Events Programme 2008

We now have in place our programme of major events for 2008, but will be supplementing this with extra gatherings throughout the year, so check back regularly for updates!

9th June 2008 Art of Africa Week - WFUK Open Day at the Smithfield Gallery, London

Your chance to enjoy some of the most wonderful art coming out of Africa, as well as meet the WFUK team and learn more about the work that we are engaged in. Come along and say hello to Jo, Richard, Eddie, Sue, Carol and our new Membership and Events Secretary and Education Officer.

11th June 2008 Art of Africa Week - Dinner at the Smithfield Gallery, London

Join WFUK with guest speaker Cameron McNeish for this wonderful dining event, set in one of London's most charming galleries, surrounded by a range of works of art brought to us by some of the most dynamic talent from the continent of Africa.

6th July 2008 British London 10k Run

Join us once again to cheer on the brave souls running through the streets of London to raise money for WFUK. We're delighted to be represented by a team of three from Alladale in Scotland this year, but still have three places available under our debenture. Minimum sponsorsphip to be raised £100 per entrant. Go on - get out and make a difference!

Autumn 2008 - Tranquility Walks

In conjunction with the Stop Stansted Expansion group, we will be running a series of guided walks through the tranquil areas of Essex countryside that will be impacted by the proposed expansion of Stansted Airport.

Winter 2008 - Wilderness Youth Congress, London

Building on our Wilderness Trails Programme, we will be holding our inaugural Wilderness Youth Congress in the Winter of 2008. We will be inviting our current trails participants and alumni to join the Foundation for a day of structured workshops and seminars around the environmental and conservation issues that matter to young people. The event will be rounded off by an evening of celebration with a live band and party atmosphere.

For further information or to register your interest in any of these events, please email the events team

We look forward to seeing you soon!