Fundraising Events
Footwear Friends will be represented in the London Marathon for the first time in 2012!
Recent Events
We don't currently have any events planned for the future (but check back soon!). Here are some of the events we've held recently.
Saints vs Tigers Rugby
Date: December 3rd, 2011
Just two weeks before Christmas we had a terrific day at the Leicester Tigers v Northampton Saints rugby match. At the same time we raised over £1,500 for Footwear Friends which is a great return and grateful thanks to all who contributed. Some 43 of us started with an excellent lunch at The Belmont …
The Way of the Roses
Date: July 16th, 2011
170 miles Coast 2 Coast, Morecambe to Bridlington, known as the "Way Of The Roses" Day One Morecambe to Pately Bridge, 62 miles. Twenty three riders set off on day one, it was really, really tough, especially the 2 mile climb out of Settle – never to be forgotten by any of us!! …
Three Peaks Challenge
Date: June 25th, 2011
The word "challenge" could not have been better chosen! We started the ascent of Ben Nevis at 6am Saturday morning and it probably took us 3 hours to reach the summit. Being the highest peak in the UK we were not surprised to find snow at the top! From Ben Nevis we …
FOOTWEAR FRIENDS ANNUAL VISIT TO NEWMARKET RACES
Date: June 25th, 2011
The combination one of the most beautiful courses in the world, marvellously good accommodation, food, wine and facilities, great racing and the warmth of Shoe Trade togetherness ensure that this day will be hugely enjoyed and remembered by all who attend this event – now in its fifth year. We will be housed …
Mike Heron's Celebratory and Valedictory Row of Windermere for Footwear Friends
Date: June 18th, 2011
During the second half of June 2011 This year, Footwear Friends is 175 years old and I shall very soon be 75 years young(ish!). I have decided that this is an appropriate time to ship my oars and start splicing the mainbrace. I shall, however, endeavour to find time and energy to find some …
International Golf Championship of the Shoe, Leather and Allied Trades.
Date: June 15th, 2011
The committee of the Golf Championship organised another successful event at a new venue i.e. Carden Park in Cheshire. There was a De Vere Hotel on site, together with two courses the Nicklaus and the Cheshire. Both courses were in fine condition resulting in some excellent scores. There were new winners in both the …
International Golf Championship
Date: June 15th, 2011
Golf for the Footwear Industry Enjoy a fantastic golfing experience and help raise money for the industry charity JUNE 15TH, 16TH AND 17TH 2011. Whether you are an experienced or a novice golfer, you will be interested to hear that the International Golf Championship of the Shoe, Leather and Allied Trades in …
Rugby Day at Leicester
Date: January 8th, 2011
The Footwear Friends day out in Leicester was enjoyed by all who attended even though perhaps the Northampton Saints supporters of whom there were many in our party were disappointed with the result. 66 sat down for lunch at The Belmont Hotel who gave us a first class meal. Vegetable soup followed by roast …
Footwear Friends Designer Award 2010
Date: November 2nd, 2010
Tuesday November 2 saw the fourth Footwear Friends Annual Awards presentations take place at the London Canal Museum. Around 160 movers and shakers from the trade joined in a celebration of the achievements of the 18 nominees who submitted themselves to a Dragon's Den type process to identify those who had the right combination of …
The Wrong Way Up
Date: November 1st, 2010
Our 5000 unplanned miles in Africa from 1st - 29th November 2010 The Planned Journey Tanzania, Burundi, Ruanda, Uganda, Sudan, Kenya, Tanzania, Home Total = 4300 miles (6880 kms) The Actual Journey South Africa, Swaziland, Mozambique, Malawi, Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Home Total = 5105 miles (8168 kms) …
