LOT 1
BOX AT THE O2 TO SEE JEFF LYNNE’S ELO
Exclusive Use of the Sir Robert McAlpine Box at the O2 for 18 to see Jeff Lynne’s ELO on Friday 22nd April 2016
Donated by Sir Robert McAlpine Ltd
LOT 2
AFTERNOON TEA FOR FOUR IN THE PROMENADE AT THE DORCHESTER
Donated by The Dorchester
LOT 3
THE WINTER’S TALE
2 tickets for Friday 8 January 2016 plus glass of champagne with Dame Judi Dench in her dressing room afterwards
Donated by Dame Judi Dench
LOT 4
A FOUR-NIGHT BREAK IN NORTHERN SPAIN
Two nights in San Sebastian staying at the 5-star Hotel Maria Cristina in a Premium Room, including buffet breakfast and a Pintxos passport (offering the opportunity to enjoy six sets of Pintxos – Basque tapas – with glasses of wine at some of the city’s famous Pintxos bars). Two nights in Elciego, in the nearby wine region, at the 5-star Hotel Marqués de Riscal staying in a Grand Deluxe Room with buffet breakfast and complimentary access to the Vinothérapie Caualíe Spa’s swimming pool, fitness centre, jacuzzi and hamman. A guided tour of the Marqués de Riscal winery with two wine tastings. (Flights and transfers not included).
Donated by Starwood Hotels
LOT 5
PRIVATE TOUR OF THE SUPREME COURT
An exclusive private tour of the UK’s Supreme Court for
up to 6 people conducted by Lord Wilson, one of its justices,
at a date and time of your choosing
Donated by Lord Wilson of Culworth PC
LOT 6
THREE LUXURY SCENTED CANDLES
A luxurious set of three scented candles
created by waxsmiths Wick & Tallow,
evoking the following sublime fragrances:
Cedarwood & Juniper
Lavender & Ginger
White Fig & Vanilla
More information on Wick & Tallow’s website: here
Donated by Wick & Tallow
LOT 7
CELEBRITY AUTOGRAPHED CHAMPAGNE
A magnum of Ruinart Brut champagne, personally autographed by all the readers of The Story of Christmas
Donated by The Story of Christmas
LOT 8
A PRIVATE FLIGHT
A private flight for two for around one hour
in a light aircraft from London Elstree Aerodrome
(route to be agreed with the winning bidder)
Donated by Ian Womack
LOT 9
A COUNTRYSIDE BREAK IN SUSSEX
A two night stay for two
at The Bell Inn in Ticehurst
and an award-winning dinner at The Bell on one of the nights
(Have a look at The Bell Inn website: here)
Donated by Richard & Rosalind Upton
LOT 10
AN AFTERNOON AT RADLEY FARM
A visit for all the family to Radley Farm in Berkshire, the home of Trevor & Elizabeth Gore, in March/April 2016 to observe the lambing. Children can bottle-feed the lambs and may well see the birth of newborn lambs. The visit includes a trip to see cows, calves, pigs and other animals and concludes with afternoon tea in the farmhouse with Trevor and Elizabeth.
Donated by Trevor & Elizabeth Gore
LOT 11
A ROUND OF GOLF AT SUNNINGDALE
A round of golf for three with Nick Howe at Sunningdale Golf Club in Berkshire. The old course opened in 1901 and was laid out by Willy Park Junior. Virtually every hole is played in splendid and beautiful isolation in harmony with nature. No wonder it is considered the most beloved inland course in the British Isles.
Donated by Nick Howe
LOT 12
WORK EXPERIENCE AT KNIGHT FRANK
Two weeks work experience with the world’s leading independent real estate consultancy, Knight Frank LLP. The time will be split between the firm’s global HQ at 55 Baker Street and their city of London office in Basinghall Street. Experience will include working with the capital markets, leasing and asset management teams.
Donated by Knight Frank LLP
LOT 13
A CHAUFFEUR-DRIVEN EVENING AT THE THEATRE
Two theatre tickets to see your West End performance of choice and transport for the evening provided by Knight Frank’s company car and chauffeur
Donated by Knight Frank LLP
LOT 14
1 WEEK AT HILL QUAY, ASHPRINGTON, ON BOW CREEK, A TIDAL INLET OF THE RIVER DART
Hill Quay is a beautiful extended former gamekeeper’s cottage with 4 double bedrooms, a bathroom and shower room each with WC and has 300 yards of river frontage with moorings (dinghy provided). School holidays and June are excluded, no pets allowed.
Hill Quay was Number 7 in the this year’s Sunday Times “Best Cottages in the UK”
More information on the cottage’s website: here
Donated by Peter & Elizabeth Mantle
LOT 15
STUNNING 3 DOUBLE BEDROOM VILLA ON GREEK ISLAND
A week’s holiday in a stunning 10-bed villa on the small Greek island of Kastellorizo. The villa is situated on the hillside, offering spectacular views and is just a short walk down to the waterfront tavernas. The villa sleeps 8 -10 and comprises three double bedrooms, each with their own bathroom and balcony, plus a children’s room with two bunk beds. This lot is for accommodation only. Not available in school holidays or 3rd – 11th June.
Donated by an Anonymous Donor
LOT 16
ULTIMATE CHAMPAGNE TWINS
2 Jeroboams (4 bottles each) of Ruinart Blanc de Blancs Champagne
Donated by LVMH & Andreas Antona
LOT 17
TWO TICKETS TO THE TEST MATCH ENGLAND v PAKISTAN
Two tickets to the Test Match
England v Pakistan (Second Day) at The Oval
Friday, 12 August, 2016
Donated by The Rt Hon Sir John Major KG CH
LOT 18
UN PETIT SEJOUR EN FRANCE
A long weekend stay (Friday to Monday inclusive) at Villa les Oiseaux in Menton, a short drive from Nice. A two bedroom house with panoramic sea views which sleeps four set in the gardens of Villa Cyrnos, 500 yards from the Mediterranean and in the heart of one of France’s prettiest seaside towns. The accommodation comprises two twin bedrooms, a large bathroom, 2nd WC, sitting room, modern kitchen and swimming pool.
Dates to be mutually agreed. This lot is for accommodation only.
Donated by Julian Barwick of u+i
LOT 19
CHRISTMAS WITH ALED JONES
Two tickets to see “Christmas with Aled Jones” on Tuesday 22 December 2015 at the Royal Albert Hall, with The Bach Choir and the London Concert Orchestra & drinks with Aled after the show in his dressing room. More information about the show here.
Donated by Aled Jones
LOT 20
A DAY’S YACHTING
A day of energetic, very fast and exhilarating sailing onboard a Volvo 70 ocean race yacht. The yacht was formerly Telefonica Black and raced in the 2008 Volvo Ocean Race. The Volvo Ocean Race is the most extreme crewed offshore race in the world. The skipper is Steve White, a successful solo round the world sailor, who finished 8th in the 2008 Vendee Globe. All food, safety and foul weather gear provided. The yacht is based in Portland, easily reached in a day by direct train from Waterloo. You will be sailing within 15 minutes of leaving the dock. Minimum 4 and maximum 10 guests.
Donated by an Anonymous Donor
LOT 21
JAZZ DINNER FOR TWO AT THE WELLESLEY
Discover contemporary luxury and traditional glamour in the heart of London at The Wellesley Hotel in Knightsbridge. Live at The Wellesley presents a classic evening of live music and fine dining, two of life’s perfectly matched pleasures. Enjoy live music alongside a five course tasting menu, and a glass of champagne for two people.
Donated by The Wellesley
LOT 22
HARLEQUINS: THE ULTIMATE PACKAGE
A large Adidas Harlequins Shirt signed by 35 members of Harlequins team & 6 tickets to Harlequins v. Saracens match at Twickenham on Saturday 9 January 2016. This is a mighty clash of two London rugby giants – amongst the most eagerly anticipated games of the Aviva Premiership and one already in high demand. With both teams performing this season at the top of the league, this match will be one which could decide fortunes for both as the competition accelerates towards the final.
Donated by The Harlequins
LOT 23
AUTOGRAPHED BOXING GLOVES
A pair of Lonsdale London boxing gloves, both signed by Barry McGuigan.
Donated by Barry McGuigan
LOT 24
AUTOGRAPHED CRICKET BAT
An England Cricket Bat from the England v New Zealand Test Series 2015 signed by: Alastair Cook, Moeen Ali, James Anderson, Gary Balance, Ian Bell, Stuart Broad, Jos Buttler, Chris Jordan, Adam Lyth, Joe Root, Ben Stokes, Mark Wood.
Donated by The Children’s Trust
LOT 25
TRAFALGAR NIGHT DINNER ON HMS PRESIDENT
The opportunity for two people to experience the annual Trafalgar Night Dinner. Join the Commanding Officer and Officers of HMS President, London’s Royal Navy Reserve Unit, as VIP guests on 21st October 2016 for a fantastic silver-service traditional Naval Mess Dinner to commemorate the 211th anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar. You will be warmly welcomed to the Wardroom by the Mess President and over 100 Officers of the Royal Navy Reserve, plus fellow distinguished VIP guests, for a fun-filled evening of fine dining, live music and sea shanties. Situated on the north shore of the Thames, East of Tower Bridge, the HMS President boasts an unparalleled panoramic river view and the evening is sure to be a memorable and unique experience with a great atmosphere. There will be a champagne reception, followed by a 3-course dinner with a VIP guest speaker.
Donated by HMS President
LOT 26
FLY FISHING ON THE RIVER TEST
A day for two rods fly fishing for trout and the occasional salmon on a private beat of the renowned River Test in Hampshire. Date to be arranged in the 2016 season.
Donated by Bill Siegle
LOT 27
THE MAGIC OF VIENNA
A two-night stay for two people in at the 5-star Hotel Bristol in Vienna, staying in a Bristol Suite with buffet breakfast included.
Donated by Starwood Hotels
LOT 28
PRIVATE TOUR OF MAYFAIR’S ART GALLERIES & LUNCH
An exclusive opportunity for you and 3 guests to attend a private tour of Mayfair’s art galleries and collections with world famous dealer Eskenazi. The tour will begin at the famous contemporary gallery Marlborough, followed by two other galleries. Prize winners can expect to learn about ancient Indian and Japanese works of art, followed by lunch for all guests at Browns Hotel. (Tour date to be arranged in the next 6 months. Lunch venue is subject to dietary requirements of guests and availability. Tour route can be tailored to guests’ interests prior to tour).
Donated by Place2Be
LOT 29
WORK EXPERIENCE AT TAYLOR HOWES
Learn the ‘in’s and outs’ of interior design with a week’s work experience at the award winning luxury interior design company Taylor Howes Design in Knightsbridge. Work with an award winning interior design team in this internationally acclaimed business. Ranging from private residences and family homes to boutique hotels and luxury show apartments, you will be able to gain invaluable advice from a group of talented and innovative designers. For over 18’s only, dates subject to availability.
Donated by Andrew and Karen Howes
LOT 30
A ROMANTIC BREAK IN PARIS
A two-night stay including breakfast at the 5-star Hotel Prince de Galles in Paris (Winner of the 2014 “Best Bathrooms in Europe” award).
Donated by Starwood Hotels
LOT 31
A HAMPER OF LINDT CHOCOLATES
Donated by Lindt
LOT 32
“LOST IN THE UNDERGROUND”
A framed photograph by Pascal Barker (photographic fine art print on C-Type photographic paper, matt finish), signed by the artist (on the reverse) from a limited edition of 25 (29 x 29cm).
Donated by Beautiful Crime
LOT 33
TICKETS TO TWICKENHAM
Two tickets for Feb 27th England vs Ireland at Twickenham (M46 row 60, 223/224).
Donated by Place2Be
LOT 34
“THE MASTER BUILDER” AT THE OLD VIC
Two tickets to the Special Guest Night performance of “The Master Builder” at the Old Vic starring Ralph Fiennes on 1 February 2016.
Donated by The Old Vic
LOT 35
FLORAL ARRANGEMENT
A delightful festive table centre from London florist Sweet Pea Flowers to adorn your Christmas table. This large centrepiece is made from choice seasonal English foliage such as berried ivy, pines and ferns and is full of blowsy red roses, anemones, tulips and berries.
Donated by Sweet Pea Flowers
