Around 8,000 people hit the streets of Brighton on Sunday 10^th April in the city’s second consecutive marathon.  In record temperatures of up to 21C, the runners made their way from the beautiful Preston Park, along the picturesque seafront stretch; finishing at Madeira Drive near the infamous Brighton Pier.

Former 1500m world champion Steve Cram officially started the race, with about 100,000 spectators lining the streets of Brighton and Hove.  As he held the winning tape with retired boxer Michael Watson, Kenyan Philemon Kiprop hit the finishing line first in 2:16:07; breaking the course record by three minutes.  He was followed by fellow Kenyan Richard Rotich and Ethiopian Abessy Tolossa.  Great Britain’s Dan Robinson was fourth at 2:19:12. The first woman to finish was Alyson Dixon at 2:34:51; 30 minutes faster than last year’s winner, followed by Lucy Macalister and Julie Briscoe.

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We’re delighted to announce a unique addition to the Office Summer portfolio – The Pavilion at the Tower of London, a breathtaking space in the heart of the city.

The Tower of London has played a prominent role in England’s history and now it can also play host to your summer 2011 event in the exciting new Pavilion marquee.

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After a fantastic 1st year, Office Summer are once again supporting the half way point of the Brighton Marathon taking place on April 10th 2011.

The Office Summer team will be in full force at the half way point with our big yellow race arch, balloons and t-shirts to cheer on the runners in their 13th mile.

Office Summer is dedicated to supporting local charity events as part of our CSR policy – click here to read more.

The Office Summer team are brimming with new and innovative ideas for your next summer event. Here are just some of the team members who work hard every day to bring you the perfect corporate summer party.

Alasdair Adam, Director

“I am very proud to be a director of a number of creative and talented people who genuinely care about delivering superb events for our customers.”

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Spring has finally sprung and the Office Summer team are celebrating with a great grow your own desk sunflower competition!

Simply send us pictures of your home-grown sunflowers along with measurements to info@officesummer.co.uk to win £250 high street shopping vouchers.

This summer treat your colleagues to delightful Summer Soiree combining delicious drinks, sumptuous al fresco dining and fun giant garden games.

This package is ideal for companies looking for a special way to thank their colleagues and clients this summer in a relaxed and sociable environment.

Upgrade your party with live music, a champagne reception or even a chocolate fountain or, keep things simple, the choice is yours.

Party Includes:

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We’re delighted to announce a brand new addition to the Office Summer portfolio – grand and decadent Great Fosters, located in the heart of rural Surrey.

Great Fosters is a very distinguished hotel in Surrey with luxurious modern facilities, perfect for summer parties and business meetings.

Set in 50 acres of formal gardens and parkland, you’ll discover a vast lake, a grand lawn leading to an avenue of lime trees, a grassed amphitheatre, and an enchanting Wisteria-draped Japanese bridge linking to a sunken rose garden and tranquil lily pond.

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New to organising summer events? Here are some top tips from the experts:

Plan for rain.

Whilst a warm, sunny day is desirable for your summer event, it’s important to make arrangements to ensure your guests have just as much fun even if it rains. If you’re organising outdoor activities such as archery or laser clays arrange for some indoor activities also. It might be an idea to keep the theme of the activity similar to that planned, for example; set-up a big screen and Wii with computer game versions of the original. If you’re arranging a BBQ, make sure its sheltered, or there are alternative indoor cooking facilities. For your guests, it’s always a good idea to provide shelter whatever the weather as even the hot sun can be a little too much. If your event is in a big open space, hire a marquee for guests to keep their belongings and network during down-time.

If you really are set on ensuring your event is on a hot sunny day the Met-Office offers a paid-for service which provides forecasts up to 1 month ahead – Click here for details.

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A delectable delight of summer frivolity…

What a delectable way to spend a summer’s day. Our Very English Summer themed party package is a relaxed and informal summer event, ideal for annual company social gatherings.

Guests arrive to trays of fruity mocktails and the soulful sounds of the jazz band. Try your hand at the summer party games with an archery tournament under supervision of professional athletes or try something altogether more relaxing with a game of croquet on the lawn.

Classic summer party dining will whet your guests appetites as the BBQ fires up, serving succulent food accompanied by a bountiful buffet with something for everyone to enjoy.

Visit the delightful strawberries and cream tent for something sweet to finish as the afternoon turns to dusk and the band raises the tempo to bring the company summer party alive.

As Springtime hits Brighton and residents of the town throw out their alarm clocks because the seagulls and sunshine do a much better job, nine event co-ordinators from Millennia Events have decided it’s time for a challenge. This years chosen challenge – the London to Brighton bike race in aid of the British Heart Foundation.

The team, consisting of Paul Williams (Team Leader), Alasdair Adam, Sarah-Jayne Williams, James Stenning, Kate Robertson, Claire Buckley, Sophie Parry, Ben Corlett and Lisa Busby are all training hard with daily bike rides to and from work and also plenty of swimming and yoga to improve flexibility and avoid injury.

“We’re delighted to be working hard to achieve our own personal fitness goals as well as raising money for such a worthy charity.” Paul Williams (Team Leader)

To sponsor the team and raise vital funds for the British Heart Foundation please visit http://original.justgiving.com/teammillennia