BROOKE BUZZ Thank you for continuing to help working equines

and the communities which rely on them. We have an exciting mix of activities lined up for you to take part in this year. We hope you enjoy some of them!

Fundraising news, events and activities

BROOKE PHOTOCOMPETITION

The imaginative ways our 52 fantastic volunteer fundraising groups support us across the UK never fail to impress. If you’d like to join one of our groups or start your own please get in touch with community@thebrooke.org or call 020 7470 9393.

This summer, Brooke is hosting our first ever photo competition. The premise is simple: submit a photo of your horse, or a horse in the wild, for your chance to win amazing prizes which include, but are not limited to, a beginner’s course in photography, donated by Photography Course London, or your very own masterclass with famous equestrian photographer Matthew Seed.

To submit your entry today and for more information, visit www.thebrooke.org/photo.

The competition opens on 1 May and runs until 2 September. Dates for

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Happy HackingI want to build up my confidence with my horse and work on his fitness as well as my own… Does that sound like you? MyHackathon returns for its third year, and we want you to take part! Simply hack 100 miles over 100 days to raise £100 for Brooke. Better still, download Huufe, our tracking partner app, to record your miles and receive a range of benefits.

Whatever your reason to hack, register today atwww.thebrooke.org/myhackathon.

The Brooke Ball is back this winter on Friday 8 November for its third year running and will take place at Headlam Hall in County Durham. The Mini Big Band will ensure your night goes with a swing, so book your tickets now to avoid missing out.

Early bird tickets are on offer until 30 April at £65 per person or £600 for a table of 10. VIP tickets are £100 per person.

Book your places by calling 020 7470 9393.

Brooke Winter Ball

Christmas Carol Service2pm, Tuesday 17 DecemberOld Royal Naval College Chapel in Greenwich, London.

Spring Soiree 7 March 2020An exciting evening of entertainment and fine dining in the South West. Venue to be announced soon!

PHOTO: ColinKemp.Photography

Last chance to sign up!Just a few places left for the 5K and 10K at the Edinburgh Marathon Festival on 25 May or the London 10,000 on 27 May. Make it a Bank Holiday to remember!

Registrations close soon so visit www.thebrooke.org/running.

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“More than half of Brooke’s work to improve the lives of working animals, and the families who depend on them, is made possible by gifts in Wills... If that surprised you, it might also surprise others?” Harriet Langston, Senior Legacy OfficerHelping supporters in your area understand the surprising difference a gift in a Will . Could you help us spread the word? Find out how: Email: legacies@thebrooke.org or Phone: 020 7470 9343

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