Diabetes Week Events
Take part in Diabetes Week events
As usual, the scale and diversity of Diabetes Week events are really exciting, with UK wide fundraisers pulling out all the stops.
Diabetes Week is a truly nationwide phenomenon, with events happening the length and breadth of the UK. Check out the events below to see just how varied it gets!
Diabetes Week 2011 Events
Diabetes Week 2011 events include:
Parachuting and Skydiving
Hundreds of people around the UK will be taking part in charity skydiving for Diabetes UK. Jump this June!
Swimming events
Swimming events are taking place across the country for Diabetes Week 2011. Swimming locations include Alton Water Park, Ipswich, where the Great East Swim will happen on Saturday 11th June.
Bike Rides
Bike rides are a great way to celebrate Diabetes Week 2011. This year, numerous cycling events are taking place all over the country. Diabetes Week cycling events include Millport Bike Ride on the 11th June 2011 at Largs ferry terminal.
Triathlon
For those of a more serious sporty disposition, triathlons will be taking place to raise money during Diabetes Week 2011.
The Rother Valley Triathlon will be held on 11th June 2011 at Rotherham. So if you fancy a real challenge, put your body to the ultimate sporting test for Diabetes UK.
Diabetes Week Sales
Many shops around the country are having Diabetes Week Sales to encourage customers to donate and take advantage of cut prices, all in the name of Diabetes UK.
Sponsored Walks
One of the core fundraising events for Diabetes Week, sponsored walks will take place in many locations throughout the UK. Every one, no matter how small, will help to raise vital funds for Diabetes UK. Most sponsored walks are free to enter and have an inclusive, family atmosphere.
Walk The Extra Mile
This type of event takes the place of Walk in The Park from last year. Walk The Extra Mile events take place in beautiful areas such as Paignton Sands.
Awareness Promotion
Community awareness events are typically held in partnership with public bodies, to promote and raise awareness of how serious diabetes can be.
Golfing Events
Charity golf days are a great way to raise money for Diabetes Week. Fylde Coast Children's Support Group will hold a Charity Golf Day on Tuesday 14 June 2011 at the Championship golf course at The Village, Heron's Reach Blackpool.
Other events include club and disco nights, fancy dress and much more.
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