Cyclists put the pedal to the metal
Cycling legend Brian Robinson was among more than 200 riders to take in Yorkshire’s breathtaking scenery during the Carter Jonas Pedalthon.
Robinson, the first British rider to complete the Tour de France and win a tour stage, provided the necessary inspiration for the two-wheeled enthusiasts who took part in one of three rides – 90, 70 or 40 miles long – setting off from Ripley Castle in Harrogate on 8 May.
A host of Yorkshire food producers also supported the event, making for some enticing refuelling stations along the way.
Carter Jonas’ head of commercial in the North, David Aspland, said: “It was great to see such a variety of people taking part this year, from teams of colleagues and friends to a tandem, and all for two very good causes.”
The challengers raised money for LandAid and the Yorkshire Air Ambulance.
The UK’s largest property event returns
MIPIM UK will be held on 21-23 October, returning for a second year with a series of new features and innovations.
At the largest property meet in the UK, there will be a dedicated London exhibition zone, in partnership with the London Chamber of Commerce, containing a fully interactive 3D digital model of the capital on a 5m x 3m wall.
The conference will also feature presentations and debates on topics including the impact of the digital revolution and will see the return of the EG/MIPIM UK Awards, recognising the efforts of developers and their partners in revitalising cities.
Visit www.mipimuk.com for more information.
Fighting the good fight
More than 300 agents, landlords and developers sat on the edge of their seats during an evening of white-collar boxing on 21 May.
Contenders from Savills, Life Residential, Rushfield, Panther Securities, Winkworth, Infiniti Properties, Fraser and Co and Landlord Action put themselves forward for a rumble in the ring, which was filmed by Channel 5.
Former British world light-heavyweight champion John Conteh conducted a live auction, with lots including boxing memorabilia and a studio session with DJ Mark Ronson. The event raised £18,000 for Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity.
Everyone’s a winner in Arctic rugby game
Eversheds real estate associate Andrew Walker has returned from a three-week trek to the North Pole led by explorer Jock Wishart.
Walker and his expedition team broke a world record by scrumming down on the ice for the northernmost game of rugby ever staged, with teams captained by former England internationals Tim Stimpson and Ollie Phillips, and former British Lion Lee Mears as referee.
Walker raised money for the Wooden Spoon charity, which supports disadvantaged children and young people across the UK.
Calendar of events
EG Annual Retail Summit with BCSC
When: 2 June, 8.30am
Where: Waldorf Hilton, WC2
What: Examine the changes in food retailing, study how store design is influencing the industry, learn about consumer behaviour and the importance of leisure, all with the brightest minds in the field. Find out more >>
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Women in Property speed networking
When: 2 June, 6:30pm
Where: Howard Kennedy, 1 London Bridge, SE1
What: A double whammy evening of networking at pace, followed by the announcement of the South East winners for the Women in Property National Student Awards. The winners will go forward for the national title at the group’s “Best of the Best” event on 22 September at Claridge’s hotel, W1. Tickets are available at www.womeninproperty.org.uk
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Flipping the ratio
When: 3 June, 6pm
Where: Building Centre, 26 Storey Street, WC1
What: Igloo Regeneration’s Chris Brown will be deliberately outnumbered at this event, which will tackle big questions around women in real estate. Expect questions like “Who’s going to take the lead in 21st century city-making?” and “What does this mean for women in the built environment?” The debate marks the third birthday of Urbanistas, a female-led collaborative that encourages leadership in the gender group. Brown will be accompanied by the Evening Standard’s Joy Lo Dico, UK Regeneration’s Jackie Sadek, Andrea Klettner of ING Media and Kate Henderson of the Town and Country Planning Association. Tickets are available at www.eventbrite.co.uk
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EG Cardiff Question Time
When: 4 June, 5.30pm
Where: Cardiff City Hall
What: Will the idea of a “Severn powerhouse”, linking Cardiff with Newport and Bristol, echoing – and even rivalling – the northern equivalent, ever take off? This and other pressing issues will be debated by experts in the industry as EG’s debate series strides into Cardiff. Entry is free and the panel will be answering audience questions. Find out more >>
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London Real Estate Forum
When: 10-11 June
Where: Berkeley Square, WC1
What: EG will be asking experts about London’s credentials on the world stage, the capital’s office supply squeeze and who bears responsibility for housing, as part of the event’s vast programme at this annual conference. Sessions home in on various corners of London and key developments with some of the most recognisable names in the business. Find out more at www.lref.co.uk
