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    Classic FM's Big Night Out

    1. Classic FM's Big Night out

      1. Laurence and Howard

      To celebrate our twentieth birthday year, we had a little soiree with some very close friends.

    2. Classic FM's Big Night out

      2. John and David

      Held in London, it was a rare occasion where staff and presenters could all gather for a good old natter.

    3. Classic FM's Big Night out

      3. Alan Titchmarsh

      Here, Alan enjoys a tipple with one of our guests.

    4. Classic FM's big night out

      4. Classic FM's big night out

      Jamie Crick and Alex James entertain friends.

    5. Classic FM's Big Night out

      5. Charlie Siem

      We were also very privileged to have some wonderful performers entertain us. Violinist Charlie Siem was utterly captivating.

    6. Classic FM's Big Night out

      6. Myleene Klass and Stephen Miron

      Myleene Klass and Stephen Miron, Group CEO of our parent company Global Radio, were also in attendance.

    7. Classic FM's Big Night out

      7. Nicholas Owen

      Nicholas Owen entertaining a few of his guests on the night.

    8. Classic FM's Big Night out

      8. Craig Ogden

      The sublime Craig Ogden wowed the crowed with his guitar playing.

    9. Classic FM's Big Night out

      9. Alex James

      Alex was also on hand to offer advice on classical music, not to mention cheese, at the event.

    10. Classic FM's Big Night out

      10. Alex James

      Everyone took away a sample of Alex's cheese at the end of the night too.

    11. Classic FM's Big Night out

      11. Laura Wright

      Laura Wright also performed on the night. Once again, she was mesmerising.

    12. Classic FM's Big Night out

      12. A beautiful evening

      A beautiful evening with some wonderful food, a great setting and excellent company. And we'll be planning more events throughout our birthday year too!

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