Week in a lovely house with private swimming pool and garden in Custoza, near Verona, Italy for 4 people last week of August or first week of September 2015. The house is situated in a small hamlet but 15 minutes walk from well supplied local baker/grocer, bank, chemist and bar. There are many local restaurants and trattorias, several within walking distance.
The house a comfortable sitting room with large leather sofa and fireplace and the garden has a dining table and large sunshade, weber barbeque, table tennis etc. There are 2 double rooms, one with ensuite bathroom, and one separate bathroom. A further small double bedroom would share this bathroom if occupied.
It's a great location for walking, visiting Venice (1.15 hrs away), Lake Garda, not to mention Verona and the amazing open air opera in the Arena. Wine-tasting, opera tickets, bookings in good local trattorias etc can be arranged if given reasonable notice.
Available either last week in August or first week in September 2015. Flights not included.

A two hour polo lesson for two people, at Lytchett Heath Polo Club near Poole, with an experienced polo coach. A great chance for beginners or the more advanced player to be coached on beautifully trained ponies. All polo equipment can be provided, and lessons run from May to September 2015 - date and time to be agreed.

The house is situated in the beautiful Balkan Mountains about a two hour drive from Sofia. There are many attractions nearby including Troyan Monastery (one of the main monasteries in Bulgaria) and Veliko Turnovo (the old capital of Bulgaria).
However, the main attraction is the peace and tranquillity of the mountains and countryside around, there is fantastic walking straight from the property. The birds, flora and fauna are absolutely amazing.
The property consists of two separate cottages. The main house has a large sitting/dining/kitchen with open fire and door onto balcony, two double bedrooms and two bathrooms. The secondary cottage has three double bedrooms and a bathroom, all situated within a large area of orchard with fabulous views. Travel not included, but flights to Sofia are numerous and very reasonably priced.

A morning with racehorse trainer Neil Mulholland followed by a champagne breakfast for four people.

Neil Mulholland is one of the leading young National Hunt trainers in the UK having had a very successful start to the 2014/15 season. He is based in the idyllic surroundings of Conkwell Grange south of Bath with approximately 50 horses currently in training. The lot is for a party of four people to spend time with Neil touring the yard and extensive training facilities and to accompany him to watch a selection of horses working at morning exercise. Following this they will be treated to a champagne breakfast in the private Owners suite at the yard. The date of the visit is to be agreed with Neil and is to take place during the current National Hunt racing season.

Spend a week at lovely Poocks Cottage in the heart of Lorna Doone Country on Exmoor. Direct access to the moors, and one valley away from the coast and the North Devon coast path. Wonderful walking country. Sleeps 5 in 3 rooms. Well behaved dogs welcome. Escape from the modern world and truly wind down.
To be taken at time of choosing during the next year to fit in with owner's availability. Bidder to make own travel arrangements.

A week’s work experience with one of the country’s leading barristers. The directories rate Jonathan Laidlaw QC as one of the “star silks”, say that he is “an extraordinarily able advocate with great style who can deal with the most difficult cases with the greatest of ease” and that he has “lethal cross-examination skills and a mean way with closing speeches”. He recently successfully defended Rebekah Brooks in the phone-hacking case.

Have an unforgettable ski holiday at Chalet Candamo, a luxurious 5 bedroom chalet for 10 people in the centre of Murren in the heart of the Berner Oberland, Switzerland. A fabulous location, next to the Allmendhubel Funicular railway and village nursery slope, and near to the ski-hire shop, bank and supermarket.
The Chalet was completely refurbished in 2010 to offer accommodation of a high standard, and stylishly decorated with historic alpine touches. There are 5 good double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 shower rooms all with WC. Also TV computer room which can be cook’s bedroom. Hungarian goose down duvets, satellite TV and Wi-Fi.
The splendid Living and Dining area which is on the top floor is open to the eaves, with a balcony facing a stunning view of the Eiger and Jungfrau. The oak dining table seats 10, and a log fire and 3 comfortable sofas make it a great place to relax. Well equipped kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine. Ski room with heated boot racks. Week to be taken in the winter or summer season before 14/04/2019.

La Vieille Maison is a charming ancient mellowed stone Mas, with its origins dating back to around 1450, in the medieval village of Cabrières d’Avignon, just east of Avignon in the Luberon.

The fabulous Apartment Cecilia has a large living area and double bedroom with full en suite bathroom. Fully equipped kitchen, and washing machine. Linen supplied. There is a swimming pool, and plenty of sun beds with white towelling mattresses. Beautiful tranquil garden.
Only 2 minutes walk from the boulangerie, small general store and butcher, with the countryside directly behind the house. It is truly a very peaceful location. Guests return time and time again !

Week to be taken from Saturday, May 2nd until Saturday, September 19, 2015, working on a Saturday to Saturday basis. Flights not included.
Around 30 minutes from the airport and an hour from Marseille airport. Flybe does weekly flights at the moment from Southampton to Avignon.
Another 4 person apartment could possibly be rented at the same time, see link below.
http://www.vieille-maison-provence.com

Two consecutive day's fishing for two rods on the Junction Beat of the River Torridge in Devon. The photo shows a 25lb salmon caught near this beat by Anthony Daniel in 2013. Dates can be taken at any time of the season (1st March – 30th September 2015) but the beat fishes best towards the end of the season (July onwards) and, as ever with salmon rivers, entirely dependent upon rain/water. Given the right conditions the beat can produce both salmon & seatrout.
It is suggested the any rods that take this lot stay at the Half Moon Inn in Sheepwash (not included) where the fishing manager, Charles Inniss, knows the beat well and will provide directions, maps and advice.

Chalet Le Raccard is just one hour’s drive from Geneva in the charming village of Les Gets, which connects to the massive Porte de Soleil covering France and Switzerland.
This cosy, traditional chalet was beautifully renovated five years ago. The chalet has stunning views across the mountain with a big south facing balcony. The chalet sleeps 10 in accommodation comprising 1 double room, 2 twin rooms, a bunk room for 4, with 3 bathrooms.
To be arranged at a mutually convenient date with the owner during the 2014/15 ski season, or the summer.

Set in rolling Dorset countryside and with wonderful far reaching views, this cosy Shepherds Hut comes complete with pot belly stove for heating and cooking, a double bed, soft seating, sink, and BBQ area. How much more romantic can you get?
As well as being a beautiful place to relax there are wonderful footpaths taking you into Cranborne Chase and riding can be organised by arrangement.

A six bottle case of Langham Estate Classic Cuvee delivered to your door.

This delicious sparkling wine is made in Dorset, on southern chalk slopes similar to those found in the Champagne region of France. This wine is a blend of three classic Champagne grape varieties, Pinot Noir, Meunier and Chardonnay. Aged for two years in the bottle, this wine has the hallmark of a classic. Delicious now or add to your cellar for it to mature further.
Langham Wines has generously sponsored the dinner by offering a discount to GWD dinner hosts, so you may find yourself enjoying a glass before dinner!
http://www.langhamwine.co.uk

A unique opportunity for your son or daughter to gain invaluable experience in the events industry with a week's internship at Bentleys Entertainments, in south west London. Owned and run by Peregrine Armstrong Jones is Bentleys is second to none in the high octane, exciting world of weddings and parties.

This could be the beginning of the 'new you'. Matt Benjamin is a fully-qualified Personal Trainer with 8 year's experience. He is offering 1 on 1 training in relaxed surroundings in a gym in Dorchester. Two one-hour sessions for one person, to be taken before March 2015.

Loan of Magpie, a 9 year old, bombproof 16.2 Irish Sports Horse for a day's hunting with the Cattistock Hunt, Dorset during 2014/15 Season. Date to be agreed. Includes Cap.

Overlooking it's own swimming pool, Miami skyline and marina, this fabulous apartment is next to the vibrant Miami South Beach, with great shopping, nightlife and restaurants. Dining/sitting room, kitchen, 3 double rooms, en suite. Great for children. AC, wifi, cable tv, 4 bikes, golf cart. Housekeeper & cleaner can be arranged. Date to be agreed. February half term is available. http://www.fisherislandclub.com

An exceptional day’s simulated shooting for up to 16 guns, run along very similar lines to a driven game shoot day. The Buckholt hospitality is legendary and was featured in the May edition of Shooting Gazette. Start the day at 9am with breakfast at the splendid Buckholt House, West Tytherley, near Salisbury, then elevenses, and an excellent shoot lunch. Finish about 4pm with a full tea, followed by drinks. Date to be agreed between April and September 2015.

This Dorset Cereals hamper contains a delicious selection of luxury muesli, granola and porridges with Dorset Cereals very own breakfast cook book. Also a Dorset Cereals apron and 2 Dorset Cereals mugs, to help you serve up the perfect breakfast.

A rare chance to have a day’s landscape painting tuition in oils with Charles Church in Dorset. Charles is an internationally renowned painter of horses, landscapes and country life.
One of the photos of the paintings shown is of the Mull Holiday house Lot, and another of him painting on the beach shown in that Lot. Other photos show some of his landscape paintings.
Materials provided.
Date and venue to be arranged with the artist.

A day's Hunting in and around the stunning countryside of the Chalke Valley in the Cranborne Chase, as guest of Russell Lucas Rowe MFH, joint master of The Wilton Hunt, raconteur and bon viveur! Slap-up supper the night before with Russell and Lucy at Newfield Farm, Pimperne, with fine accommodation provided.
One easy-going horse can be provided as part of this lot but you are welcome to bring another if you are coming as a couple. Cap for 1, rest for 2.
Date by arrangement during 2014/15 season.

The Road to Rome, illustrated talk for charity or group of your choice, by Harry Bucknall, author of Like a Tramp Like a Pilgrim. Also 2 signed copies of the book.

45 minute illustrated talk filled with anecdote, history and mishap, as Harry Bucknall relates the tale of his 1,411 mile walk from London to Rome through England, France, Switzerland and Italy, as told in his critically acclaimed new book, Like a Tramp, Like a Pilgrim. Watching in disbelief as his computer was struck by lightning in 2007, Harry Bucknall had no idea that the subsequent trail of events would lead him to Rome – five years later on foot.
Harry was interviewed about his book on Radio 4's Saturday Live recently.

“From his first words to last, Harry was a simply terrific speaker – deeply informative and witty in turn; the pace never faltered. Readings from his book on the pilgrimage to Rome were given with an engaging vivacity and his modesty and self-deprecation were so endearing. Harry is a total star” - Caroline Austin, Oxford
(Speaker’s travel expenses to be paid if more than 20 miles from Blandford)

This luxurious Chalet Apartment is in the centre of Klosters village. Perfect for keen skiers or a fabulous summer alpine holiday.
Eight people to stay in the comfortable accommodation comprising 3 double rooms, and a bunk room, 3 bathrooms (2 ensuite) + WC. Hi speed internet, TV - BBC World, CNN. DVD player. Maid service included.
To be taken at a mutually convenient date in 2015 (Christmas & New Year excluded).

Spend an evening with The Right Reverent Dr Graham Kings, Bishop of Sherborne. Graham is offering a convivial dinner for 4 people at his home in Iwerne Minster, nr Blandford where you will be treated to a delicious meal, and an evening of lively and interesting conversation. Date to be agreed.

Michael Blyth is known for his incredibly relaxed and natural photographic portraits and is offering his normal 2-3 hour session at a venue of your choice, whether on the beach, your yacht or at home – more or less anywhere is fine. Here is a fabulous opportunity to capture memories of you and your children as you are now. The Lot includes a 12 x 18” image in a handmade oak frame, to be chosen at your viewing which will take place a couple of weeks after your photo-session. You will be offered a wide range of images which you may purchase and will be presented either in handmade frames or wonderful albums.
“Tomorrow is too late to capture today” is one of those rather obvious comments, yet so many people spend years talking of having portraits of the children before they grow up but never actually motivating themselves before it’s too late - here is your chance!

A great read for yourself, and a couple of Christmas presents!

Watching in disbelief as his computer was struck by lightning in 2007, Harry Bucknall had no idea that the subsequent trail of events would lead him to Rome – five years later on foot.

Following the Via Francigena, the ancient pilgrim path that dates back nearly two thousand years, Harry Bucknall walks through England, France, Switzerland, and Italy weaving a historical tapestry liberally coloured with tales of angels and saints, emperors, and kings and war and revolution. He uncovers a little known route that leads him through vineyards and villages, towns and cities and over rivers and mountains to the heart of the Eternal City, Saint Peter’s Basilica.

Described by John Julius Norwich as one of the happiest books he had read for a very long time, Like A Tramp, Like A Pilgrim (Published by Bloomsbury, July 2014) is a joyous journey of Elizabethan proportion filled with anecdote, adventure and mishap as Harry encounters the changing faces of a landscape suffused with history; yet his journey is perhaps most enriched by the extraordinary stories of
those he meets — fellow pilgrims and locals alike — along the way.

“A wonderful book” Martin Sheen, Hollywood, USA

Dinner or lunch for 4 people at the award winning Cricketers Pub in the lovely village of Shroton, nr Blandford, Dorset. Take a bracing walk to the top of Hambledon Hill, an ancient Roman hill fort. Descend past the most picturesque cricket pitch in Dorset to feast on local produce at The Cricketers pub in this friendly village. Meal for 4 people (drinks not included) to be taken before October 4th 2015 .

The Meisterstuck Classique in deep black precious resin, with gold plated details and surmounted by the white star emblem, evolve into a distinctive design icon of the Mont Blanc Ballpoint Pen range.

Racing and Lunch for 2 in the Racecourse Directors’ Room at Wincanton Races in the 2014/15 season, to include a behind-the-scenes tour of the facilities, trip to the start and viewing from the premier panoramic room. (Excludes Boxing Day)

ARDVERGNISH is a family holiday house on the beautiful Isle of Mull off the west coast of Scotland. Visit the spiritual Isle of Iona, colourful Tobermory harbour, climb mountains and go to stunning white sand beaches. There is a fabulous natural swimming pool in the burn behind the house, with a waterfall to slide down. Mull is famous for its amazing wildlife, including otters, red deer, golden and sea eagles, dolphins, basking sharks, puffins, gannets, and wild goats.
Fishing on a small spate river included.
The main house sleeps 9, with another 9 beds in an adjoining annexe (4 bedrooms and a bathroom in each, plus 1 shower room) . Date to be arranged in 2015, subject to availability. Take the Caledonian Macbrayne ferry from Oban or Lochaline. Travel not included.

A day for one gun in a team of nine for a 200 bird partridge and pheasant day at Chalk Pyt Farm near Broadchalke, in spectacular Wiltshire shooting country. Lunch, tea and other refreshments for two included. A weekday in December or January by arrangement.

A chance for 4 people to spend the day at the wonderful Abbotsbury sub-tropical Gardens and visit the unique Swannery. Lunch will be provided in the Colonial Restaurant, with a choice from the Chef’s Specials, Light Snacks or Salads menus, Cake and Coffee. (Alcoholic drinks not included).
To be taken before October 2015

A morning or afternoon at Luccombe Leisure centre, near Milton Abbas, Dorset, for a family or small group (6). Activities include swimming in an indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, gym, games room with table tennis, animals. Morning coffee or afternoon tea included. Date to be arranged between now and the end of June. See link for more info.
http://www.luccombeholidays.co.uk

A boundary days shooting at Sydling Estate . A day for 6 guns shooting mainly pheasant, with possibly a few partridge, duck, and woodcock, approximately 40-50 birds.
Sydling is a well known private shoot set in organic chalk valleys. The day will cover copses and woods, a small drive or 2, plus river meadow and ponds. Coffee to start, elevenses, and a lunch at the end of the day included. Sydling was included in The Field ‘Top 50 Shooting Estates’
To be arranged by mutual agreement in January 2015.

A shoot boundary day (60/80 birds) on the beautiful Mapperton Estate, near Beaminster. Six Guns to take part in a relaxed day that is partly driven, partly walked up. Lunch and tea provided.
Well behaved dogs welcome. On a mutually agreed date during the 2014/2015 season.

An end of season (January) Family Shoot day at Newfield Farm, Pimperne, Blandford, Dorset, for 8 Guns. (Adults and youngsters may share a peg).
Mixed bag of approximately 50 birds but with no limit.
Beautiful rolling Dorset countryside.
Lunch and tea provided in beautiful Shoot barn. Date by arrangement.

The winning bid will give 2 families from the hospices the chance to enjoy a day out on “Running Bear” – a 40’ Windy Bora motor cruiser.
What a wonderful opportunity this will be for siblings, families and/or children using Julia’s/Naomi House to have this unique experience. These families face difficult challenges every hour of every day, with leisure time at a premium. Your generosity will give them the chance to have some time out and enjoy the freedom of the waves, which is something very special.

Alcedo of Ryme is a privately owned 56 foot ‘one off’ Bermudan Cutter presently on her way around the world with her owners David and Sally Batten. They are offering something which money cannot normally buy – one week for two people hosted by them at one of their ‘stop offs’, with some gentle cruising, somewhere between Trinidad and New York such as The Grenadines, St. Lucia, BVI. Cuba or Bahamas. This is an adventure which started from Weymouth in May 2013 since then they have crossed The Bay of Biscay and The Atlantic and spent last winter cruising the Southern Caribbean. She is a fast, dry and extremely comfortable state of the art yacht built in 2012/13.

A mutually convenient week to be arranged with the owners and to be taken between March and July 2015 – the weather should be great at this time of year. Flights not included.
Follow their blog - http://www.blog.mailasail.com/Alcedo

A wonderful opportunity for a group of six rods to take a day's trout fishing on the River Nadder. Exclusive double-bank chalkstream fishing on the beautiful Hurdcott Estate Beat, with use of their fine fishing lodge for you to relax during the day. Date to be arranged during the 2015 season.

A week in a 2-bedroom apartment in the village of Le Tour, in the Chamonix Valley which happily sleeps a family of 4 to 6 people. The building is 100m from the bottom of the baby slopes, and if there is enough snow, it is possible to ski right to the front door! The flat can be taken any time in the forthcoming year for a week, including school holidays.

This Dorset Cereals hamper contains a delicious selection of luxury muesli, granola and porridges with Dorset Cereals very own breakfast cook book. Also a Dorset Cereals apron and 2 Dorset Cereals mugs, to help you serve up the perfect breakfast.

A limited edition original photographic print of the Maunsell Forts (about 4 feet across) by photographer Gary Bryan. The Maunsell Forts are small fortified towers that were built in the Thames and Mersey estuaries during the Second World War to help defend the United Kingdom. They were operated as army and navy forts, and named after their designer, Guy Maunsell. They are still there!

THIS VALUABLE PHOTOGRAPH is a collector's item and is mounted, ready for hanging.
Gary Bryan assisted Terrance Donovan for five years, he opened a studio and was determined to create a style that was original. He did the opposite of what the crowd were doing; whilst everyone was using soft light, he bought some old film lights and began to develop hard shadows. His major influences were and remain Irving Penn and Guy Bourdin.
To see more work - http://www.productionparadise.com/member/london/gary-bryan-photography.html

Antony Brown of Everley Briar gundogs has been training gundogs for the shooting field and field trialing for the last 18 years. This is an opportunity for some expert advice before the season gets going, for handler and dog. Ideally the dog should be aged between 8 to 24 months. Antony is offering 3 x hourly lessons on the Ranston Estate, near Blandford, which is renowned for it’s high quality shooting, where Tony. To be taken by October 2015 by arrangement.

Matt Benjamin is a fully-qualified Personal Trainer with 8 year's experience. If you are too shy to go on your own, he is offering training in relaxed surroundings in a gym in Dorchester for you and a friend/partner. 2 hour-long sessions for 2 people, to be taken before March 2015.

Two couples will be personal house guests of David and Kate Kenyon in beautiful Crowcombe Court, West Somerset on Friday 23rd January 2015.
BUT this lot also includes four Guest tickets to the Quantock Staghounds Hunt Ball being held that night at Crowcombe Court with dinner, wine and all drinks included on the Kenyons own table and (If there is time for sleeping) four poster bedrooms! A day's Hunting the following day, Saturday, with a local Pack (TBC)
Not for the faint-hearted!
Bidders Horses stabled by arrangement or hirelings found but not included.

Two guns to share an evening on a flight pond in the first half of January 2015. Location is Hurn (east Dorset). Date to be agreed. No prediction can be made of bag! It might be exceptional or it might be a washout. It is highly weather/season dependent. A cold dry winter is best, flooding is less good! Main species will be teal or mallard depending on the weather. Also chance of wigeon or gadwall. The ponds are fed daily by the keeper.

Full pheasant & partridge driven day for a team of 8 guns (gents or ladies) at Lulworth, on Wednesday 28th January 2015. 100+ birds. High and fast on a windy day, but very shootable. You will shoot the best drives with most birds, on the last driven day of the season. Bacon sandwiches & coffee, lunch & tea all included.

A day's fishing for two rods on the Middleton Water of the Upper Test. Upstream dry fly fishing in gin-clear water, with wading and nymphing also allowed. Two brace of trout over 14" may be retained. Keeper available to show water, but no dogs allowed. Must be taken after June weedcut and before September 30th, 2015.

Enjoy a family lunch in our Topiary Restaurant followed by a stroll around the beautiful Grade 1 listed Athelhampton House and Gardens.
Freshly prepared, locally sourced Carvery Buffet with a selection of Roast Meats, a wide range of vegetables and vegetarian options, followed by a choice of puddings from our menu.
Includes a bottle of House Wine.
Open every Sunday throughout the year. Please book your table in advance.

A shooting lesson for two people with expert shooting teacher Justin Frampton, in conjunction with Conyers Gunsmiths, at their shooting ground near Blandford, Dorset. Inclusive of cartridges and clays, and use of a gun if needed. This can be for novices or experienced shots who wish to brush up on their skills - maybe having bought one of the excellent shooting Lots in this auction! To be taken before October 2015.
http://www.conyers.biz

Premium Hands On Day for 2 people with Celebrity Chef Lesley Waters at the Lesley Waters Cookery School in Halstock, Dorset.
This fantastic Lot gives an opportunity to get individual and up close guidance from experienced and professional celebrity chef, Lesley Waters. The lucky bidders will spend the day at the cookery school.

Well known for her regular television appearances on Ready Steady Cook, Great Food Live and This Morning, Lesley is also a former Head Tutor of Leith's School of Food & Wine, author of several Cookery Books, a qualified Fitness Instructor and a mother of two!

Originally a Londoner born & bred, Lesley was quickly charmed by the beauty of the West Dorset area. She likes to cook seasonal food whenever possible and her simple, modern style creates dishes that are easy to recreate with stunning results.

Teaching has always been her great passion and opening her own Cookery School in this amazing location is the realisation of a long held dream. Her energetic and quirky style of presentation is expertly combined with clear and simple guidance.

T’s & C’s: Not redeemable for cash. Not transferrable. Valid for 12 months from the date of issue.
Only redeemable for Premium Hands on Day. The day is subject to cancellation and reorganisation at the discretion of the Lesley Waters Cookery School.

Waters Reach holiday cottage is one of the most beautiful waterfront luxury holiday cottages in Cornwall, combining luxury living with cottage comforts. The attention to detail, bespoke fabrics, and warm welcoming ambiance throughout combines to create this luxury self-catering cottage in Lerryn on the banks of the river near Fowey. You will be bidding for 6 adults to enjoy a 3 night weekend break in spring or autumn 2014/2015. Subject to availability and excludes bank or public holidays. Please book directly with the owners Mark and Lizzie Fenwick.

The successful bidder will be able to have Tea for Two, together with Mr Oliver Letwin in the House of Commons. This Tea party includes a private hour with Mr Letwin, who is a Cabinet Minister and Conservative MP for West Dorset, in the Palace of Westminster. Date by arrangement and will be subject to Mr Letwin’s diary.

Enjoy a delicious dinner party in the comfort of your own home, prepared and cooked for you by Dorset-based professionally trained chef and cookery book author, Charlotte Pike.
The winning bid will have Charlotte come to your home to cook for you and your guests on a mutually convenient evening date.
You’ll have a selection of three course menus available, so there will be choice over the food that’s served. Food included. Wines can be arranged, but are not included.
Additional guests can be invited for an additional charge. Dinner to take place within a 15 mile radius from Wimborne Minster in Dorset with a charge for additional distance.
http://www.charlotteskitchendiary.com/

Have a great day out on the Jurassic coast, hosted by the Battens and Kennards on their smart rib, The Bonnie Lady. Set off from Weymouth Marina, Picnic under the cliffs, swim and waterski in the clear blue water, or take a tour of this stunning coastline. For 4 people, on a date to be arranged in 2015.

Fishing for 2 rods for the day on the Upper Allen Fishery, which is situated in North East Dorset some 15 miles from Bournemouth on the upper reaches of the River Allen.
The Allen is a fine example of the southern chalk streams, unspoilt with great charm and purity. The river holds a fine head of native brown trout and the adjoining water meadows provide an ideal habitat for an interesting variety of wild birds that breed freely along this quiet little valley.
Includes Lunch at the Bull Inn, Wimborne St Giles (including a bottle of wine)
As a Pub Hotel in the picturesque village of Wimborne St Giles, the Bull Inn offers a ‘home from home’ philosophy. The Bull is stylishly decorated, giving a modern twist on country comfort, with its welcoming lounge, comfy leather sofas, cosy log burning stoves, relaxing, heated conservatory overlooking the beautiful gardens, superb food, excellent service, great wine and a warm welcome, will leave you with our complete experience

A luxury hamper filled with award-winning food & drink products judged in this year’s Great Taste Awards by chefs, food writers, journalists, producers and food buyers from the UK’s top food halls and retail outlets. The Hamper has been compiled by The Guild of Fine Food, who run the Awards. The photo shows a similar but smaller hamper.

N.B. This lot also includes a chilled box of award-winning meat from Hannan Meats in Northern Ireland containing 3 joints of amazingly tender Beef salt-aged in Himalayan salt chambers and 3 packs of the 2012 Great Taste Supreme Champion, Guanciale – an Italian-style cured pork cheeks used like pancetta. These products are exclusive to Hannan Meats and can only be bought in Fortnum & Mason or Hix’s restaurants. http://www.hannanmeats.com/our-story
The hamper can be ordered for delivery anytime from 5th October until 15th December, so would make a perfect Christmas present.
http://finefoodworld.co.uk/

An evening or morning stalk for a roe or sika deer on the beautiful Chitcombe Estate near Sturminster Newton, with Roderick Wurfbain. Rifle can be provided, with range practice beforehand if needed. Roderick and Lydia are also offering supper and a bed (for 2) afterwards (or before if a.m. stalk) at their amazing new house in the Chitcombe valley.
If an evening stalk is unsuccessful, then a second attempt could be made in the morning. Includes a haunch of venison to take home.

A week at this spectacular newly built villa with 4 double bedrooms, all with dressing rooms & ensuite bathrooms, wifi & air conditioning. The house encapsulates the essence of the Caribbean, superb location, luxurious but not flash, private but not remote.

The island of Bequia is part of St Vincent & the Grenadines, an archipelago at the southern end of the Caribbean & is best reached via Barbados. The property has been created from a virgin piece of land beautifully situated overlooking Hope Bay, one of the most remote and unspoilt beaches in the Grenadines. A particular feature are its wonderful gardens, a fresh water infinity swimming pool perched high over Hope Bay with a stunning view, terraces for sunbathing & covered areas to provide shade for eating.

Flights, food & drink not included. Staff available by arrangement at an additional cost. Children under 6 & all male or all female groups by agreement only. Dates by mutual agreement but excluding Christmas, Easter & August. The lot must be taken by 4th October 2015

A WEEK'S WORLD-CLASS SALMON & STEELHEAD FISHING, AND INTERNATIONALLY-RENOWNED HELI-SKIING LODGE IN BRITISH COLUMBIA
Kalum River Estate (KRE) house is a six double-bedroom, five bathroom wilderness lodge. The property is a privately- owned, non-commercial, never-rented holiday home which is surrounded by five lakes. From the house one can occasionally see moose, bears, sea eagles and ospreys. It has a 60ft by 40ft entrance hall, all highest-quality furnishings, including a fine taxidermy collection and all mod-cons, including satellite communications and high-speed internet. It is child-friendly and accessible by car via a state road approximately a mile away.

FISHING
The house is approximately 200 metres from the banks of the Kalum River, one of the most prestigious salmon and steelhead rivers in the world, known for its large and hard-fighting fish. Amongst many other local rivers, the Skeena River is only five miles away and is well known for its millions of running salmon every year. River guides and fishing gillies (who can supply all the kit you need) will pick you up from the front door of the house and take you on a magical fishing experience, whether you are an expert or an amateur. The fishing season runs from mid-March to early November and the five species of salmon run at different times, as well as the steelhead. Outstanding fishing is available in September and October and, for the steelhead and coho salmon, the fly fishing is then considered high season.

HELI-SKIING
Terrace and the surrounding area attracts heli-skiers from all over the world and, for those wanting to heli-ski in the Terrace Mountains, the chopper lands on the front lawn to pick you up (weather permitting.) The mountain you ski on can be seen from the KRE lodge. The ski season is from the beginning of January until the end of March. KRE is situated 30 minutes from Terrace Airport in British Columbia, about 100 miles from the southern tip of the Alaskan border. There are regular flights from Vancouver Airport to Terrace each day, which take just under two hours.

AVAILABILITY
To be taken at a mutually agreeable date within the next two years. As previously noted, the property is a privately-owned holiday home and therefore the owners accept no responsibility or liability for any actions of the guest(s) during their stay. Also, prior to the purchaser’s arrival, the house will be fully cleaned and will hopefully then be left in the same condition after the stay- a cleaning service is available at a modest expense to the purchaser (details to be supplied if required.)

ALL CATERING, HELICOPTERS, SKI GUIDES AND FISHING GUIDES & TRAVEL ARE AT THE PURCHASER’S OWN EXPENSE. We have established connections with reputable suppliers, in place for anyone who wants to use these facilities/ services. Catering is available if the winner wants, and the chefs will pre-shop for you and can prepare dishes from pub-grub quality to ten course fine dining menus, including local specialities and unique, indigenous produce. Bookings should be made direct, and in advance (contact details will be supplied.)