<?xml version="1.0" encoding="iso-8859-1" ?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Merlin's Magic Wand - News &amp; Events</title><link>http://www.merlinsmagicwand.com/news_and_events/news_and_events.asp</link><description>A listing of all the news and events from the Merlin's Magic Wand charity.</description><copyright>Copyright 2010 Merlin Entertainments Group PLC</copyright><item><title>Taking the Magic to the Children Update!</title><description><![CDATA[<p>With the build starting last week on the “The Fantastical Castle” at CHASE Hospice in Guildford the project is nearing completion…the project is the first example of Merlin’s Magic Wand’s Taking the Magic to the Children scheme; whereby pieces of “Merlin Magic” are brought to children who physically cannot visit...</p>]]></description><guid>http://www.merlinsmagicwand.com/news_and_events/display_news.asp?id=20&amp;guid=%7B847E483E%2D194A%2D41B2%2DBFE0%2D71A5C218E3B8%7D</guid><link>http://www.merlinsmagicwand.com/news_and_events/display_news.asp?id=20</link><pubDate>18th August 2010</pubDate></item><item><title>Merlin's Magic Wand Cricket Cup Raises £2,000!</title><description><![CDATA[<p>On Friday 2nd July, as Murray was battling in vain against Nadal and The Netherlands were overcoming Brazil, another sporting contest for the ages was taking place. In the fantastic surroundings of Weybridge Cricket Ground, bathed in glorious sunshine, the Merlin’s Magic Wand Cricket Cup was launched. Organised by Mike...</p>]]></description><guid>http://www.merlinsmagicwand.com/news_and_events/display_news.asp?id=16&amp;guid=%7BEB3DFB8B%2D626A%2D4E80%2D8B85%2DF53AB7E2D946%7D</guid><link>http://www.merlinsmagicwand.com/news_and_events/display_news.asp?id=16</link><pubDate>7th July 2010</pubDate></item><item><title>Welcome to our brand new website!</title><description><![CDATA[<p>As part of a whole host of charity initiatives and changes this year MMW is happy to announce the launch of a brand new and improved website! The website has an updated FAQ section, more comprehensive application form and interactive feedback form; it also has a much more magical and...</p>]]></description><guid>http://www.merlinsmagicwand.com/news_and_events/display_news.asp?id=15&amp;guid=%7BAFD36CC3%2D7680%2D4694%2D8F89%2DAAA5C22BEBC2%7D</guid><link>http://www.merlinsmagicwand.com/news_and_events/display_news.asp?id=15</link><pubDate>1st July 2010</pubDate></item><item><title>"Taking the Magic to the Children" Update!</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Merlin’s Magic Wand’s new outreach initiative, Taking the Magic to the Children, has reached an exciting stage in its development. The first organisation that will benefit from it has been decided… CHASE Hospice in Guildford does fantastic work for children with life-limiting conditions and their families. Among the facilities they...</p>]]></description><guid>http://www.merlinsmagicwand.com/news_and_events/display_news.asp?id=14&amp;guid=%7B360028DE%2D2944%2D4796%2DB10B%2D3B8BA8D9768D%7D</guid><link>http://www.merlinsmagicwand.com/news_and_events/display_news.asp?id=14</link><pubDate>3rd June 2010</pubDate></item><item><title>"Become a Fan" of Merlin's Magic Wand Charity on Facebook</title><description><![CDATA[<p>As part of our fantastic re-brand and launch of our new outreach initiative Merlin's Magic Wand is now on Facebook. Click on the link below to "become a fan" and support the charity. The page will provide updates on fundraisers, charity news and the children we help as well as...</p>]]></description><guid>http://www.merlinsmagicwand.com/news_and_events/display_news.asp?id=13&amp;guid=%7B551B235E%2DAB24%2D410D%2DB399%2D1CB156E9F907%7D</guid><link>http://www.merlinsmagicwand.com/news_and_events/display_news.asp?id=13</link><pubDate>10th May 2010</pubDate></item><item><title>Merlin's Magic Wand's Magical 2009</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Merlin's Magic Wand had a fabulous 2009, seeing major growth in the number of awards and tickets it gave to seriously ill, disabled and disadvantaged children. Since the charity's launch more than 21,000 deserving children, their families and carers have now had memorable days out thanks to Merlin's Magic Wand...</p>]]></description><guid>http://www.merlinsmagicwand.com/news_and_events/display_news.asp?id=9&amp;guid=%7BCFC318D5%2DA28A%2D4C48%2D864A%2D5612F8E8C196%7D</guid><link>http://www.merlinsmagicwand.com/news_and_events/display_news.asp?id=9</link><pubDate>15th February 2010</pubDate></item><item><title>Amazing Charity Auction at Madame Tussauds London</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Madame Tussauds London has been announced as the location for the first Merlin's Magic Wand Ball and AuctionOn October 15th 2009 a glamorous and glittering evening will raise money for Merlin's Magic Wand. Experience a fabulous dinner in the amazing surroundings of&nbsp;Madame Tussauds, who knows who you could&nbsp;be sitting next...</p>]]></description><guid>http://www.merlinsmagicwand.com/news_and_events/display_news.asp?id=6&amp;guid=%7BA8CA82CE%2D1A94%2D46D2%2D910E%2DAC8DE045ADCD%7D</guid><link>http://www.merlinsmagicwand.com/news_and_events/display_news.asp?id=6</link><pubDate>15th October 2009</pubDate></item><item><title>Donatesomeback - new fundraising collaboration</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Merlin’s Magic Wand has teamed up with Donatesomeback, a brand new insurance website &nbsp; We all need Car Insurance and Home Insurance, buying yours through Donatesomeback means they will donate up to £25 to Merlin’s Magic Wand both now and each time you renew. &nbsp; For July they have chosen...</p>]]></description><guid>http://www.merlinsmagicwand.com/news_and_events/display_news.asp?id=5&amp;guid=%7BB8C0D86D%2DB3DA%2D4578%2D9392%2D998CE0F0D048%7D</guid><link>http://www.merlinsmagicwand.com/news_and_events/display_news.asp?id=5</link><pubDate>30th June 2009</pubDate></item><item><title>Creating 'Magical Experiences' For Needy Children</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Merlin’s Magic Wand has been set up by the Merlin Entertainments Group (“Merlin”) to provide magical experiences for children who are seriously ill, disabled or disadvantaged and who might not otherwise be able to attend one of its attractions. It is one of the focal points of the Group’s social...</p>]]></description><guid>http://www.merlinsmagicwand.com/news_and_events/display_news.asp?id=1&amp;guid=%7B3228818D%2DE759%2D4497%2DAF9F%2D7C67D555629F%7D</guid><link>http://www.merlinsmagicwand.com/news_and_events/display_news.asp?id=1</link><pubDate>29th August 2008</pubDate></item></channel></rss>