindfolded! The NNAB are staging a blindfolded run at Eaton Park in Norwich to prove that having any degree of sight loss is not a barrier when it comes to sports participation. Come along with a friend and experience blindfolded running and at the same time raise awareness and funds for the NNAB.
The NNAB are looking for teams of two to enjoy this unique running experience.
Individual fundraising target – £100
The Tour de Broads Cycling Event
Sunday 18th August
Experience the unique country roads, quiet villages and picturesque scenery that the Norfolk Broads has to offer, in a safe, well-supported, friendly cycling event. There will be a choice of four routes (25 miles, 50 miles, 75 miles and 100 miles) and a family ride.
All routes are fully signposted.
Team NNAB are looking for 30 individuals to join them on this cycling experience.
Individual cost – Free entry
Individual fundraising target – £300
East to West Extreme Cycling Challenge
Date – 5th September 2019
On the 5th September 2019 a team of NNAB cyclists will embark on a journey which will result in the completion of 2 extreme fundraising challenges.
West to East Cycling Challenge
A team of NNAB cyclists will attempt to cycle from North Wales to the East coast of Norfolk in 3 days covering over 370 miles. This gruelling cycle challenge will include pedalling 120 miles on day 1, 120 miles on day 2 and 130 miles on day 3. A tough endurance test and one which only attract competent cyclists.
Velocity 2 Zip Wire Challenge
As a warm up to this major cycling challenge the team will ride the fastest and longest zip line in the world! Based in Bethesda, close to Bangor, the one mile long ‘Velocity 2’ zip line is an experience of a lifetime and is the closest thing to flying where you reach speeds of up to 118mph!
The charity is looking for up to 15 competent cyclists to join them on this unique challenge
Individual Cost – £400
Individual Fundraising Target – £1000
ABSEIL the Orbit
Date – Wednesday 2nd October 2019
Experience the highest freefall abseil from the UK’s tallest sculpture – the ArcelorMittal Orbit based at the Olympic Park in London. This is the most adrenaline-fuelled way to see London at 262 feet above the city.
The NNAB are looking for 20 individuals to join them on this abseiling experience.
Individual cost – £100
Individual fundraising target – £300
Live locally to Norwich and want to book in? Have a look at my price list and contact me by email.
