All Events Archives - BRACE Alzheimer's Research https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/mec-category/events/ Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:26:05 +0100 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.4 https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/cropped-Brace-logo-retina-32x32.png All Events Archives - BRACE Alzheimer's Research https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/mec-category/events/ 32 32 Learn About Dementia https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/events/learn-about-dementia/ Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0100 https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/events/lets-talk-dementia-thornbury/ BRACE Dementia Research invites you to join us at our free public information event on Friday 18th September, 11am – 2pm. Meet the BRACE team and learn more about local research.  Researchers will give short, easy to understand, talks on:  Early dementia diagnosis   Sleep and brain health  Plus Q&As  There will also be blood pressure checks and health advice on managing high…]]> BRACE Dementia Research invites you to join us at our free public information event on Friday 18th September, 11am – 2pm. Meet the BRACE team and learn more about local research. 

Researchers will give short, easy to understand, talks on: 

  • Early dementia diagnosis  
  • Sleep and brain health 
  • Plus Q&As 

There will also be blood pressure checks and health advice on managing high blood pressure. 

Avon and Somerset Fire Brigade will be offering at home safety advice. Barcan + Kirby, a local law firm, will be on hand for informal chats on legal issues affecting later life. 

Refreshments, cakes, sweet treats and Christmas cards will be on sale to help raise funds for local research. 

The event is free to attend and suitable for people from all backgrounds. 

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]]> 2026-09-18 11:00 am 2026-09-18 2:00 pm The Armstrong Information Events Colours Fundraising Fashion Show https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/events/colours-fashion-show/ Sun, 20 Sep 2026 15:15:00 +0100 https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/?post_type=mec-events&p=26082 Hosted by Colours Fundraising Fashion Shows. Showcasing over 100 individual styles including clothes (in sizes 6 – 22), accessories and shoes from the very best and biggest names on the High street but at up to 70% cheaper than in-store RRP. Come along for a fun afternoon whilst supporting vital dementia research. Click here to…]]> Hosted by Colours Fundraising Fashion Shows. Showcasing over 100 individual styles including clothes (in sizes 6 – 22), accessories and shoes from the very best and biggest names on the High street but at up to 70% cheaper than in-store RRP.

Come along for a fun afternoon whilst supporting vital dementia research.

Click here to download the event poster. 

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]]> 2026-09-20 3:15 pm 2026-09-20 6:30 pm Frenchay Village Hall Social Events The Beehive: Charity Quiz Night https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/events/beehive-charity-quiz-night/ Thu, 24 Sep 2026 19:30:00 +0100 https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/?post_type=mec-events&p=27311 Join us in Bristol for a fun evening of trivia, prizes and pizza, all in support of vital dementia research! 📍 The Beehive, Wellington Hill W, Bristol BS9 4QY 📅 Thursday 24th September 2026 🕕 Doors open: 6.00pm | Quiz starts: 7.30pm 🎟️ £5 per person entry (Max 6 per team) Grab a table with…]]> Join us in Bristol for a fun evening of trivia, prizes and pizza, all in support of vital dementia research!

📍 The Beehive, Wellington Hill W, Bristol BS9 4QY
📅 Thursday 24th September 2026
🕕 Doors open: 6.00pm | Quiz starts: 7.30pm
🎟️ £5 per person entry (Max 6 per team)

Grab a table with friends and put your general knowledge to the test. There’ll be a raffle on the night too, so bring some extra change for your chance to win.

Quiz Prizes:

  • 🥇 1st place: £45 meal voucher
  • 🥈 2nd place: £30 drinks voucher
  • 🥉 3rd place: Pizza for 4 people

£1 from every pizza sold on the night goes straight to BRACE.

BRACE is a small local charity funding world-class research to understand the causes of dementia, achieve earlier diagnosis, find more effective treatments and, one day, a cure. Your support brings us closer to a world without dementia.

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]]> 2026-09-24 7:30 pm 2026-09-24 10:00 pm The Beehive All Events, Social Events Cardiff Half Marathon 2026 https://runforcharity.com/charity-registration/brace-dementia-research/oysho-cardiff-half-marathon/brace-dementia-research-oysho-cardiff-half-marathon-second-reg-1 https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/?post_type=mec-events&p=17266 Join Team BRACE for the Cardiff Half Marathon! Dementia affects more than 1 million people in the UK alone, robbing us of our loved ones far too soon. That’s why we need you. By fundraising and taking part in the Cardiff Half Marathon, you’ll help BRACE to continue funding vital dementia research and bring us…]]> Join Team BRACE for the Cardiff Half Marathon! Dementia affects more than 1 million people in the UK alone, robbing us of our loved ones far too soon. That’s why we need you. By fundraising and taking part in the Cardiff Half Marathon, you’ll help BRACE to continue funding vital dementia research and bring us one step closer to defeating dementia.

This event has grown into one of the largest and most exciting road races in the United Kingdom. It is now one of Europe’s largest half marathons and is Wales’ largest mass participation and multi-charity fundraising event.

  • Event Date: Sunday 4th October 2026
  • Registration Fee: £35
  • Minimum Fundraising Target: £350*

Click here to register online.

If you have any questions, please contact liberty@alzheimers-brace.org. 

*By registering for this event, you agree to raise a minimum of £350.

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]]> 2026-10-04 All Day 2026-10-04 All Events, Challenge Events Manchester Half Marathon 2026 https://runforcharity.com/charity-registration/brace-dementia-research/manchester-half-marathon/register https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/?post_type=mec-events&p=22914 Join Team BRACE for the Manchester Half Marathon! Dementia affects more than 1 million people in the UK alone, robbing us of our loved ones far too soon. That’s why we need you. By fundraising and taking part in the Manchester Half Marathon, you’ll help BRACE to continue funding vital dementia research and bring us…]]> Join Team BRACE for the Manchester Half Marathon! Dementia affects more than 1 million people in the UK alone, robbing us of our loved ones far too soon. That’s why we need you. By fundraising and taking part in the Manchester Half Marathon, you’ll help BRACE to continue funding vital dementia research and bring us one step closer to defeating dementia.

The Manchester Half Marathon hosts a very flat course, perfect for smashing personal bests but also the ideal route for those new to half marathons and charity runners. There is a lovely 2-mile flat finish that brings you to the conclusion of the event at Emirates Old Trafford Lancashire County Cricket Club.

Click here to sign up to run the Manchester Half Marathon 2026.

  • Event Date: Sunday 4th October 2026
  • Registration Fee: £40
  • Minimum Fundraising Target: £400*

If you have any questions, please contact liberty@alzheimers-brace.org. 

*By registering for this event, you agree to raise a minimum of £400.

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]]> 2026-10-04 All Day 2026-10-04 All Events, Challenge Events Royal Parks Half Marathon https://runforcharity.com/charity-registration/brace-dementia-research/royal-parks-half-marathon/register https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/?post_type=mec-events&p=17261 Join us for the magical Royal Parks Half Marathon 2026. These wonderful green spaces in the heart of the capital are over 5,000 acres of precious green space free and accessible for everyone to enjoy. The stunning 13.1-mile route takes in many of the capital’s world-famous landmarks on closed roads, and four of London’s eight…]]> Join us for the magical Royal Parks Half Marathon 2026. These wonderful green spaces in the heart of the capital are over 5,000 acres of precious green space free and accessible for everyone to enjoy. The stunning 13.1-mile route takes in many of the capital’s world-famous landmarks on closed roads, and four of London’s eight Royal Parks – Hyde Park, The Green Park, St James’s Park and Kensington Gardens.

If you have any questions, please contact liberty@alzheimers-brace.org 

Book your race place for £35 today! We ask participants who would like to run the Royal Parks Half Marathon 2026 to aim to raise a minimum of £375 for dementia research.

Click here to register online.

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]]> 2026-10-11 All Day 2026-10-11 All Events, Challenge Events Oxford Half Marathon 2026 https://runforcharity.com/charity-registration/brace-dementia-research/oxford-half-marathon/brace-dementia-research-oxford-half-marathon-second-reg-1 https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/events/oxford-half-marathon-2026/ This awesome course is fast and flat, it proudly guides runners through the pristine and winding streets of Oxford in all its historic delight. The Oxford Half Marathon begins in the centre of the city and winds past  Old Marston village, the River Cherwell and onto the very impressive Lady Margaret University Hall, the finish…]]> This awesome course is fast and flat, it proudly guides runners through the pristine and winding streets of Oxford in all its historic delight. The Oxford Half Marathon begins in the centre of the city and winds past  Old Marston village, the River Cherwell and onto the very impressive Lady Margaret University Hall, the finish line stands at Parks Rd.

Charity runners will be charmed and kept motivated with live music, local Oxford bands and DeeJays all along the course.

Click here to register online.

Registration Fee: £35

Minimum Fundraising Target: £350

If you have any questions before registering, please contact liberty@alzheimers-brace.org

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]]> 2026-10-11 All Day 2026-10-11 All Events, Challenge Events Bath Half Marathon 2027 https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/events/bath-half/ https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/newevents/bath-half-2023/ Would you like to take on the Bath Half Marathon on Sunday 14th March 2027? ]]> Would you like to take on the Bath Half Marathon on Sunday 14th March 2027? 

The Bath Half is one of the longest-established and most popular city centre road events in the UK and a FLAT COURSE! 

The route covers a two-lap 13.1 mile (21.1km) traffic-free course straddling both sides of the River Avon.

The course itself is fast and flat making it suitable for all abilities – from beginners whose key objective is to complete the course, to more regular long-distance runners, looking to beat their personal best time. For more information see Strava for the course elevation. 

Enter the Bath Half Marathon today. Book your race place for £35 and pledge to raise £375 for dementia research. 

If you have any questions before registering, please contact fundraising@alzheimers-brace.org 

Please note: This is a charity place with BRACE and by purchasing a place you are agreeing to fundraise a minimum of £375 for the charity. Refunds cannot be issued if purchased in error.

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]]> 2027-03-14 All Day 2027-03-14 Bath £35.00 All Events, Challenge Events Barcelona Marathon https://runforcharity.com/charity-registration/brace-dementia-research/barcelona-marathon-2027/register https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/?post_type=mec-events&p=12733 The Barcelona Marathon is one of the most popular in Europe.  The course takes you through the centre of the city and includes main landmarks such as the Camp Nou (the home of Barcelona FC), Sagrada Familia, the Parc de Cuitdadella and finishing a short distance from La Rambla. With very few hills or inclines, the course is…]]> The Barcelona Marathon is one of the most popular in Europe.  The course takes you through the centre of the city and includes main landmarks such as the Camp Nou (the home of Barcelona FC), Sagrada Familia, the Parc de Cuitdadella and finishing a short distance from La Rambla.

With very few hills or inclines, the course is very flat and fast, and suits first time runners, or those going for a PB!

Click here to register for the Barcelona Marathon.(opens in new tab)

If you have any questions, please contact fundraising@alzheimers-brace.org(opens in new tab)

Enter the Barcelona Marathon today. Book your race place for £50.

* We ask applicants who would like to run the Barcelona Marathon to raise a minimum of £500 sponsorship per place for BRACE.

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]]> 2027-03-14 All Day 2027-03-14 All Events, Challenge Events London Landmarks Half Marathon 2027 https://runforcharity.com/charity-registration/brace-dementia-research/london-landmarks-half-marathon/register https://www.alzheimers-brace.org/?post_type=mec-events&p=12727 The London Landmarks Half Marathon is a closed road, central London run and is the only half marathon to go through both the City of London and City of Westminster. The event is not your average half marathon! From cultural landmarks and heritage to the city’s quirky and hidden secrets, runners get to explore the capital…]]> The London Landmarks Half Marathon is a closed road, central London run and is the only half marathon to go through both the City of London and City of Westminster.

The event is not your average half marathon! From cultural landmarks and heritage to the city’s quirky and hidden secrets, runners get to explore the capital on a route like no other!

The event starts on Pall Mall, finished by Downing Street and had fabulous views of London’s most iconic landmarks including Big Ben, St Paul’s Cathedral, Nelson’s Column, the Gherkin, the Shard, the Tower of London and the London Eye.

Click here to register online.

Registration Fee: £45

Minimum Fundraising Target: £450

If you have any questions before registering, please contact fundraising@alzheimers-brace.org

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