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International Rugby star Ollie Phillips takes an epic cycle challenge in honour of his grandmother

Ollie Phillips with his Nan Audrey

Published: 10 January 2013

Ollie Phillips, England Sevens rugby star will swap the playing field for the open road this year as he takes on an epic 235 mile bike ride from London to Brussels.

One Direction take their shirts off in support of Alzheimer's Society

The signed t-shirt

Published: 19 December 2012

Chart topping boy band One Direction is supporting Alzheimer’s Society by donating a hand signed T-shirt that will be auctioned on eBay until tomorrow (Thursday 20 December).

Carey Mulligan raises $95,000 for Alzheimer's Society at Swiss gala dinner

Carey Mulligan

Published: 18 December 2012

Bafta award-winning actress Carey Mulligan raised $95,000 in the fight against dementia this weekend, when she was a guest at the ASMALLWORLD gala dinner at Gstaad Palace Hotel, Switzerland.

Oh brother where art thou amazing Christmas present? Get in George Clooney's pants with this money-can't-buy auction item

George Clooney's dungarees from Oh brother, where art thou?

Published: 6 December 2012

Do your bit in the fight against dementia and get close to everyone’s favourite Hollywood hunk by bidding on superstar George Clooney’s pants this festive season.

Andy Serkis donates 'precious' memorabilia from Lord of the Rings and other films for Alzheimer's Society eBay auction

A photo of Gollum signed by Andy Serkis

Published: 6 December 2012

To coincide with the release of the Lord of the Rings prequel The Hobbit, Alzheimer’s Society is auctioning a number of photos, posters and other memorabilia, signed by actor Andy Serkis.

Win a signed copy of Adele Park's latest book

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Published: 9 November 2012

We have signed copies of the Sunday Times bestseller 'Whatever It Takes' by Adele Parks to give away to five lucky winners.

Lip Service star Ruta Gedmintas donates more signed TV star memorabilia to raise more funds for Alzheimer’s Society

Ruta Gedmintas

Published: 2 November 2012

Actress Ruta Gedmintas, best known for her roles in BBC dramas The Tudors, Lip Service and The Borgias, has donated yet more TV star memorabilia from her personal collection.

Enter our competition to win a Downton Abbey DVD boxset signed by Julian Fellowes

Julian Fellowes

Published: 26 September 2012

We have copies of Downton Abbey Series 1 on DVD signed by the creator Julian Fellowes to give away to three lucky winners.

Bradley Clarkson and Stephen McPartland MP step out to fight dementia in Hertfordshire

Bradley Clarkson with Kay from Bupa at the start of the walk

Published: 26 September 2012

Actor, Bradley Clarkson joined Stephen McPartland MP and walkers from across Hertfordshire to fight dementia at Alzheimer’s Society’s flagship fundraising event, Memory Walk.

Chris Serle steps out to fight dementia in Gloucestershire

Chris Searle with his family at the walk

Published: 25 September 2012

Actor, Chris Serle, best known for presenting BBC Inside Out, joined walkers from across Gloucestershire to fight dementia at Alzheimer’s Society’s flagship fundraising event, Memory Walk.

Rupert Bell steps out to fight dementia at Black Country Memory Walk

Stephen Clarke, with wife, Leesa Clarke (quoted in release), sons, Jules and Malachi, Lisa's mother Patricia Harpin who has dementia and father,Peter Harpin from rock n' roll band, Out of the Shadows, who performed at the event.

Published: 25 September 2012

Sports commentator, Rupert Bell joined walkers from across the Black Country to fight dementia at Alzheimer’s Society’s flagship fundraising event, Memory Walk.

Vicky McClure steps out to fight dementia at Nottingham Memory Walk

Vicky McClure with her family at Memory Walk

Published: 25 September 2012

Actress, Vicky McClure joined walkers from across Nottingham to fight dementia at Alzheimer’s Society’s flagship fundraising event, Memory Walk.

Gypsy Queen Thelma Madine's joins Aintree Memory Walk

Thelma Madine with  the dress being modelled at the start of the walk

Published: 24 September 2012

Gypsy wedding queen Thelma Madine – complete with a spectacular creation in pink - joined 777 people taking part in the Alzheimer's Society Aintree Memory Walk on Sunday (23 September).

Big names step out to fight dementia in London

Carey Mulligan with Gerry and Jamie Anderson at Memory Walk

Published: 24 September 2012

Award winning actress Carey Mulligan was just one of the stars that joined people from across London to fight dementia at Alzheimer’s Society’s flagship fundraising event, Memory Walk.

This Morning’s Ruth Langsford steps out to fight dementia in Surrey

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Published: 18 September 2012

ITV’s This Morning presenter, Ruth Langsford, joined people from across Surrey to fight dementia at Alzheimer’s Society’s flagship fundraising event, Memory Walk.

Walkers take Yellow Brick Road with Sophie Evans at Cardiff Memory Walk

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Published: 18 September 2012

West end star Sophie Evans and a very special choir sent 500 walkers on their way with a song in their hearts at the weekend.

Corrie couple back together for Manchester Memory Walk

Judy Holt, Tony Hirst joined by Ann Johnson

Published: 10 September 2012

Coronation Street couple Judy Holt and Tony Hirst joined more than 700 people on a spectacular Alzheimer's Society Memory Walk in Manchester.

Corrie couple to join 700 on Manchester Memory Walk

Tony Hurst

Published: 6 September 2012

Soap star couple Judy Holt and Tony Hirst from Coronation Street will be reunited when they start 700 people on their way for Alzheimer’s Society’s Manchester Memory Walk on Sunday (9 September).

Actor crosses the finish line for Alzheimer's Society

Shaun Dooley

Published: 31 May 2012

Actor Shaun Dooley completed the Bupa London 10,000 at the weekend to raise awareness of dementia.

Fashion icon Gok Wan gets creative with clothes in support of Alzheimer's Society

The shirt designed by Gok Wan

Published: 24 May 2012

Fashion expert and television presenter Gok Wan has donated a personally customised t-shirt from boutique fashion brand Rare to help raise money for Alzheimer’s Society.

Sunderland musician supports Dementia Awareness Week

Ross Millard

Published: 23 May 2012

Futureheads vocalist Ross Millard attended a flagship awareness raising event to launch Dementia Awareness Week™ earlier this week.

Actress Carey Mulligan to put spotlight on dementia as new Ambassador for Alzheimer's Society

Published: 21 May 2012

Alzheimer's Society today (Monday 21 May) announces actress Carey Mulligan as its newest ambassador.

BBC stars to run Olympic marathon route for Alzheimer's Society

Shaun Dooley in an Alzheimer's Society running shirt

Published: 9 May 2012

Star of BBC dramas Great Expectations, Married.Single.Other and Exile, actor Shaun Dooley will be running the Bupa London 10,000 on 27 May to raise funds for Alzheimer's Society.

Newcastle star in Alzheimer's Society fundraising appeal

Peter Lovenkrands

Published: 25 April 2012

Newcastle United striker Peter Lovenkrands is set to launch a series of online auctions with a difference to raise money for leading dementia charity, Alzheimer's Society.

Whitechapel actor to run the Reading Half Marathon for Alzheimer's Society

Actor Ben Bishop

Published: 28 March 2012

Whitechapel actor Ben Bishop will be running the Reading Half Marathon for Alzheimer's Society this weekend.

Ash manager to run the marathon for Alzheimer's Society

Dave Cronen

Published: 7 March 2012

Music band manager, Dave Cronen, has swapped the tour bus for running shoes as he takes on the Virgin London Marathon in aid of Alzheimer's Society.

Enter our Robbie Savage competition to win a signed copy of his best-selling autobiography

Robbie Savage on Strictly Come Dancing

Published: 30 January 2012

We've got a signed copy of former footballer and Alzheimer's Society ambassador, Robbie Savage's, best-selling autobiography 'Savage!' up for grabs.

Neil Hannon wins Celebrity Mastermind for Alzheimer's Society

Singer Neill Hannon leans against a wall

Published: 6 January 2012

The Divine Comedy's Neil Hannon has won Celebrity Mastermind in aid of Alzheimer's Society.

Bromley carer reunited with Ruth Jones tonight

A women in a patterned top stands with her arm around an elderly man

Published: 28 December 2011

Bromley carer Ron Lambert will be reunited with actress Ruth Jones on television tonight (Wednesday 28 December) during BBC One’s Comic Relief programme 'What a Cracker'.

Celebrities line-up to support Christmas fundraiser in aid of Alzheimer's Society

Fiona Phillips

Published: 16 December 2011

Stars from the cast of This Morning have shown their support to a Christmas charity campaign run in aid of Alzheimer's Society.

Enter our competition for a chance to win Blood Brothers tickets and a signed calendar

Lyn Paul

Published: 25 November 2011

Enter our competition and you could win a pair of tickets to West End musical Blood Brothers as well as a signed Blood Brothers calendar.

Win a Chance to Meet Bond Girl Britt Ekland!

Actress and Alzheimer's Society supporter Britt Ekland

Published: 23 November 2011

International movie star and Alzheimer's Society Patron, Britt Ekland, is offering fans a perfect way to mark the start of the festive season.

Blood Brothers beauties bare all for Alzheimer’s Society

Front cover of the Blood Brothers calender

Published: 4 November 2011

Stars of hit West End musical Blood Brothers have taken on their most challenging roles yet – posing for a daring calendar to raise money for Alzheimer’s Society.

County music legend, Glen Campbell, gives his support for Somerset’s early dementia campaign

Country singer Glen Campbell with a man in an Alzheimer's Society t-shirt.

Published: 4 November 2011

Country music singer and legend, Glen Campbell, expressed his support last night for a new public awareness campaign in Somerset.

TV stars Hugh Dennis and Dr Hilary Jones lead Alzheimer’s Society team in the Bupa Great South Run

Actor Hugh Dennis in an Alzheimer's Society running shirt.

Published: 28 October 2011

‘Outnumbered’ star and much loved comedian, Hugh Dennis and ITV Daybreak's Health Editor, Dr Hilary Jones, are leading the Alzheimer’s Society team of over 1,300 runners in the Bupa Great South Run.

Competition winners and a special auction prize for music (and Scrabble!) lovers

Tim Wheeler from Ash and Neil Hannon from Divine Comedy stand against a wall

Published: 28 October 2011

The winners of a pair of backstage tickets to the eagerly awaited Ulster Hall Benefit Gig featuring Ash, Divine Comedy and The Undertones are Maire Flynn and Lloyd Houston.

Enter our free prize draw and win a signed copy of Lynda Bellingham's autobiography

Lynda Bellingham

Published: 25 October 2011

Enter our fantastic free prize draw and you could win a signed copy of Lynda Bellingham's autobiography Lost and Found: My Story

Win VIP backstage tickets to Alzheimer's Society benefit gig

Ash & Divine comedy

Published: 18 October 2011

Ash, The Divine Comedy and The Undertones will be playing a very special concert in aid of Alzheimer's Society and we've got two pairs of VIP tickets up for grabs.

Alzheimer’s Society wishes Glen Campbell best of luck for UK tour

Published: 14 October 2011

Alzheimer’s Society has wished guitar legend Glen Campbell the very best of luck for the UK leg of his farewell tour, which starts this month.

Celebrities Richard McCourt and Dean Andrews lead the Alzheimer’s Society team in the Bupa Great Yorkshire Run

Richard McCourt and Dean Andrews

Published: 6 October 2011

Celebrities Richard McCourt and Dean Andrews are leading the charge for Alzheimer’s Society in the Bupa Great Yorkshire Run on Sunday 9 October.

Matt's ready for kick-off!

Team flyer

Published: 6 October 2011

A host of football legends and celebrities will take to the pitch for Matt Murray's Wolverhampton Wanderers testimonial this Sunday 9 October.

Robbie Savage donates designer threads for online charity auction

Robbie Savage

Published: 5 October 2011

Fans of the football legend, Alzheimer’s Society ambassador and Strictly Come Dancing star Robbie Savage will have the chance to bid for his clothes in a charity auction to help Alzheimer’s Society.

Society ambassadors hit the dancefloor

Russell Grant on Strictly Come Dancing

Published: 5 October 2011

Alzheimer's Society ambassadors Russell Grant and Robbie Savage are aiming to impress the judges on this year's Strictly Come Dancing.

Alzheimer's Society Music Benefit featuring The Divine Comedy, Ash and The Undertones

ash band

Published: 20 September 2011

This special concert has been put together to raise funds for the Alzheimer's Society. The three main acts will each perform one of their classic albums in sequence.

Hollyoaks hunk Andy and Jamie the darling lead the 3,500 strong Alzheimer’s Society team in the Bupa Great North Run

Jamie Darling and Andy Newton Lee after they have completed the Bupa Great North Run for Alzheimer's Society

Published: 19 September 2011

BBC TV presenter Jamie Darling and actor and entrepreneur Andy Newton Lee clocked up impressive times when they lead the 3,500 strong Alzheimer’s Society running team in the Bupa Great North Run.

Weightloss wonder Wendy leads Alzheimer’s Society team in the Bupa Great North Run alongside Hollyoaks hunk Andy and Jamie the darling

Wendy Bell

Published: 13 September 2011

Wendy Bell, 53, from Cramlington in Northumberland will be leading the Alzheimer’s Society’s team of over 3,500 runners.

Celebrities support Memory Walk 2011

Vicky McClure outside the Baftas

Published: 31 August 2011

A host of celebrities, including an Oscar winner, Bafta winner and FA Cup winner have shown their support for this year's Memory Walk.

Alzheimer's Society supporter Sir Terry Pratchett recognised as a Champion of Alzheimer's disease

Terry Pratchett and Neil Hunt and Graham Browne

Published: 18 July 2011

Award-winning author and Alzheimer's Society supporter, Sir Terry Pratchett, has been named Health Champion of the Year by the UK's leading health experts and journalists.

Reality TV pundit's X-Factor single in aid of Alzheimer's Society

Dean Midas & Maynard Brown

Published: 6 July 2011

North East reality TV pundit supports Alzheimer's Society with his song 'X-Factor's on the TV'.

Special book offer for Alzheimer's Society supporters

Published: 29 June 2011

Over 200 celebrities have been asked what song brings back special memories for a book that will raise funds for Alzheimer's Society.

Alzheimer’s Society celebrities run in Bupa London 10,000 and raise funds for people with dementia and their carers

Bupa 10k

Published: 31 May 2011

Actors Shaun Dooley and Nigel Whitmey, TV presenter Jamie Darling and garden designer and BBC presenter, Chris Beardshaw, have raised almost £2,500 for us by taking part in the Bupa London 10,000.

BBC gardener Chris is digging deep for Alzheimer’s Society in the Bupa London 10,000

Chris Beardshaw

Published: 25 May 2011

Award-winning garden designer and TV presenter, Chris Beardshaw, is swapping his wellingtons for trainers to run for Alzheimer’s Society in the Bupa London 10,000 run on 30 May.

Alzheimer’s Society stars lead record turnout of runners in Bupa Great Manchester Run

Bupa Great Manchester Run

Published: 17 May 2011

Over 2,400 people took to the grey and rainy streets of Manchester yesterday to take part in the Bupa Great Manchester Run and raise funds for Alzheimer’s Society.

Famous faces appeal for 10,000 volunteers to raise funds for dementia

Robbie Savage

Published: 9 May 2011

A host of celebrities, including Fiona Phillips and Robbie Savage, are urging people to volunteer for Alzheimer’s Society and Alzheimer Scotland.

Dean presents United front for Alzheimer's Society in Bupa Great Manchester Run

Dean Andrews

Published: 9 May 2011

Actor and Alzheimer’s Society supporter, Dean Andrews, will be pounding the streets of Manchester on 15 May in the Bupa Great Manchester Run.

‘Exile’ star Shaun Dooley tackles Bupa London 10,000 for Alzheimer’s Society

Published: 3 May 2011

Actor Shaun Dooley, star of BBC psychological thriller, Exile, is doing his first ever 10K run and raising funds for Alzheimer’s Society, as he tackles the Bupa London 10,000 on 30 May.

Jamie Darling leading the charge for team Alzheimer’s Society at launch of Bupa Great Yorkshire Run

Jamie Darling

Published: 18 April 2011

Television presenter Jamie Darling is calling on people from Yorkshire and beyond to put on their trainers and help raise funds to fight dementia at the launch of the Bupa Great Yorkshire Run.

Celebrities are making their mind up to run the Virgin London Marathon for Alzheimer’s Society

Jay Aston, Bucks Fizz

Published: 15 April 2011

Buck’s Fizz singer, Jay Aston, has made her mind up to run for us in the Virgin London Marathon on Sunday 17 April, along with Kaiser Chief’s Ricky Wilson and Olympic champion rower, Matthew Pinsent.

Gavin and Stacey actress visits Bromley couple for Comic Relief

Published: 18 March 2011

Gavin and Stacey actress Ruth Jones stayed with a Bromley couple as part of a film about dementia to be shown tonight (Friday 18 March) on BBC One’s Comic Relief 2011.

Wolves legend supports Alzheimer's Society

Published: 25 February 2011

Former Wolves goalkeeper, Matt Murray, has been awarded a testimonial by the club and will donate some of the proceeds to Alzheimer's Society.

Society fundraiser at Windsor Castle

Kevin Whately

Published: 9 February 2011

Join us for an exclusive evening at the Forget-me-not-Concert at St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle.

Celebrities say 'Get fit and fight dementia' at the launch of the Bupa Great South Run

Published: 20 January 2011

Celebrity fitness trainer, Dee Thresher, and EastEnders actor, John Altman, are calling for people to run for Alzheimer’s Society at the launch of the Bupa Great South Run in Portsmouth on 20 January.

Nina Hossain braves the snow for Alzheimer’s charities at the Bupa Great Winter Run

Published: 11 January 2011

Despite sub-zero temperatures and a four-inch snowfall, ITV newsreader, journalist and presenter Nina Hossain gamely took part in the Bupa Great Winter Run in Edinburgh on 8 January.

Celebrity supporters show their support for us during the festive period

Ruth Langsford

Published: 6 January 2011

The festive period was a busy one for our celebrity supporters as they showed their support for Alzheimer's Society.

Newsreader Nina heads north for Bupa Great Winter Run for Alzheimer’s charities

Published: 5 January 2011

ITV newsreader, journalist and presenter Nina Hossain is kick starting the New Year in Edinburgh, as she tackles the Bupa Great Winter Run on 8 January for Alzheimer’s Society.

Fiona Phillips backs new Alzheimer's Society recipe book

Fiona Phillips

Published: 24 December 2010

A recipe book with contributions from people with dementia and their carers has been endorsed by celebrity ambassador Fiona Phillips.

A host of football legends are urging fans across the country to vote for Alzheimer's Society as the Football League’s new charity partner

Published: 25 November 2010

Alzheimer's Society supporters Robbie Savage, Lawrie McMenemy and Bert Williams MBE, have all experienced caring for a loved one with dementia.

Celebrities line up to support Seasalt's Go Knit! campaign

Published: 11 November 2010

The stars are lining up to support this year’s charity knitting campaign, Go Knit!, run by well-known coastal clothing brand Seasalt.

Alzheimer's Society ambassador Russell Grant narrates Dylan Thomas' classic play 'Under Milk Wood'

Russell Grant

Published: 29 October 2010

Russell Grant narrates Dylan Thomas' classic play Under Milk Wood at Hercules Hall, Portmeirion, Wales this weekend in aid of Alzheimer's Society.

Acclaimed singer set to perform at London Memory Walk

Chloe Hall

Published: 23 September 2010

Australian singer and Alzheimer’s Society supporter, Chloe Hall will be hitting the high notes at this year’s London Memory Walk.

Enter our free prize draw for your chance to win Fiona Phillips' new book

Fiona Phillips

Published: 2 September 2010

Fiona Phillips, TV presenter and Alzheimer's Society Ambassador, has written a book, Before I Forget, about her complex relationship with her parents.

Eastenders villain goes on the run to fundraise for Alzheimer's Society

Published: 24 August 2010

Actor John Altman, best known for his role of ‘Nasty’ Nick Cotton in TV soap EastEnders, is heading to Sheffield to take part in the Bupa Great Yorkshire Run on 5 September for Alzheimer’s Society.

Alzheimer's Society supporter Robbie Savage suggests he may quit Twitter

Published: 10 August 2010

Alzheimer’s Society supporter Robbie Savage has suggested he may quit Twitter after receiving abuse at his father who has Pick’s disease.

Savage blow helps thousands with dementia

Published: 5 August 2010

Footballer and columnist Robbie Savage has today (Thursday, 5 August) launched an autobiography detailing his years as a star footballer.

Mott The Hoople drummer speaks about his dementia for the first time

Dale Griffin

Published: 5 July 2010

Dale 'Buffin' Griffin former drummer of '70s rock band Mott The Hoople has been speaking publicly for the first time about his Alzheimer’s disease.

Celebrity supporters surprise hardworking local carers with a mini break for two as part of Carers Week

Published: 15 June 2010

It's Carers Week (Monday 14 June – Sunday 20 June), and to recognise the unerring commitment of family carers nationwide, five carers across the country have been presented with a mini break.

Alzheimer's Society celebrity supporter Johnny Briggs surprises hardworking local carer with a mini break for two

Published: 9 June 2010

Anne Powell had a double surprise when she met actor Johnny Briggs, who presented her with a European mini break courtesy of easyJet and KPMG, as a thank you for caring for her husband.

Alzheimer’s Society celebrity supporter Robert Gwilym surprises hardworking local carer with a mini break for two

Published: 8 June 2010

Pat Clements had a double surprise when she met Robert Gwilym, who presented her with a European mini break courtesy of easyJet and KPMG, as a thank you for caring for her mother.

Celebrity runners join the crowd at Bupa London 10,000

Published: 1 June 2010

Alzheimer’s Society supporters Chris Beardshaw and Jamie Darling crossed the finishing line together at the Bupa London 10,000 Run recording a spectacular run time of 40 minutes 29 seconds.

Celebrity trainer Matt Roberts leads BBC stars in Bupa London 10,000 run

Published: 26 May 2010

Personal trainer to the stars, Matt Roberts, is leading celebrity TV gardener Chris Beardshaw and Animal Hospital’s Jamie Darling in the Bupa London 10,000 Run on Monday 31 May.

Alzheimer's Society team ahead of the pack in Bupa Manchester Run

Published: 19 May 2010

Alzheimer’s Society supporters Richard McCourt and Sophie Mei took the lead in the celebrity wave of the Bupa Great Manchester Run on Sunday 16 May.

Get tickets for 'An audience with Britt Ekland'

Britt Eckland

Published: 4 May 2010

Britt Ekland, ambassador and celebrity support is hosting An Audience with...at Arts Depot on Saturday 22 May at 8pm.

Where the Heart Is actress Samantha Giles calls for Bupa Great Manchester Run runners to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Society

Published: 20 April 2010

Former Emmerdale and Where the Heart Is actress Samantha Giles is taking part in the Bupa Great Manchester Run on 16 May and asking people across the North West to join her in raising funds.

David Van Day launches 'Gift in Celebration' range with Alzheimer’s Society

Published: 20 April 2010

David Van Day, celebrity supporter for Alzheimer’s Society, is backing the launch of the stylish ‘Gift in Celebration’ party fundraising range which is set to complement any festivity.

Sir Michael Parkinson opens new Alzheimer's Society shop

Published: 7 April 2010

Alzheimer’s Society of Windsor, Maidenhead, Slough and Langley welcomed the legendary television presenter, Sir Michael Parkinson, to open their new, dynamic Memory Lane Charity Shop.

Dean Andrews ditches the Quattro to run for Alzheimer's Society

Published: 7 April 2010

Ashes to Ashes star Dean Andrews is swapping his eighties wheels for trainers having signed up for the Bupa Great Yorkshire Run on 5 September to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Society.

Winner of The Apprentice 2009 raises funds for Alzheimer's Society ahead of Virgin London Marathon

Yasmina Siadatan

Published: 6 April 2010

Yasmina Siadatan, winner of the BBC One show The Apprentice 2009, was in Nottingham on Saturday, 27 March to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Society.

Angela Rippon teams up with Plymouth Argyle

Published: 26 March 2010

Alzheimer's Society Ambassador, Broadcaster and Journalist, Angela Rippon will be guest of honour at the highly anticipated match between Plymouth Argyle and Blackpool on Saturday 27th March.

Angela Lonsdale to host Manchester spring ball for Alzheimer's Society

Published: 15 March 2010

Angela Lonsdale, soap star and Alzheimer’s Society celebrity supporter, is set to host a spectacular evening of entertainment and dancing on Saturday, 24 April 2010 at the Palace Hotel, Manchester. T

Enter our prize draw for your chance to win a signed copy of Lynda Bellingham's autobiography

Published: 3 March 2010

Lynda Bellingham's autobiography has just gone on sale and we have five signed copies to give away. Just enter our free prize draw.

Nell McAndrew to lead team Alzheimer's Society in Bupa Great North Run

Published: 3 March 2010

Model and presenter Nell McAndrew is calling for people to join her in raising money for people with dementia by running for Alzheimer’s Society

Hugh Dennis leading the charge for team Alzheimer's Society at launch of Bupa Great Yorkshire Run

Published: 23 February 2010

Actor and comedian Hugh Dennis today called for people in Yorkshire and beyond to sign up to raise money for people with dementia in this year’s Bupa Great Yorkshire Run.

Bond star Britt calls on nation to support Alzheimer's Society 'Old Jewellery Appeal'

Published: 11 February 2010

Britt Ekland, actress and Alzheimer’s Society Patron, is supporting the re-launch of Alzheimer’s Society’s Old Gold Appeal as it transforms into the Old Jewellery Appeal.

Star of stage and screen Britt Ekland leads team Alzheimer’s Society at launch of Bupa Great South Run

Published: 21 January 2010

Iconic movie actress Britt Ekland today called for people in Portsmouth to sign up to raise money for people with dementia in this year’s Bupa Great South Run.

Actress Angela Lonsdale hosts spring ball in aid of Alzheimer's Society

Published: 19 January 2010

Soap star and former Coronation Street actress, Angela Lonsdale, invites you to join her and her celebrity friends for a spectacular evening of entertainment and dancing.

GMTV resident doctor drives Alzheimer's Society stars over the finish line at Bupa Great South Run

Published: 28 October 2009

GMTV’s Doctor Hilary Jones and actor and comedian Hugh Dennis, headed to Portsmouth to champion the rights of people with dementia and run for Alzheimer’s Society in the Bupa Great South Run.

Tara Flynn lends her support to Alzheimer's Society by running the ING New York City Marathon

Published: 20 October 2009

Irish actress and comedian, Tara Flynn, will be making an appearance on Broadway next month - taking part in the ING New York City Marathon to raise money for Alzheimer’s Society.

David Van Day tours the country with sing-a-long to help people with dementia

David Van Day

Published: 24 September 2009

David Van Day, one of our celebrity supporters, appeared in The Sun today encouraging singing to help people with dementia.

Join David Van Day for a charity Sing-a-Long

David Van Day

Published: 27 August 2009

David Van Day, one of our celebrity supporters, is performing in a Sing-a-long at the Thameside theatre in Thurrock. The sing-a-long features wartime songs and classic musical hits.

Alzheimer's Society puts best foot forward with Dunwoody

Richard Dunswoody

Published: 26 June 2009

Today (26 June), Alzheimer’s Society representatives and sports personality Micky Quinn will join Richard Dunwoody, in his quest to walk 1,000 miles in 1,000 hours.

Gigging for charity - Trouble with Tuesday band performing in Milton Keynes

Trouble with Tuesday band members

Published: 12 June 2009

Back in February we brought you the story of indie pop rock band, Trouble with Tuesday, who were looking to secure a venue for a gig in support of Alzheimer's Society.

Actress Sian Reeves supporting Alzheimer's Society by running the Bupa Great North Run

Sian Reeves

Published: 28 May 2009

Former Cutting It and EastEnders' star, Sian Reeves, announced live on air today on ITV1's This Morning programme, that she will be running the Bupa Great North Run on 20 September 2009.

Host of celebs join record breaking number of Alzheimer's Society runners in Bupa London 10,000

Celebrities at the Bupa London 10,000

Published: 26 May 2009

What do a daytime TV presenter, celebrity hairdresser, film star and Hollyoak’s actor have in common?

David Van Day flies in for charity tea party

David Van Day serving tea to easyJet staff

Published: 26 May 2009

I’m a Celebrity: Get Me out of Here! star David Van Day swapped jungle bugs and snakes for mugs and cakes to raise vital funds and awareness for people with dementia and their carers.

Gladiator proves he's smarter than a ten year old

Published: 15 May 2009

Nick Aldis, aka Oblivion in the Sky1 series Gladiators, has shown that he has brains as well as brawn.

Jockey to walk the line for Alzheimer's Society

Richard Dunswoody

Published: 7 May 2009

Richard Dunwoody, one of Britain’s most successful and well known jockeys, will this month set off on his adventures to raise money for Alzheimer’s Society and a number of other charities.

Gladiator takes on general knowledge challenge for Alzheimer's Society

Nick Aldis, Gladiator

Published: 20 April 2009

Nick Aldis, aka Oblivion in the Sky1 series Gladiators, is set to prove that he has brains as well as brawn.

Daily Mirror 3am girl running marathon for Alzheimer's Society

Published: 8 April 2009

Clemmie, a Daily Mirror 3am girl who reports on the latest celebrity gossip, is causing gossip herself by running the London Marathon in aid of us.

Stars of stage and screen jog memories for Alzheimer’s Society at the Bupa London 10,000

Published: 31 March 2009

Ruth Langsford, TV presenter, Ashley Lilley, actress (Ali in the film Mamma Mia!), and Tania Bryer, TV presenter and writer, are championing the rights of people with dementia.

Bernie Nolan joins the Bupa Great Run Series

Published: 22 January 2009

Singer and actor Bernie Nolan has confirmed that she is joining the Bupa Great South Run to raise money for the Society. The 10-mile marathon will take place in Portsmouth on the 25 October 2009.

Bond star Britt supports Alzheimer's Society at launch of Bupa Great Manchester Run

Britt Ekland, pictured at the launch of the Bupa Great Manchester Run

Published: 8 January 2009

Actress and international celebrity, Britt Ekland, is championing the rights of people with dementia today by supporting us at the launch of the Bupa Great Manchester Run.

Sally Lindsay helps Alzheimer's Society by winning Celebrity Mastermind

Published: 5 January 2009

Sally Lindsay, actress and Alzheimer’s Society ambassador wins Celebrity Mastermind raising money for Alzheimer’s Society (Manchester Branch).

Lynda Bellingham drops into Plymstock to spread some Christmas cheer

Published: 15 December 2008

Actress and Alzheimer’s Society Ambassador Lynda Bellingham visited Alzheimer's Society Drop-In service in Plymstock last week.

Biff, Baff, Boff! David Van Day returns from the jungle with dollars for dementia

Published: 10 December 2008

He may have cut a controversial figure in the jungle but his appearance on the popular reality show, I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here, has resulted in much needed funds to help people with dementia.

Sally Lindsay to face Mastermind challenge in aid of Alzheimer's Society

Published: 8 December 2008

Society Ambassador and actress Sally Lindsay will come face to face with John Humphrys this Christmas when she settles herself into the famous black chair on BBC’s Celebrity Mastermind.

Sir Cliff Richard talks about his mother's dementia on Songs of Praise

Published: 1 December 2008

Sir Cliff Richard will talk about his experiences of his mother's dementia on Songs of Praise on Sunday 7 December.

Ruth Langsford steps out for Alzheimer's

From left to right: Christine Ohurudgu, Ruth Langsford, Liz Yelling, Goldie Sayers

Published: 8 September 2008

ITV presenter Ruth Langsford leapt off This Morning’s sofa and strolled out to raise money for Alzheimer’s Society at the Adidas Women’s 5K in Hyde Park yesterday, 7 September 2008.