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Unlocking Trade
Unlocking Trade: Latest insights and analysis from the BCC
Sussex Chamber is delighted to invite our member businesses to join our exclusive webinar led by BCC’s David Bharier, Head of Research and William Bain, Head of Trade Policy.
The session will dive into the latest macro trends identified in our Trade Survey research and attendees will gain in-depth insights into BCC’s latest trade policies and analysis, arming you with valuable information for navigating today’s trade landscape.
- Thursday 12 December 2024
- 8:30 - 9:30 and 15:30 - 16:30 (UK time)
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To accommodate British Chambers of Commerce's international audience this webinar will be held twice, offering attendees from different time zones the flexibility to join. Each session will cover the same agenda, so please register for the time that best suits your schedule. You can register via the links below. To secure your spot, please register by Tuesday 10th December at 12:00 PM (UK Time).
To register for the afternoon session (15:30-16:30) please follow this link: Webinar Registration - Zoom |
Wolo Foundation
Come and join us for a magical Christmas WoloBall - Festive Fiesta as we take over Buxted Park Hotel for a real Christmas extravaganza!
Marvel at the festive decor and join us for a night to remember! Get into the Christmas spirit; treat yourselves to an evening full of Christmas cheer and stay over in one of their sumptuous rooms, exclusive to attendees of the WoloBall - Festive Fiesta!
Check in from 3pm to relax in the festive surroundings and begin your merry mini-break with Wolo. The whole hotel is for the exclusive use of Wolo and our guests, so make yourself at home for the night!
Enjoy a welcome drink and canapes followed by a sumptuous 3-course dinner. Hosted by More radio's Jack The Lad, with various live entertainment and fundraising opportunities throughout the evening, get ready to win BIG, party, and help raise funds to improve the quality of life of families in Sussex affected by cancer.
Dance until the early hours, or chill out in the hotel’s cinema room with some popcorn and a Christmas film! Bliss!
Although not essential, attendees are encouraged to stay over for a Christmassy merry mini-break. Exclusive room hire rates are available from £200 for a double room. Superior doubles and suites are also available. All room rates include a full English breakfast in the hotel’s orangery on Saturday morning.
Dress code: Black tie/sparkles/Christmas - we want you to feel comfortable - if you fancy dressing up to the nines, please do, if you don’t, we won’t be offended!
***Currently 12 tickets and 8 rooms remain! (As at 5/11/24)
20% discount available on ticket prices to all Wolo 100 Club members
Dress code: Black Tie, Sparkles/Christmas!
BOOK HERE - https://wolofoundation.org/wolo-events/woloball-festive-fiesta
#wolomoment #weonlyliveonce
Wolo Foundation
Dust off those dancing shoes and whistles and get ready for an epic night raising money for Wolo Foundation!
Join us and DJ Alice Ashton, and enjoy some dance, house, Ibiza classics, drum & bass, disco and dance the night away in an exclusive private barn near Lewes!
A festival vibe with street food, free bling/glitter station, free photo booth, a licensed bar, lights and awesome music - tickets are limited and just £17.50!
Free parking. Over 18's only. 7.30pm - midnight.
Help Wolo's funds to go further by becoming a sponsor for the event -
Get 10 tickets, 2 bottles of prosecco, an optional logo on promo material, the kudos of making a donation to Wolo and a shout-out from the DJ on the night - for just £250!
Come along and make some memories to last a lifetime!
Location - Culver Farm Lewes BN8 5TR
BOOK HERE - https://wolofoundation.org/wolo-events/wolo-fundraver
See you there!
Team Wolo 💛
Wolo Foundation
Wolo Africa 4x4 Adventure Challenge 2025
A Mindful Adventure Challenge
Nourishing Our Mental Health Through Adventure
Embark on an ‘African Expedition': Uniting Adventure, Culture, Discovery, and Personal Development
Completing this challenge in Namibia and Botswana not only raises funds for the beneficiaries of the The Wolo Foundation, but offers all of us taking part an holistic mental health boost through exposure to nature, diverse cultures, adventure, mindfulness, sunlight, social connections, and opportunities for self-reflection, fostering relaxation, creativity, and a sense of well-being.
Celebrating 5 impactful years of The Wolo Foundation, with a challenging adventure encompassing 5 key mental health benefits:
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Breaking away from daily routines and immersing ourselves in different environments provides a mental reset. The unique experiences of this African adventure will allow us to detach from stressors, and rejuvenate our minds.
Wolo Foundation in collaboration with Africa Wild Trails will deliver this international charity adventure 4x4 adventure challenge. All funds raised will help many families affected by cancer in Sussex.
Venture Overview
Covering approximately 3,000 kms, our destinations are set but the routes there are not, as we want to spend time exploring the areas we are in, occasionally going for walks and hikes, and immersing ourselves in the locations, landscapes and cultures, with the option of a hot-air balloon ride above the desert.
Venture Route
This African adventure challenge is about improving our mental health, and raising much needed funds for The Wolo Foundation. The journey takes us on a route through the rich and diverse countries of Namibia and Botswana. Breathtakingly wonderful landscapes, stunning wildlife areas, and welcoming communities await us! Fully equipped 4x4 vehicles will be provided and each vehicle will have a team of 3 or 4 people, and 2 of these must be drivers.
Basic Itinerary
Day 1 - 2nd June Arrive Windhoek. Transfer to Lodge. Settle In/ Briefing Allocate vehicles/ Discuss Day 1 Route Plan/ Dinner
Day 2 - 3rd June Depart for Sesriem Campsite, Namib Desert 4hrs drive time/ 350kms. Explore the Sesriem Canyon
Day 3 - 4th June Explore Sossuusvlei sand dunes Optional: Hot-air ballooning above the Namib desert
Day 4 - 5th June Depart and head to Spitzkoppe Campsite 6hrs drive time/ 500kms
Day 5 - 6th June Explore the incredible Spitzkoppe area & Bushman Rock Art
Day 6 - 7th June Depart and head into Etosha Big 5 National Park Campsite 6hrs drive time/ 600kms
Day 7 - 8th June Explore Etosha National Park. Elephant, Lion, Rhino focus Game viewing in the reserve all day
Day 8 - 9th June Depart and head for Tsumkwe Camp near Botswana border 5hrs drive time/ 450 kms
Day 9 - 10th June Depart, cross border, head to Maun, Okavango Delta. Arrive Crocodile Camp and relax. 7hrs drive time/ 400kms + border crossing
Day 10 - 11th June Wildlife viewing on the Okavango Delta by boat
Day 11 - 12th June Depart and head to Ghanzi campsite, Kalahari 4hrs drive time/ 300kms. Bushman walk and survival skills
Day 12 - 13th June Final leg back to Windhoek Lodge inc / Cross border 6hrs drive time/ 550kms + border crossing
Day 13 - 14th June Transfer to airport for depart for home.
Vehicles Information
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Toyota Land Cruisers 4x4 79 Series and/or
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Toyota Hilux 2.4 GD-6 4x4 Double Cabs
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Fully comprehensive insurance for all drivers
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Unlimited mileage
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Cross border permits
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2 x spare wheels per vehicle
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GPS (Trip leader will also have mobile phone
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SATNAV)
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Med kit & Recovery Kit
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(compressor, tow rope, jumper cables etc)
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24hr assistance
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Camping Equipment:
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Rooftop Tents, 2 per vehicle
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2 per rooftop tent, or bring ground tent
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Camping Fridge
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Chairs
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Sleeping bag, Sheets, Pillows
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Table
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Gas Cooker + 3kg Cylinder
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Lamps, Axe, Spade
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Fire Extinguisher
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Crockery/Cutlery Box
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Kitchen Box
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Kitchen Box 2 (pots, pans, kettle etc.)
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Wash Bowl
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All food will be purchased by the Advance
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Party prior to the pain group arrival
Not included
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Flights are excluded, and are approximately £800 - £1000.
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Fuel: Pay as we go. Around £100 per person.
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Hot air ballooning: Approximately £350 per person.
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Alcohol: For participant’s own accounts.
Please click on the button below to learn more about the adventure and what to expect on the challenge.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
Self-funding
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Registration Deposit: £500 (to Africa Wild Trails)
Remaining trip cost: £1765 payable by 31st April 2025 (4 people in one vehicle)
A minimum fundraising target of £625 per person is required to take part in this adventure (£2500 per vehicle for 4). Wolo will be there to help you every step of the way with ideas and advice on how to reach this target and help them to continue supporting families all over Sussex on their cancer journeys. Why not ask your employer to match fund you? (can be paid by you or raised throughout the trip, and is due 14 days after your return).
Please note that there is a first come first served basis as we have to have 4 people per vehicle. So this means participants can join a vehicle or can bring a group of 4 for their own vehicle.
Sign up
If you would like to sign up or have any questions, please follow the link below
https://wolofoundation.org/wolo-events/wolo-africa-4x4-adventure-challenge
Wolo Foundation
Wolo Africa 100 - 2025
KwaZulu Natal Province South Africa
Wolo Foundation in collaboration with Africa Wild Trails will deliver this international charity adventure Run & Trek. All funds raised will help many families affected by cancer in Sussex.
All participates will complete this challenge for Wolo Foundation, for themselves, for the journey and to contribute to nature.
Please note this is not a race.
Wolo 100 Trail Run & Trek
17 Sept - 26th Sept 2025
The Wolo 100 is a multi-day Run & Trek covering 100 miles or 100 kilometres making use of a network of game paths and tracks within thousands of hectares of South African bush in the Province of KwaZulu Natal. Located on the eastern seaboard/Indian Ocean.
This 10 day journey through the African bush, The Tugela River and rural Zulu communities will give you the opportunity to run or trek 100 miles through areas where there is plenty of wildlife, wonderful scenery and friendly people. The terrain is varied, but is predominantly undulating game paths dotted with tall standing aloes and acacias. There will be an underlying ethos of nature conservation, culminating in the release of a giraffe to help increase the gene pool of the current population, which is essential to the future of this vulnerable species.
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