Events
This is a complete listing of all our events in all categories, listed in date order.
Most of these events are organised by Diabetes UK. For external events (denoted by a * ), please contact the organisers directly – we have supplied email and website addresses where possible. (We are not responsible for the content of external websites.)
To make it easier to find the event you require, we list them elsewhere in the following categories:
NB Some events fall into more than one category, and can be viewed in more than one place.
All Diabetes UK and external events
You can jump for Diabetes UK on any day of the year, why not get a group of friends together and jump on the same day. Its free to jump if you raise £395, and if you raise over £550 you will get a holiday voucher worth £150.
If you would like to take part in a skydive or have any questions, please contact the Events Fundraising team.
- Contact
- Events Fundraising
- Email
- lynsey.thompson@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 020 7424 1870
Inject some energy into 2013
Following on from our celebration of 90 years of insulin in 2012, we launched our 90 campaign, encouraging people to take up the challenge of undertaking a new activity for 90 minutes each week for a month. Today the number of people with diabetes is even greater and we want to start the next 90 years by encouraging everyone to inject some energy into 2013 by taking up the 90 minute Challenge.
Challenge to do 90 minutes of activity each week for one month in 2013.
- Contact
- Northern & Yorkshire Team
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
Do you fancy throwing a party with friends, family and colleagues to raise vital funds for Diabetes UK? Whether it is a tea party, a barbeque a dinner party or a themed party, the choice is up to you.
- Contact
- Nicola Musk
- Email
- fundraising.southeast@diabetes.org.uk
Perfect for Halloween, but you can have fun with this any time!
Tired of holding standard Zumba classes? Want to get more people excited and involved in this fantastic form of exercise? Why not hold a Zumba class with a twist... ZOMBIE ZUMBATHON!
- Contact
- Nicola Musk
- Email
- fundraising.southeast@diabetes.org.uk
Looking for a fun fundraising idea? Why not get a group of friends, family or colleagues together and hold a Big Diabetes Quiz for Diabetes UK?
- Email
- fundraising.eastern@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01376 501390
Online registration for the UKAC Meeting 2009
27 July - 3 August 2013
Blairvadach Outdoor Education Centre
Rhu, Helensburgh
Scotland
G84 8NN
Price: £375 per person
- Email
- careevents@diabetes.org.uk
Looking for a fun fundraising idea? Why not get a group of friends, family or colleagues together and hold a Big Diabetes Quiz to raise money for Diabetes UK?
- Contact
- Nicola Musk
- Email
- Fundraising.southeast@diabetes.org.uk
Looking for a fun fundraising idea? Why not get a group of friends, family or colleagues together and hold a Big Diabetes Quiz for Diabetes UK?
- Email
- south.west@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01823 448260
Looking for a fun fundraising idea? Why not get a group of friends, family or colleagues together and hold a Big Diabetes Quiz for Diabetes UK?
- Email
- fundraising.london@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 020 7472 1074
17th August 2013
Dores
Loch Ness
Inverness
IV2 6TR
Take on the "Big Yin" - conditions can be challenging on this one mile swim, but the views down Loch Ness are awe-inspiring. For the novice open-water swimmer, the "Wee Nessie" half mile swim is also an excellent first-time challenge.
- Email
- scotlandfundraising@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 0141 245 6380
Expert Patients Programme (EPP) courses are FREE and help people to improve their health and wellbeing by learning new skills to manage their condition on a daily basis. People who have already attended courses have told us it has helped them to deal with their pain, tiredness, feelings of depression, frustration and other difficulties that may come from living with a long-term condition.
- Phone
- 0800 988 5550
- Website
- Expert Patients Programme (EPP)
Sunday 8 September 2013
Sunderland
Keep this date in your diary. There will be walks available for all ages and abilities, including wheelchairs and pushchairs.
- Contact
- Northern & Yorkshire Office
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- Sunderland Big Walks
Leeds Xpress Triathlon 2013
Sunday 28 July 2013
Registration fee £42.00
Looking for a fun fundraising idea? Why not get a group of friends, family or colleagues together and hold a Big Diabetes Quiz for Diabetes UK?
- Contact
- Diabetes UK Midlands
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01922 614500
Friday 28 June 2013
Dinsdale Spa Golf Club
Join Diabetes UK and Butterwick House Children's Hospice for a day of golf at the scenic Dinsdale Spa Golf Club, situated between the villages of Middleton St George and Neasham.
- Contact
- Jeff Lupton (Rotary Club of Teesside West)
- Email
- jeffrey.lupton@ntlworld.com
- Phone
- 01642 645857
Nationwide
Two-hour duration
Do you work with children/vulnerable adults as a Diabetes UK volunteer? Are you interested in learning the best ways to protect children/vulnerable adults, as well as protecting yourself? Would you like to find out about Diabetes UK’s specific safeguarding policies and procedures, and their relevance to you?
- Contact
- Safeguarding team
- Email
- safeguarding@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 020 7424 1047
Throw a party with friends, family and colleagues to raise vital funds for Diabetes UK. Whether it is a tea party, a barbeque a dinner party or a themed party, the choice is up to you.
- Contact
- Midlands Team
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
Monday 20 May 2013
The Stand Comedy Club
Newcastle
NE1 2BX
Diabetes UK shall be hosting an evening of comedy at the highly acclaimed Stand Comedy Club in the heart of Newcastle.
Doors open at 7.00pm with the acts starting at 8.30pm.
Line-up now confirmed!
- Contact
- Northern & Yorkshire Fundraising Team
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
Saturday 14 September 2013, TBC
Join us at the beautiful Redworth Hall for a night of indulgence and fun. This event has kindly been organised by RMV Music and Events in aid of Diabetes UK.
- Contact
- RMV Music and Events
- Email
- rmvmusicandevents@gmail.com
- Phone
- 01325 788982
Virgin Balloon Flights offer you the experience of a lifetime - a fantastic trip drifting over beautiful countryside in a Virgin hot air balloon. Virgin Balloon Flights are donating a fantastic £15 to Diabetes UK for every balloon flight booked through the special booking line – 0870 787 4978
- Phone
- 0870 787 4978
Virgin Balloon Flights offer you the experience of a lifetime - a fantastic trip drifting over beautiful countryside in a Virgin hot air balloon. Virgin Balloon Flights are donating a fantastic £15 to Diabetes UK for every balloon flight booked through the special booking line – 0870 787 4978
- Phone
- 0870 787 4978
10 - 17 August 2013
Calshot Activities Centre
Calshot Spit
Southampton
SO45 1BR
Price: £375 per person
- Email
- careevents@diabetes.org.uk
This is a relatively simple way of raising funds, a bit different and good fun. It can take place at any social evening where you have a minimum of 25–30 people, but it is particularly successful at dinner-dances involving large numbers.
For further details, please contact your local Diabetes UK office.
This is a relatively simple way of raising funds, a bit different and good fun. It can take place at any social evening where you have a minimum of 25–30 people, but it is particularly successful at dinner-dances involving large numbers.
- Contact
- Events Fundraising team
- Email
- events.fundraising@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 020 7424 1000
This is a relatively simple way of raising funds, a bit different and good fun. It can take place at any social evening where you have a minimum of 25–30 people, but it is particularly successful at dinner-dances involving large numbers.
For further details, please contact us.
- Phone
- 01376 501390
A larger-scale event, ideal for browsers, buyers and dealers.
For further details, please contact your local Diabetes UK office.
Not difficult to organise and run, if you do the groundwork thoroughly.
For further details, please contact your local Diabetes UK office.
Collection boxes are a great way to raise funds for Diabetes UK.
For further details, please contact your local Diabetes UK office.
It's fun, it's simple, and it's just what it says... Denim for Diabetes is about ditching your usual attire for the day, and jumping into something denim to raise funds for Diabetes UK.
- Phone
- 020 7424 1000
Ask a local shop (or a clothing manufacturer if there's one in your area) to help you stage a fashion show. Plan this thoroughly so that you can exploit all its money-making possibilities like programme advertising, advance ticket sales and a raffle.
For further details, please contact your local Diabetes UK office.
Ask a local shop (or a clothing manufacturer if there's one in your area) to help you stage a fashion show. Plan this thoroughly so that you can exploit all its money-making possibilities like programme advertising, advance ticket sales and a raffle.
- Contact
- Events Fundraising team
- Email
- events.fundraising@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 020 7424 1000
Ask a local shop (or a clothing manufacturer if there's one in your area) to help you stage a fashion show. Plan this thoroughly so that you can exploit all its money-making possibilities like programme advertising, advance ticket sales and a raffle.
For further details, please contact us.
- Email
- eastern@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01376 501390
Saturday 22 June 2013
Alton Water Park
Suffolk
Join Team Diabetes UK at the Great East Swim 2013! the perfect challenge for swimmers of all abilities!
Experience open water swimming safe in the knowledge expert kayakers and safety boats are with you every step of the way.
- Contact
- Eastern Fundraising Team
- Email
- fundraising.eastern@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01376 505242
- Website
- www.greatswim.org
Why not ask people to mark your special day, by making a donation to Diabetes UK.
- Contact
- Events Fundraising team
- Email
- events.fundraising@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 020 7424 1000
Why not ask people to mark your special day by making a donation to Diabetes UK?
For further details, please contact us.
- Phone
- 01376 501390
Why not ask people to mark your special day, by making a donation to Diabetes UK.
For further details, please contact your local Diabetes UK office.
Usually an entertaining evening! For further details, please contact your local Diabetes UK office.
For further details, please contact your local Diabetes UK office.
Being more active often conjures up thoughts of expensive gym memberships, running on a treadmill and aerobics in a leotard – but this need not be the case. Step It Up for Diabetes UK is designed to help get you off the sofa and gradually work you up to walking, jogging or running 5K in just 12 weeks – and all for free.
- Contact
- Eastern Fundraising Team
- Email
- fundraising.eastern@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01376 501390
Millions of people all over the world will be recognising World Diabetes Day on 14 November. Why not join them and help raise vital funds and awareness by having a fundraising get-together with family, friends and colleagues in November.
For further details, please contact your local Diabetes UK office.
Millions of people all over the world will be recognising World Diabetes Day on 14 November. Why not join them and help raise vital funds and awareness by having a fundraising get-together with family, friends and colleagues in November.
- Contact
- Events Fundraising team
- Email
- events.fundraising@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 020 7424 1000
Wildlife prints available, with £1 from each print sold donated to Diabetes UK.
- Contact
- Richard Whittlestone
- Phone
- 0845 434 3044
- Website
- Chatsworth Collection
Wednesday 6 November 2013
FERA Lakeside Conference Centre
Sand Hutton
York
YO41 1LZ
A one-day diabetes update for GP's, community and practice nurses, dietitians, podiatrists, pharmacists and all those working in the delivery of diabetes care.
Designed by a multi-disiplinary team of diabetes practitioners to generate debate and provide workable solutions for day-to-day clinical diabetes issues.
- Contact
- Isla Ballard
- Email
- isla.ballard@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
Comedy Night - Edinburgh
21 May 2013
The Stand
Edinburgh
Join us for a fun-packed, rib-tickling evening of entertainment.
- Email
- scotlandfundraising@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 0141 245 6380
We will be visiting Livingston, Glasgow Forge, Dumfries, Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Paisley, Ayr and Stirling.
- Contact
- For information about volunteering at a Scotland roadshow please contact the Scotland team.
- Email
- scotland@diabetes.org.uk
We will be visiting Haverfordwest, Cardiff, Aberystwyth, Abergavenny, Rhyl, Swansea, Newtown and Aberdare.
- Contact
- For information about volunteering at a Wales roadshow please contact the Wales team.
- Email
- wales@diabetes.org.uk
We will be visiting Bury St Edmunds, Felixstowe, Peterborough, Luton, Brentwood, Norwich, Harlow, Huntingdon and Kings Lynn.
- Contact
- For information about volunteering at an Eastern roadshow please contact the Eastern team.
- Email
- eastern@diabetes.org.uk
We will be visiting Croydon, Tower Hamlets, Brent, Newham, Barnet, Southwark, Hounslow, Ealing and Bromley.
- Contact
- For information about volunteering at a London Roadshow please contact the London team.
- Email
- london@diabetes.org.uk
We will be visiting Halifax, Middlesbrough, Bridlington, Bradford, Scunthorpe, Hexham, Chester Le Street, Sheffield and Newcastle.
- Contact
- For information about volunteering at a Northern and Yorkshire roadshow please contact the Northern & Yorkshire team.
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
We will be visiting Crawley, Dartford, Southampton, Eastbourne, Brighton, Bognor Regis, Maidenhead and Woking.
- Contact
- For information about volunteering at a South East roadshow please contact the South East team.
- Email
- south.east@diabetes.org.uk
We will be visiting Barnstaple, Frome, Bristol, Camborne, Bournemouth, Torquay, Exeter, Yeovil and Cheltenham.
If you want to know more about how you can get involved at one of these roadshows, then take a look at the South West Volunteering Opportunities page.
We will be visiting Market Harborough, Walsall, Newark, Burton Upon Trent, Leicester, Hereford, Lincoln, Skegness, Mansfield, Redditch, Wolverhampton, Wellingborough, Stoke, Birmingham, Nottingham and Rugby.
- Contact
- For more information about volunteering at a Midlands roadshow please contact the Midlands team.
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
1 & 2 June 2013
Sunderland
Ride through beautiful Herrington Park with your family or along Sunderland's extensive network of Cycle Routes.
- Contact
- Diabetes UK Northern & Yorkshire
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- http://www.sunderland.gov.uk/index.aspx?articleid=7717
Hold a golf competition at your local club, and choose your own format
Choose any day which suits your club, persuade lots of members to join in and decide on an entry fee - this can form the basis of the donation to Diabetes UK.The winner will receive an exclusive Diabetes UK prize.
- Contact
- Diabetes UK Northern & Yorkshire
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
It's fun, it's simple, and it's just what it says... Denim for diabetes is about ditching your usual attire for the day, and jumping into something denim to raise funds for Diabetes UK.
For further details, please contact your local Diabetes UK office.
- Email
- fundraising.eastern@diabetes.org.uk
A 200-mile bike ride following the eastern coastline of Northumberland, largely following the National Cycle Network Route 1, culminating in Edinburgh.
- Contact
- Northern & Yorkshire Office
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- Eight Point Two
24 August 2013
Roundhay Country Park
Leeds
LS8 2HH
S26 5PQ
Run for Diabetes UK at this Big Fun Run event. The fun run is 5k and starts at 11am. There is also the Big Warm Up starting at 10.40am.
- Contact
- Northern & Yorkshire Office
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- Big Fun Run
18 August 2013
Rother Valley Country Park
Sheffield
S26 5PQ
Run for Diabetes UK at this Big Fun Run event. The fun run is 5k and starts at 11am. There is also the Big Warm Up starting at 10.40am.
- Contact
- Northern & Yorkshire Office
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- Big Fun Run
Monday 29 July 2013
Town Moor (next to Exhibition Park)
Newcastle
NE2 4PZ
Run for Diabetes UK at this Big Fun Run event. The run is 5k and starts at 18.30 pm, with the Big Warm Up starting at 18.10pm.
- Contact
- Northern & Yorkshire Office
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- Big Fun Run
Sunday 6 October 2013
Half Marathon and 10K
City Centre
Glasgow
Choose between 10km or half marathon and join 23,000 runners, joggers and walkers on a beautiful city course in the heart of Glasgow.
- Contact
- Diabetes UK Scotland
- Email
- scotlandfundraising@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 0141 245 6380
- Website
- www.runglasgow.org/
Thursday 27 June 2013
Newcastle / Gateshead Quayside
Tyne 6 Bridges
This event is in its 2nd year and is part of the Virgin Money Cyclone Cycling Festival. There are two fantastic distances to choose from - 9.5km or 14.5km.
- Contact
- Northern & Yorkshire Office
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- Tyne 6 Bridges Challenge
Go the Extra Mile
Make your miles go further by participating in our gym based challenge where you can run, cycle, swim or row a distance agreed with your gym instructor.
- Contact
- Diabetes UK Northern & Yorkshire
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
Inject some energy into 2012
To celebrate 90 years since the discovery of insulin, Diabetes UK is laying down the gauntlet with a 90 Minute Challenge, aimed at raising funds to continue research in to a future free of diabetes. The challenge is to commit to 90 minutes of a new activity each week for a month.
Today the number of people with diabetes is even greater and we want to start the next 90 years by encouraging everyone to inject some energy into 2012 by taking up the 90 Minute Challenge.
- Email
- south.west@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01823 448 260
We will be visiting Manchester, Wythenshawe, Crewe, Carlisle, Fleetwood, Ellesmere Port, Bootle, Oldham, Tameside and Ormskirk.
- Contact
- For information about volunteering at a North West roadshow please contact the North West team.
- Email
- n.westvolunteering@diabetes.org.uk
Sunday 08 September 2013
Middlesbrough
The SABIC 'Tees Pride 10k' road race is suitable for runners of all abilities, taking in a route around Marton, Acklam and Grove Hill.
The 3k fun run is ideal for families and young runners and you can also run in fancy dress!
- Contact
- Northern & Yorkshire
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- Run Middlesbrough
Sunday 25 August 2013
Riverside Car Park
Stockton on Tees
TS18 1TE
YO61 4AS
This is River Rat Race, a 10km course with a twist. Swim, wade, crawl, climb, jump, splash, and run around our urban obstacle course which sees us dive back into the River Tees
.
- Contact
- Northern & Yorkshire
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- River Rat Race
Saturday 02 March & Sunday 29 September 2013
Bramham Park
Leeds
LS23 6LT
The Major Series is a tough but fun 5km and 10km obstacle race designed by British Armed Forces personnel for British Military Fitness.
- Contact
- Northern & Yorkshire
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- The Major Series : North
Sunday 23 June 2013
Pugneys Country Park
Wakefield
Join us in the depths of Pugney's Country Park for a fun and exhilarating outdoor swim at the iconic Yorkshire Swimming Festival.
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- Swim for All Website
Friday 05 July 2013
Sunderland Aquatic Centre
Stadium Park
Sunderland
SR5 1SU
Swim for fun, Swim for Fitness, Swim for Cash - why not join in with this great event and raise some monies for Diabetes UK.
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- Sunderland BIG Swimathon
Friday 14, Saturday 15 & Sunday 16 June
Windermere
Registration fee £32.00 - £46.00
across a choice of three distances
- Contact
- Maria Roberts
- Email
- northwest.fundraising@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01925 644572
Saturday 29 June
Newcastle
Registration for the this year's challenge is now open. Check out the Virgin Money website for further details. Choose from the 33, 63 or 104 mile routes.
- Contact
- Northern & Yorkshire Office
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- Virgin Money Cyclone
Saturday 14 September 2013
Novotel London West
Hammersmith
London
W6 8DR
Join us at The Big Event
Whether you’re newly diagnosed, need a refresher or you’re a parent or carer, book now for our national event, which is open to all.
- Email
- thebigevent@diabetes.org.uk
An opportunity for group volunteers ( old and new ) to get together and share experiences and ideas.
- Contact
- Rose Lee-Gough
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
We will be visiting Armagh, Craigavon, Lisburn, Strabane, Ballymena, Antrim, Belfast and Bangor.
- Contact
- For information about volunteering at a Northern Ireland roadshow please contact the Northern Ireland team.
- Email
- n.ireland@diabetes.org.uk
Sunday 18 August 2013
Settle Area
Yorkshire Dales
An opportunity for volunteers to help out at this fundraising event in the Yorkshire countryside.
- Contact
- Rose Lee-Gough
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
Saturday 25 August 2012
Scotland
Strathclyde Country Park
A superb outdoor swim taking place at Strathclyde Country Park, near Glasgow. Choose from 3 distances - 1 mile, ½ mile or 2 miles. Perfect challenge for all swimming abilities, from first timers to Olympic champions.
- Email
- info@greatswim.org
- Website
- British Gas Great Scottish Swim
08 September 2013
Xscape Braehead
Braehead Shopping Centre, King's Inch Road
Glasgow
G51 4BN
Launch yourself from 40m in the air and zipslide on the outside of the xscape building, followed by a 250m zip across the car park. Not for the faint hearted!
- Email
- scotlandfundraising@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 0141 245 6380
1 June
Holiday Inn, Leeds Garforth
Wakefield Road
Garfield, Leeds
LS25 1LH
Garforth Family Day
- Contact
- Isla Ballard
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
Sunday 15 September
Mote Park
Maidstone
Big Fun Runs are perfect for families and those who haven't done much running before, but want to get into shape - give it a go and raise money for Diabetes UK!
- Contact
- Nicola Musk
- Email
- Fundraising.SouthEast@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01372 731361
- Website
- www.bigfunrun.com
Saturday 29 June
Hove Park
Brighton
This Big Fun Run is the second to be held in Brighton, and is set to be another great one, so get yourself and all of your family and friends signed up now!
- Contact
- Nicola Musk
- Email
- Fundraising.Southeast@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01372 731 361
- Website
- www.bigfunrun.com
Sunday 30 June
Southampton Common
Southampton
After it's success in 2012, the Southampton Big Fun Run is returning for a second year, so don't miss out on your chance to sign up!
- Contact
- Nicola Musk
- Email
- Fundraising.SouthEast@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01372 731361
- Website
- www.bigfunrun.com
Hummingbird Ball
Saturday, November 2nd, 2013 7pm - 1am
Join us for the 13th year of fun, fine dining and entertainment. Edinburgh Voluntary Group present the black tie event of the year at the newly refurbished five star Sheraton Grand Hotel in Edinburgh. Fizz reception, five star dining and dancing 'til late. This is the ball to be seen at!
- Contact
- Diabetes UK Scotland
- Email
- scotlandfundraising@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 0141 245 6380
Hold this event on the date of your choice
Instructors, classes and individuals are invited to join in with the halloween excitement!
As the Zumba craze continues to sweep the globe, Diabetes UK is encouraging people to lace up their dancing shoes and join in some holiday fun.
- Email
- fundraising.london@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 020 7472 1074
Various dates in 2012 and 2013 available
Challenging Bike Trek
through the land
of the kings
The ideal workplace fundraiser - let your festive wishes make a difference to the lives of people living with diabetes. In lieu of Christmas cards for colleagues, display one of our festive posters and invite people to write their greetings to everyone at work and make a donation to Diabetes UK.
Contact: 01372 731 362 or email: fundraising.southeast@diabetes.org.uk
Chirk Hospital, Brynteg Memorial Hall, Cartrefle Community Council Buildings and in the town centre at Ty Avow
The Patient Education Initiative for patients with Type 2 Diabetes (X-PERT) is a free six week programme for people with type 2 diabetes to increase knowledge skills and confidence in managing diabetes.
- Contact
- Alison Robson
- Email
- WrexhamLHB@WrexhamLHB.wales.nhs.uk
- Phone
- 01978 346544
- Website
- Wrexham Local Health Board
Inject some energy into 2013
New Year New You! The challenge is to commit to 90 minutes of a new activity each week for a month.
- Email
- fundraising.london@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 020 7424 1074
Where Denim at school or work for the day and help raise funds for Diabetes UK!
- Contact
- Midlands Team
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01922 614500
Enjoy this event at any time!
Zumbathons are great fun and why not shake it up a bit by holding a Zombie Zumbathon? Perfect for Halloween, but enjoyable all year round!
- Contact
- Maria Roberts
- Email
- northwest.fundraising@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01925 644572
Once a month from from February - October
Magna Science Adventure Centre
Sheffield Road
Rotherham
S60 1DX
Diabetes UK is delighted to offer you this unique and exhilarating exprience of Bungee Jumping indoors.
- Contact
- Northern & Yorkshire Office
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- UK Bungee Club Website
A fun school fundraiser with a difference
Holding a Mad March Hair Day is a great way for schools to get involved in fundraising for Diabetes UK and to raise awareness of the condition.
- Contact
- Please see 'How to take part' for your local office details
18-20 April 2013
Vienna
Austria
The markedly increased risk of diabetes and cardiovascular disease (CVD) underlines the importance of this metabolic syndrome congress.
Discover pioneering research and explore the latest issues from gut hormones in obesity; GLP-1 mimetics and DPP-4 inhibitors in early diabetes and the metabolic syndrome; the role of the GLP-1 axis in prevention, cardiovascular health and cognition; and lessons from bariatric surgery and interventional diabetology.
Learn from world leaders, network with fellow specialist, and enjoy the beautiful, historic setting of Vienna.
- Contact
- Tammy Lessick
- Email
- tlessick@kenes.com
- Website
- 5th International Congress on Prediabetes and the Metabolic Syndrome
Walks in Bexhill, Reigate, Waterlooville and Frimley Green
Walks in Malvern, Nottingham, Peak District National Park, Sutton Coldfield, Melton Mowbray, Evesham, Walsall, Lincoln and Birmingham
Walks in Downpatrick, Strabane, Benone, Dungannon, Newtownabbey, Enniskillen, Portrush, Belfast, Hillsborough, Bangor, Lurgan and Antrim.
Saturday 18 May 2013, 9:45am - 4:30pm
The Wolfson Lecture Theatre
The Institute of Psychiatry, King's College London
16. De Crespigny Park, London
SE5 8AF
Please note change of location
Following the success of the first two events in May 2011 and 2012, King’s College Hospital, Guy’s and St. Thomas’ NHS Trusts and Diabetes UK have organised a third patient information day to discuss the understanding and treatment of potential complications with the foot and lower limb.
There will be participation from a wide range of healthcare professionals involved in the treatment of lower limb complications associated with diabetes. Modern up-to-date treatments will be looked at through presentations, open discussions and workshops. We aim to improve patients' knowledge and understanding of these potential complications to educate them in how to avoid or at least mimimise them, and to make sure that they have the confidence to cope with any issues should they arise.
- Contact
- Christian Pankhurst
19 May 2013
Regent's Park
The Super Hero Run is a fantastic running event taking place in London's Regent's Park on Sunday 19th May 2013.
Free Superhero costume for everyone involved!
- Contact
- London Team
- Email
- fundraising.london@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 020 7424 1126
- Website
- Register now
Run for Diabetes UK in this 10K run. Originally set up in memory of Jane Tomlinson, this series has now successfully expanded from the original 10K run in Leeds and now has runs in Hull, York and Leeds.
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
Sunday 26th May starting 11.00am
Nunton Football Field
Salisbury
Looking for a bargain?
Come along to Nunton Football Field in Salisbury where you will meet members of the Diabetes UK Salisbury Voluntary Group who will be waiting to tempt you with many interesting bargains.
- Contact
- Sue Goodridge, Salisbury Voluntary Group
- Email
- sue.goodridge@sky.com
- Website
- Salisbury Voluntary Group
Sunday 26 May 2013
Distance - 10km
Entry Fee - £10
Target sponsorship - £200
Sunday 26 May 2013
Edinburgh City Centre
Scotland
Join the Diabetes UK running team and make a real difference to research, campaigning and the lives of people living with the condition.
Rated as the fastest marathon in the UK by Runner's World magazine, the Edinburgh Marathon is a great course if you’re looking for a good finishing time or a personal best.
You can choose between the full or half marathon, or share the distance with friends, family or colleagues and run the Hairy Haggis Relay.
Sign up for the Edinburgh Marathon Festival now.
For more information:
- Contact
- Susan Williamson
- Email
- scotlandfundraising@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 0141 245 6380
Monday 27 May 2013
Distance - 10km
Entry Fee - £10
Target Sponsorship - £250
Saturday 1 June 2013
New Hall Valley Country Park
Wylde Green Road
B76 1QT
- Contact
- Iris Farley
- Email
- amethystcakes@gmail.com
- Phone
- 0121 350 6789
Walks in Havering, Hammersmith, Queens Park, Barnet & Chelsea
Walks in Swindon, South Gloucester and the region's coastal path
Walks in Cardiff, Swansea, Llandudno and Llys y Fran
Sunday 2 June 2013
Melton Country Park
Wymondham Way
Melton Mowbray
LE13 1HP
- Contact
- Midlands Team
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01922 614 500
Monday 3th June at 10.30am
St John's Garden Centre Cafe
Barnstaple
The North Devon Voluntary Group meets for an informal get together over a cup of coffee on the first Monday of each month at 10.30am. Why not join them?
Next meeting June 3rd
- Contact
- Ken Baker, North Devon Monday Group
- Phone
- 01271 377612
Tuesday 4 June 2013
W12 Conferences, Hammersmith Hospital
150 Du Cane Road
London
W12 0HS
- Phone
- 020 7594 2150
- Website
- www.symposia.org.uk
Wednesday 5th June at 7.00pm
Lecture Hall of the United Reform Church
Paul Street
Taunton
TA1 3PF
Suzi White of the British Red Cross will be talking to the group about the important work of the organisation.
- Contact
- Catherine Rust, Taunton & District Voluntary Group
- Email
- catherine_rust@gmx.com
- Website
- Taunton & District Support Group
Walks in Hull, Leeds, Northumberland, Sheffield and the Yorkshire Dales
Thursday 6th June 7.30pm-9.30pm
Preston Baptist Church
Paignton
Devon
TQ3 2RB
Dr Gill Spyer, Consultant in Acute Medicine & Endocrinology, Torbay, will be talking to the group about "Research and Diabetes Treatments Today". This promises to be an informative evening, with the chance to gain insight into the work currently being undertaken in the field of diabetes research.
All those with an interest in diabetes are welcome.
- Contact
- David Lockett, South Devon Voluntary Group
- Email
- d.dlockett@talktalk.net
- Website
- south Devon Voluntary Group
Friday 7th June 2013 @ 7.00PM
Demiro's
Mermaid Quay
Cardiff Bay
CF10 5BZ
Demiro's Summer Cabaret Night
- Contact
- Joseph Cuff
- Email
- wales@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 02920668276
Brand new for 2013 – Ride UK 24 offers an extraordinary challenge: a testing 250 miles from Manchester to London against the clock in under 24 hours.
- Website
- www.rideuk24.com
Sunday 9 June 2013, 11am
Humber Bridge Tourist Information Centre
Ferriby Road
Hessle
HU13 0LN
Join us in this stunning 3 mile walk across the iconic Humber Bridge.
- Contact
- Northern & Yorkshire Office
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
Sunday 9 June 2013 11am
Cleethorpes Promenade
Take part in this two mile "Stroll along the Prom" in Cleethorpes. The event will run from 11am.
- Contact
- David Knighton
- Email
- david.knighton@ntlworld.com
- Phone
- 01469 518688
Sunday 9 June 2013
Walsall Arboretum
Broadway North, West Midlands
Walsall
WS1 2QB
- Contact
- Midlands Team
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01922 614500
Walks in Fife, Inverness, Hamilton and Linlithgow
Walks in Morecambe Bay, Rochdale Canal and Sherdley Park
Sunday 9th June 2013
Wollaton Park
Nottingham
NG8 2AE
- Contact
- Midlands Team
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01922 614 500
A walk through the beautiful Clifton Park in the heart of Rotherham. Participants are invited to complete the one mile circuit as many times as they like, to help raise vital funds for Diabetes UK.
- Email
- tnougherfuller@btinternet.com
- Phone
- 01709 852 057
Walks in North Norfolk, Luton and Brentwood
Join us for a three-mile walk around Queen’s Park in London to mark the start of Diabetes Week.
- Contact
- London Team
- Email
- fundraising.london@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 020 7424 1126
Sunday 9 June 2013
Graves Park
Sheffield
Take part in this 3 mile walk in Graves Park. The route is wheelchair friendly and dogs are welcome, so why not pack a picnic and enjoy a great family day out.
- Contact
- Lesley Waller
- Email
- lesleywaller@blueyonder.co.uk
- Phone
- 0114 2817708
Tuesday 11th June at 7.00pm
Bow Room, The Exchange
Old Market Hill
Sturminster Newton
DT10 1FH
Those with diabetes in Blackmore Vale are invited to attend this event to learn about avoiding serious health complications connected to the condition.
Professional advice on protecting the health of eyes and feet will be the focus of this meeting of the Diabetes UK Blackmore Vale Voluntary Group.
Charlotte Wallis from the Dorset Diabetic Eye Screening Programme will talk about retinopathy and podiatrist Nikki Grenville-Cleave will discuss how people should look after their feet.
Charlotte and Nikki will answer questions from those attending the meeting on Tuesday, June 11.
These issues are vitally important for people with diabetes, as the condition is a leading cause of blindness and lower limb amputation. Over 100 amputations are carried out every week on people with diabetes because of complications connected with their condition. However up to 80 per cent of these are preventable.
- Contact
- Ian McLellan, Blackmore Vale & District Voluntary Group
- Email
- DUKBVD25@yahoo.co.uk
Friday 14 June 2013
Weston Education Centre
Kings College Hospital
London
This conference will focus on the vascularly compromised/ ischaemic patient. The importance of treating the patient rather than just the foot with the aim of decreasing mortality has been recognised, therefore we are looking at not only emphasizing the control of the ischaemic foot/lower limb, but also to stress the control of the other risk factors for ischaemia with a focus on the mortality of the patient rather than the morbidity of the foot.
- Contact
- Christian Pankhurst
- Email
- gst-tr.diabeticfootmasterclass@nhs.net
Friday 14th June
Launceston Golf Club
Launceston
As part of Diabetes Week (Sunday 9th - Saturday 15th June), Launceston District Voluntary Group are organising a Golf Tournament to be held at Launceston Golf Club.
Look out for the posters in town or call 01566 773880 for further details.
- Contact
- Phil Volz, Launceston District Voluntary Group
- Email
- launcestondiabetics@hotmail.co.uk
Saturday 15 June 2013
Garvagh
We're looking for adventure seekers to take part in the challenge of a lifetime and skydive for Diabetes UK Northern Ireland.
- Contact
- Naomi Brown
- Email
- naomi.brown@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 028 9066 6646
Sunday 16th June 2013 9.30AM
Merthyr Tydfil College
Penry Street, Ynysfach
Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 1AR
CF47 8PA
Merthyr to Cardiff Centre bike ride
- Contact
- Joseph Cuff
- Email
- wales@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 02920668276
Tuesday 18 June 2013
Tadmarton Heath Golf Club
Wiggington
Banbury
OX15 6QQ
Tadmarton Heath Golf Club would like to invite you to their extremely popular Charity Golf Day, which is taking place this year in aid of Diabetes UK.
- Email
- societies@tadmartongolf.com
Thursday 20 June at 7.30pm
The Macleod Diabetes Centre
Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital Site
Exeter
Penny Scoynes, Walk Scheme Co-ordinator, will be talking to the Exeter & District Voluntary Group about the importance of walking as a way of incorporating exercise into a healthy, balanced lifestyle.
All welcome!
- Contact
- Geoff Poad, Exeter & District Voluntary Group
- Email
- gfpoad@waitrose.com
- Website
- Exeter and District Voluntary Group of Diabetes UK
Saturday 22 June 2013
Isle of Arran
Come challenge yourself, friends or workmates, and be part of the action in the 2013 Arran Bike'n’Hike Challenge. Cycle 55 miles around the beautiful Isle of Arran, then, if you’re really up for a challenge, you can choose to climb the island's highest peak, Goat Fell, at 2867ft.
This is a unique event organised by GE Caledonian volunteers in aid of Diabetes UK Scotland, and funds raised from this event will go to support children's holidays.
Sign up now for the Arran Bike'n'Hike Challenge.
For more information:
- Contact
- Susan Williamson
- Email
- scotlandfundraising@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 0141 245 6380
Sunday 23 June 2013
Pugney's Country Park
Wakefield
Volunteers wanted to support Diabetes UK swimmers take to the water at the picturesque Pugneys Country Park, raising vital funds for the charity.
- Contact
- Rose Lee-Gough
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
Sunday 23 June 2013
Distance - 10km
Entry Fee - £25
Saturday 29 June 2013
Newcastle, Co. Down
We are delighted to be working in partnership with the Mourne International Walking Festival to bring you our Mount the Mournes Challenge Walk on Saturday 29 June.
- Contact
- Naomi Brown
- Email
- naomi.brown@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 02890666646
Sunday 30th June 2013
Lamport Hall
Lamport
Northamptonshire
NN6 9HD
Starting and finishing at one of Northamptonshire’s most amazing country estates, and with a choice of 3 routes, this event has something for everyone.
- Contact
- Midlands Team
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01922 614500
Sunday 14 July 2013
Hyde Park Corner
London
Follow in the footsteps of last summer’s Olympic athletes, battle through Trafalgar Square, check your pace by Big Ben, and join over 25,000 runners in a race to remember.
- Contact
- Sam Carney
- Email
- Fundraising.London@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 020 7424 1126
Sunday 30 June 2013
Forest of Dean
Gloucestershire
Set within the stunning Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. It is about 12 miles in length and is suitable for family groups.
There is also a more challenging section of 7 miles – for more advanced cyclists. It starts at 1100. Entry fee is £10, under 12s go free. Bikes can be hired on the day.
For more information contact the South West office.
- Contact
- South West Fundraising
- Email
- south.west@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01823 448 260
Thursday 4 July 2013
CBI Conference Centre
Centre Point
London
The conference aims to provide a forum for debate among all parties involved in intermediate diabetes care – GPSIs, GPs, diabetologists, specialist and practice nurses and commissioners. This year will focus on their role in the prevention and management of diabetes complications.
- Contact
- Christina Voce
- Email
- christina@sbcommunicationsgroup.com
- Phone
- 020 3176 5481
- Website
- DiabetesOnTheNet.com
Friday 5 - Saturday 6 July 2013
Take up the challenge of walking 40 miles, in approximately 24 hours, across the North York Moors in 2013 and support Diabetes UK every step of the way.
- Contact
- Northern & Yorkshire Office
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- Lyke Wake Walk Booking Site
Friday 7 June 2013
Sheffield - Novotel
Come along to our training day in Sheffield to become a Risk Assessor for the 2013 Roadshows.
- Contact
- Ann Taylor
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
Saturday 6 July 2013
Chalkwell Park
Westcliff
Southend on Sea
SS0 8NB
Join team Diabetes UK for a fantastic Twilight or Moonlight Walk along Southend's seafront and Westcliff's cliff tops...
- Contact
- Eastern Fundraising Team
- Email
- fundraising.eastern@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01376 501 390
- Website
- Moonlight Colourthon
Help yourself to stay healthy by joining us on the 10km walk and helping Diabetes UK to improve the lives of people with diabetes.
- Contact
- Northern & Yorkshire Office
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
Sunday 7 July 2013
Temple Newsam Park
Leeds
Volunteer opportunity at the fundraising Well Walk event at Temple Newsam Park near Leeds.
- Contact
- Rose Lee-Gough
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
Sunday 7 July 2013
Rutland Water
Normanton Car Park
Nr Edith Weston
LE15 8HD
A fantastic day out with various routes of 6, 17 or 23 miles so you are sure to find something to suit for every member of the family!
- Contact
- Midlands Team
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01922 614 500
Sunday 08 September 2013
O2 Dome
Greenwich
London
If music is the food of the soul, then prepare yourself for a feast. Run the Race, feel the bass and get your groove on to the hottest acts in dance, urban and rock.
Exclusive performances on stages around the route.Half marathon (13.1 miles / 20km)starting and finishing at the O2 with a lap around the Greenwich peninsular.
- Contact
- London Fundraising Team
- Email
- Fundraising.London@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 0207 424 1126
- Website
- Run to the Beat
Saturday 13 July 2013
Telford Town Park
Telford
TF4 3NZ
- Contact
- Midlands Team
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01922 614500
Sunday 14 July 2013
Leeds
Run for Diabetes UK in this 10K run. Originally set up in memory of Jane Tomlinson, this series has now successfully expanded from the original 10K run in Leeds and now has runs in Hull and York.
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
Sunday 21st July 2013
Shugborough Estate
Shugborough Park
Staffordshire
ST17 0XB
The trio of rides making the up the Cannock Chase 100 will see cyclists traversing through some of Staffordshire's most beautiful villages, scenic woodland, exciting climbs and stunning countryside.
- Contact
- Midlands Team
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01922 614500
Sunday 21st July 2013
Hatton Country World
Dark Land, Hatton
Warwickshire
CV35 8XA
A lovely family walk around to scenic Hatton Country World.
- Contact
- Midlands Team
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01922 614500
27 - 28 July 2013
ExCel
Royal Victoria Dock
London
E16 1XL
The Virgin London Triathlon is ther UK's biggest and best triathlon event; with over 8,000 entrants expected to take part in 2013. It takes place at London's Excel centre in Victoria Dock.
- Contact
- Lynsey Thompson
- Email
- lynsey.thompson@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 0207 424 1000
- Website
- London Triathlon
Sunday 4 August 2013
York
Run for Diabetes UK in this 10K run. Originally set up in memory of Jane Tomlinson, this series has now successfully expanded from the original 10K run in Leeds and now has runs in Hull and York.
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
Follow in the tracks of the Olympic greats by taking part in this new and exciting 100 mile cycle challenge.
- Contact
- Hannah Minnery
- Email
- hannah.minnery@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 020 7424 1000
Sunday 11th August 2013
West Park Leisure Centre
Lond Eaton
Derbyshire
NG10 4AA
An exciting triathlon, in a great location, open to all abilities from first timer to seasoned veteran. Discounted charity places are available at a first come first served basis!
- Contact
- Midlands Team
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01922 614500
- Website
- Erewash Triathlon Website
Sunday 18 August 2013
Settle, Yorkshire Dales
Join Diabetes UK at the Yorkshire Walking Festival. The festival offers three walks, to suit all abilities. From a 5 mile walk starting in Malham to a 26 mile marathon hike setting off from Settle, everyone can get involved and experience the fresh air of the countryside.
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- Walk for All website
24th & 25th August 2013
Stratford upon Avon Leisure & Visitor Centre
Bridgefoot, Stratford Upon Avon
Warwickshire
CV37 6YY
Join this exciting 110 mile cycle challenge over two days starting in Stratford, London and finishing in Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire.
- Contact
- Midlands Team
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01922 614500
Brand new for 2013 – Ride UK 24 offers an extraordinary challenge: a testing 300 miles from Newcastle to London against the clock in under 24 hours.
- Website
- www.rideuk24.com
Saturday 25 August 2013
Lough Neagh
We're looking for cycling enthusiasts (and novices too) to take part in the annual Lap the Lough challenge and raise vital funds for Diabetes UK Northern Ireland.
- Contact
- Naomi Brown
- Email
- nifundraising@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 028 9066 6646
- Website
- Lap the Lough
29 Aug - 1 Sept 2013
Challenging Trek
to conquer the UK's
highest peaks
31 August 2013
Royal Victoria Dock
London
Join 5,000 participants in the biggest outdoor swim in the South of England and experience the thrill of open-water swimming, safe in the knowledge expert kayakers and safety boats are with you every stroke of the way.
Register now
- Email
- fundraising.london@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 020 7424 1126
- Website
- Great London Swim
Sunday 1st September 2013
Raphael's Restaurant
Boat Lane
Evesham, Worcestershire
WR11 4BP
- Contact
- Midlands Team
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01922 614500
Between July and September 2014
This exciting challenge links two of Europe's greatest cities and covers 300km in three days.
7th & 8th September 2013
Becketts Farm
Alcester Road
Birmingham
B47 6AJ
Join this exciting 110 mile cycle challenge over 2 days starting in Newport, South Wales and finishing in Birmingham.
- Contact
- Midlands Team
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01922 614500
Are you the next Bradley Wiggins or Sir Chris Hoy? Escape the hustle and bustle of London, and take up this classic cycling challenge!
- Contact
- Sam Carney
- Email
- Fundraising.London@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 020 7424 1126
Saturday 14 September 2013
Napolean's Nose, Cavenhill
We’re looking for dare devils to join us for our Cave Hill Abseil this September and descend 100 feet for Diabetes UK Northern Ireland
- Contact
- Naomi Brown
- Email
- nifundraising@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 028 9066 6646
Saturday 15 September 2013
Tesco Stores Ltd
St Peter's Drive
Worcester
WR5 3SW
A 2 or 4 mile family friendly walk in Worcester
- Contact
- Midlands Team
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01922 614500
Sunday 15 September 2013
Distance – Half marathon
SOLD OUT
Saturday 21 September 2013
Birmingham Canal Network
- Contact
- Midlands Team
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01922 614 500
22 September 2013
Delamere Forest
Cheshire
CW8 2JD
Registration fee
Adults £7.00
Child £5.00
All participants will receive a Diabetes UK T-Shirt and goodie bag on the day.
- Contact
- Maria Roberts
- Email
- northwest.fundraising@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01925 644572
27–29 September 2013
Hotel Calipolis
Sitges, Barcelona
Spain
This workshop will present cutting edge developments in rapidly developing fields such as beta cell programming, regeneration, epigenetics, non-coding RNAs, and genetic targets in Type 2 diabetes.
- Contact
- Jorge Ferrer & Eduard Montanya
- Email
- betacells.sitges@yahoo.es
- Website
- www.isg2013.org
Sunday 29 September 2013
Loch Ness
Inverness
Join the Diabetes UK running team and make a real difference to research, campaigning and the lives of people living with the condition.
Running alongside the shores of the world's most famous loch, the Loch Ness Marathon has been rated as one of the UK’s most scenic runs.
Whether you want to beat your personal best or improve your fitness levels, there’s something for everyone with a full marathon, 10K or 5K runs.
Sign up for the Loch Ness Marathon now.
For more information:
- Contact
- Susan Williamson
- Email
- scotlandfundraising@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 0141 245 6380
Sunday 29 September 2013
Distance - 10km
Entry Fee - £25
Target Sponsorship - £100
29th September 2013
Tittesworth Water (Start & Finish Point)
Meerbrook, Nr Leek
Staffordshire
ST13 8SW
A choice of two (25 miles and 50 miles) challenging routes that offer fantastic views of the Peak District National Park.
- Contact
- Midlands Team
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01922 614500
4-6 October 2013
Tesco stores across the region
An opportunity for volunteers to help raise £10 million for Diabetes UK across the country in Tesco Stores.
- Contact
- Rose Lee-Gough or Ann Taylor
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
Walsall abseil
Saturday 5 October 2013
The New Art Gallery
Walsall Gallery Square
WS2 8LG
This fantastic challange is open to anyone brave enough to tackle the vertical heighs of the New Art Gallery, Walsall! Registration for this event is £35 and we ask that all particpants aim to try to raise as much sponsorship as possible.
- Contact
- Diabetes UK Midlands
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01922 614500
Thursday 10 October 2013
Sandford Springs Golf Club
Kingsclere
Hampshire
RG26 5RT
Enjoy a round of golf, whilst raising vital funds for Diabetes UK.
- Contact
- Liz Thornton
- Email
- liz.thornton@diabetes.org.uk
Whether your a keen runner or enthusiastic individual you'll be sure to enjoy the Big Fun Run London
- Contact
- London Team
- Email
- fundraising.london@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 020 7424 1126
16–19 October 2013
The Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre
Gothenburg
Sweden
Over four days, ISPAD 2013 will feature the latest results and insights from diabetes research, with an emphasis on the life-long perspective.
- Contact
- Conference Secretariat
- Email
- ispad2013@kit-group.org
- Phone
- +49 30 24 60 3 210
- Website
- ISPAD
19-24 October 2013
Morocco
Experience the vast Sahara Desert on this exciting trek! This challenge has the option to help at a street child project in Marrakech for two days at the end of the trip.
- Contact
- Hannah Minnery
- Email
- hannah.minnery@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 020 7424 1000
Sunday 20 October 2013
Distance – Half marathon
Entry Fee – £25
Target Sponsorship – £200
Sunday 20 October 2013
York
2013 Sold Out
This exciting new marathon which takes runners through the beautiful medieval city of York and its picture-perfect countryside is now sold out. To register your interest for 2014 please contact the office and we will add you to our mailing list.
- Contact
- Diabetes UK Northern & Yorkshire Office
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- Plusnet Yorkshire Marathon
Sunday 27th October 2013
Heart of England Events Centre
Meriden Road, Fillongley
Near Meriden, Warwickshire
CV7 8DX
The Muddy Mayhem challenge is a mud run like no other. Approximately 10 km in length participants will run over a variety of terrains including grass, sand, track, woodland & mud.
- Contact
- Midlands Team
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01922 614500
27 October 2013
Distance - 10 mile
Entry Fee – £20
Target Sponsorship – £200
TBC October 2013
Weston Park
Nr Shifnal
Shropshire
TF11 8LL
A challenging military style obstacle course that will leave you wet, muddy and totally exhilarated!
- Contact
- Midlands Team
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01922 614500
Sunday 3 November 2013
New York City
Join Team Diabetes UK at the New York Marathon this Winter.
With plenty of time to train and an excellent excuse for a holiday, why not don your running shoes in support of Diabetes UK?
- Contact
- Lou Rout
- Email
- louise.rout@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 020 7424 1867
- Website
- ING NYC Marathon
Sunday 17 November 2013, 10am to 4pm
Albert Bridge
Chelsea
London
To celebrate World Diabetes Day this year, we are organising a walk across the heart of London.
Registration deadline: 25 October 2013
- Phone
- 020 7424 1126
11-16 November 2013
Atlanta
USA
This year The Obesity Society (TOS) and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) will co-locate their annual meetings in Atlanta. Obesity Week is designed to be the preeminent annual scientific and educational conference for obesity healthcare professionals.
- Contact
- Experient, Inc.
- Email
- obesityweek@experient-inc.com
- Phone
- + 1 847 996 5876 (international registrants)
- Website
- Obesity Week registration
21 - 24 November 2013
Bangkok
Thailand
Delegates will explore the current and future role of fixed combinations in the treatment of hypertension, dyslipidemia and diabetes.
- Website
- Fixed 2013
Throw a party with friends, family and colleagues to raise vital funds for Diabetes UK. Whether it is a tea party, a barbeque a dinner party or a themed party, the choice is up to you.
No matter what event you organise, how big or small, remember we are here to support you.
To get started download the resources which include templates for invitations and thank-you notes, suggested menu cards, and even bunting.
- Email
- wales@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 029 2066 8276
If you are unable to download the resoruces please contact us for a Time to Party Fundraising Pack or for materials such as balloons.
And finally, please do tell us what party you have thrown and send us your photos.
- Phone
- 029 2066 8276
Sunday 6 April 2014
Paris, France
Following an overwhelming response from our wonderful supporters wanting to run the Virgin London Marathon 2014, we are happy to announce Diabetes UK will be promoting another fantastic Spring marathon: the Paris Marathon!
- Contact
- Lou Rout
- Email
- louise.rout@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 0207 424 1000
- Website
- Marathon de Paris
The London Marathon is now recognised as the greatest city-centre marathon in the world and is the largest fundraising event on the planet - runners have raised over £500 million for good causes since the race began in 1981.
It is an extremely important fundraising event for Diabetes UK, with our amazing runners raising over £200,000 every year to further our develop our work.
- Contact
- Lou Rout
- Email
- louise.rout@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 020 7424 1867
Throw a party with friends, family and colleagues to raise vital funds for Diabetes UK. Whether it is a tea party, a barbeque a dinner party or a themed party, the choice is up to you.
No matter what event you organise, how big or small, remember we are here to support you.
To get started download the resources which include templates for invitations and thank-you notes, suggested menu cards, and even bunting.
- Email
- south.west@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01823 448 260
Does your local pub/club hold quizzes or play skittles? Why not hold a fundraising evening for Diabetes UK. We can supply all the fundraising materials and support.
Please contact us if you would like help to hold a fundraising evening.
- Email
- south.west@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01823 448 260
It's fun, it's simple, and it's just what it says... Denim for Diabetes is about ditching your usual attire for the day, and jumping into some denim to raise funds for Diabetes UK.
For further details, materials and support please contact your local Diabetes UK office.
- Contact
- Nicola Musk
- Email
- Fundraising.southeast@diabetes.org.uk
Some people jump out of a plane for kicks, others pluck up the courage for a good cause – you can combine the two with Diabetes UK.
For further details, please contact your local Diabetes UK office.
At least once a month throughout the year
Transporter Bridge Visitors Centre
Ferry Road
Middlesbrough
TS2 1PL
Diabetes UK is delighted to offer you this exhilarating and unique exprience of Bungee Jumping 160ft towards the River Tees.
- Contact
- Northern & Yorkshire Office
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- UK Bungee Club Website
2 - 6 December 2013
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC)
Melbourne
Australia
The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) World Diabetes Congress brings together the whole diabetes community, attracting over 12,000 scientists, health professionals, health ministers, policy-makers, industry, media, and people with diabetes. The meeting provides a global platform to share knowledge, the results of the leading scientific advances and practical aspects related to diabetes care, education and advocacy.
- Contact
- Victoria Lopez
- Email
- Victoria.Lopez-Barrantes@idf.org
- Website
- World Diabetes Congress
Jump in to 2013
Why not take up the exhilarating challenge of bungee jumping in to 2013 and raising vital funds for Diabetes UK in the process.
- Contact
- Northern & Yorkshire Office
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- ukbungee.co.uk
Sunday 12 January 2014
Rother Valley Country Park
Sheffield
If your New Year's resolution is to keep fit then this is an ideal event for you to "kick Start" 2014.
- Contact
- Northern and Yorkshire Office
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- Eightpointtwo website
Saturday & Sunday 19 & 20 October 2013
Tyne Bridge
Castle Garth
Newcastle
Diabetes UK is pleased to offer you this exhilarating and unique experience of zipping 230m across the river Tyne.
The zip slide starts from the Newcastle side of the bridge and travels diagonally across the River Tyne, finishing at HMS Calliope on the Gateshead side.
- Contact
- Diabetes UK Northern & Yorkshire
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- Zip Slides UK website
Sunday 02 June 2013
Riverside Stadium
Middlesbrough
TS3 6RS
All runners taking part will receive a Diabetes UK running vest, our iconic 'crazy hair' and a full sponsorship pack. Simply sign up to run at the official website, then contact Diabetes Uk to receive your pack. Alternatively once you have regsitered you can fill in our sponsorship pack request form.
- Contact
- Northern & Yorkshire
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- RunMiddlesbrough
Saturday 29 June & Sunday 30 June 2013
BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art
Gateshead
Do you fancy the adrenaline pumping challenge of zipping 280m on a fixed wire above the River Tyne at 40m in the air? If you do, then this is the event for you.
As one of the North East's most iconic landmarks, the BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art is an ideal destination for a challenging and fun day out. .
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- Zip Slides UK
Saturday 12 October 2013
Richmondshire Cricket Club
Hurgill Road
Richmond
A family concert is being held in aid of Diabetes UK at Richmondshire Cricket Club on Saturday 12 October 2013. The concert starts at 7.30pm, with doors opening at 7pm.
- Contact
- Northern and Yorkshire Office
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
Organise your own dance event
Hold a Let's Dance event for Diabetes UK to support children and adults with diabetes across the North East and Yorkshire.
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
29th September 2013
Victoria Embankment
Embankment Road
Nottingham
NG2 2JY
- Contact
- Diabetes UK Midlands Team
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01922 614500
TBC 2013
Cannon Hill Park
Russell Road, Moseley
Birmingham,
B13 8RD
Part of the Big Fun Run series that runs across the country. This will be a 5k fun run that is ideal for all age groups, and suitable for the whole family.
- Contact
- Midlands Team
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01922 614 500
- Website
- Big Fun Run