Indulge in a rare and immersive culinary experience at the award-winning Block & Bottle – where a passion for ethically sourced, free-range, grass-fed meat meets the craft of traditional butchery.

You and five guests will be welcomed after hours for a private evening with Master Butcher Steven, who will guide you through the fascinating process of breaking down a side of beef. Discover exactly where your favourite cuts – from ribeye to topside – come from, and watch as Steven expertly prepares them, sharing stories, tips, and techniques gathered over a lifetime of butchery.

Throughout the evening, you'll enjoy a generous spread of charcuterie alongside a selection of wine, showcasing the very best of what Block & Bottle is known for.

Whether you're a passionate foodie or simply curious about the craft behind great meat, this is a unique opportunity to peer behind the counter and into the world of artisanal butchery.

Ts & Cs -
This is a demonstration-only experience for you and your guests – no hands-on cutting will be involved.
The evening must be booked for a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday, starting from 6:30–7:00pm, and must take place by 30th November 2025, on a date mutually agreed between the winner and Block & Bottle.

From the heart of Grande Champagne region of Cognac. The chalky soils here result in brandies of exceptional elegance and finesse.

Awarded Best XO Cognac at San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2018

Smugglers Cottage is a picturesque 18th century stone cottage providing guests with stunning, uninterrupted sea and estuary views from both the cottage itself and the walled garden. It has been tastefully decorated with great attention to detail, to provide comfortable, luxury accommodation.
Member of Alastair Sawday’s “Special Places to Stay”
3 nights could be between November and March excluding Christmas/New Year and February half term, either midweek or over a weekend

Join us at the Start of The Great North Run to take in the atmosphere then head to the Finish of The Great North Run via taking part in the run or by VIP coach. Head straight to the finish where breakfast is available in the hospitality village from 08:30 (Bus option only). VIP parking is also available.

Relax in the hospitality marquee at the finish and enjoy a complimentary lunch from one of our local food vendors as well as a drink (or two!) from the bar or from one of our coffee vendors. As a VIP Runner you are eligible for several VIP upgrades at the event including a VIP massage, use of showers and changing facilities.

A VIP coach will then transport you back from the finish of the Great North Run where you will return to the Hilton NewcastleGateshead.

Join Matt from By The Bay Mushrooms for an unforgettable, hands-on experience day exploring the fascinating world of gourmet mushroom cultivation. Perfect for food lovers, nature enthusiasts, or anyone curious about fungi, this private group workshop (for 4 to 6 people) offers a unique opportunity to step behind the scenes of a working mushroom operation.

Your Day Includes:

Blackfriars Cookery School vouchers make fantastic gifts for your friends and loved ones and can be used for any of our morning or evening cookery classes and our boozy socials. Choose from events like Pizza & Prosecco, Tacos & Tequila and a range of world cuisines including: Curry & Spice, Thai, Greek and Spanish Tapas and Kids Cookery.

Alchemilla is the first venture by Alex Bond. Opened back in August 2017 the restaurant attracted the likes of Grace Dent and The Good Food Guide pretty early on. Alchemilla went on to be awarded it’s first Michelin star in 2019 and currently has four Rosettes in The AA Guide. If you’re unfamiliar with Alex’s style of cooking you can expect big yet balanced flavours. Koji, fermentation and pickling play a part across the whole menu.

Valid only for Monday 1st September 2025. Includes dinner, an overnight stay and breakfast for two.

A Day at Our Farm returns for the 2025 summer season, welcoming you to feast amongst the growing beds of our regenerative farm in The Cartmel Valley.

Following sell-out years in 2023 & 2024, we are excited to open our gates to only 16 guests at a time for a one-of-a-kind sustainable dining experience, recognised as the Good Food Guide Best Farm-to-Table Restaurant 2024.

The experience begins with an extended farm tour whilst enjoying a handful of thoughtfully prepared snacks and a non-alcoholic spritz en route. Following the tour, diners are invited to the Our Farm sharing tables - overlooking the farm’s polytunnels and growing beds - to enjoy an informal sharing banquet.

Our Stay & Dine ticket includes:

- One ticket for two guests to the A Day At Our Farm experience.

- A stay for two in one of our superior rooms, scattered around the charming village of Cartmel.

- Our Home by Simon Rogan breakfast box for two, featuring a selection of pastries and treats, for you to enjoy in the room or at home the next morning.

A beautiful magnum bottle of Pitnauer 'Bienenfresser' Zweigelt Reserve 2021. A regular featured on Michelin Starred Restaurant Pine's Menu. Aged for 18 months in new and old barrels. Red and dark forest fruits. Subtle black currants, blueberry, damson plum, violets, vanilla, nutmeg, clove with juicy, rounded texture.

To be collected at 11am on Sunday 6th July at Wylam Brewery

Breakwater is perfectly positioned to capture the stunning Amble coastline, marina, North Sea and estuary from all of the huge windows in the cottage and the wall-to-wall sliding doors. From the door of the apartment, you can take a stroll along the promenade to the harbour front, where you will find a great market on a Sunday and also The Fish Shack, a daytime bistro. Further on you can find Spurelli’s ice cream parlour, The Old Boathouse bistro and the Harbour Village; a cluster of small gift shops.

The rockpools are great to explore which are next to the beach along from the harbour, as is the little bay and the pier going right out to the lighthouse where you have beautiful views of Coquet Island.

This prize is worth £1208 normally.

Enjoy an incredible tasting menu for 2 with wine pairing at Michelin starred Lyla in Edinburgh. Most recently winner of best restaurant in Scotland in the National Restaurant Awards. This really is an incredible treat!
LYLA builds its menu around a combination of line caught fish & sustainable shellfish sourced from the Scottish Isles as well as working with the best UK farms to source organic meats and vegetables, we have established many relationships with foragers and growers abound.

The kitchen will serve you a multi course tasting menu with natural representations of their findings. The foundation of their menu is to bring you a taste of Scotland in the capital city. The evening starts off upstairs with views of the Firth of Forth where the incredible team present a bespoke list of apéritifs & Champagnes alongside snacks which are plated up by chefs at the centre counter.
We will then progress downstairs to our main dining room to continue with a 10 course menu with an open kitchen to watch the Chef’s prepare your dishes.

Treat yourself (and a lucky guest) to an unforgettable dining experience at SOKU, the bold and innovative Asian fusion kitchen making waves in Newcastle’s vibrant food scene. Located in the heart of Ouseburn and hailed as one of the city’s most exciting pop-ups, SOKU combines fiery creativity with street food flair, offering dishes that are as playful as they are delicious.

This prize includes: Two Snacks, 4 small plates, two sides and two desserts.

SOKU's ever-changing menu is full of bold flavours and unexpected twists - all served in one of their buzzing pop-up residencies.

T&Cs:
Valid for 6 months from the date of the auction. As SOKU is a pop-up restaurant, the meal will be hosted at one of their active residencies (locations may vary). Subject to availability and advance booking.

Follow SOKU on Instagram for a taste of what to expect: @soku.kitchen

Dine at Michelin starred Restaurant Pine on their highly sought after Chef's Table. Enjoy the full tasting menu whilst being served by the talented team in the kitchen. In addition to the tasting menu you will also enjoy the pine wine pairing experience. Enjoy!

Noto is an independent restaurant focused on food for sharing, small domaine wine producers & bespoke cocktails.

Inspired by chef-owner Stuart’s time living & working in NYC. Named after his eclectic friend/room-mate there, Bob Noto.

4 cubic metres of kiln dried hardwood logs loose tips at your home. Delivered within a 25 mile radius of Corbridge, Northumberland.

Enjoy a beautiful week at Gylly Beach, Cornwall during the off peak season. If it's a balmy beach escape you crave, you can't get much closer to the sand than Gylly. Located opposite Falmouth's wonderful sheltered beach Gyllyngvase, and boasting never ending views over the sparkling sea, this high-spec abode is part of the brand new Liner development. Occupying the fourth floor of the development with a commanding view over the bay, small families, couples or a group of friends will love the proximity to the soft sand and cosmopolitan buzz of Falmouth. Expertly interior designed by Gems Interiors, this modern apartment is adorned with the sandy gold and marine blues of the bay. Start the day with awe-inspiring views and dip in and out of the water as you please; Gylly really is a bay-dreamers paradise.
Designer interiors and breathtaking seascapes combine at Gylly. Inspired by the prow of a ship breaking through the waves, the exterior of the Liner development reflects the maritime spirit of Falmouth, setting the seaside tone of your escape. Inside the bespoke beachfront apartment, lead left into the open plan kitchen, living and dining area, where all eyes are drawn to the incredible panoramic sea view, framed by full height glass doors that open out onto the private balcony. Guests will adore breakfast on the balcony as the sunrises over Gylly, making silhouettes of the early morning paddleboarders. Whilst after a day of coastal adventures around Falmouth and beyond, the stylish modern kitchen and soothing living area provide a relaxed setting in which to enjoy each other's company. Gems Interiors have also worked their magic in the two beautifully curated bedrooms, creating blissful pockets of Zen with gorgeous designer textiles, coastal inspired artwork and subtle tropical details. Whether guests feast on nibbles on the sun-drenched balcony, or cup hot chocolates as the sun sets, Gylly is sure to capture and delight.

Boasting an impressive history dating back to the 17th century, today, we look forward to sharing the unmistakable 5 star Matfen Hall experience with guests near and far. With 63 bedrooms, five dining areas to eat and drink in, The Retreat at Matfen Hall to relax in, and a championship golf course to enjoy, we’ll provide you with the opportunity to indulge each one of your senses during your stay with us.
This stay includes: Overnight accommodation, A La Carte Breakfast on the morning of departure as well as complimentary use of the Retreat Health Facilities.

A very sought after wine. Deep, intense almost inky in colour. A beautiful nose packed full of ripe cherries and sweet baking spice.. The palate is intense with a great grip to it, smoked plums, forest fruits and a balancing meaty earthiness.

Enjoy a 32 piece 'For the fish lovers' sushi selection at the fantastic Sushi Me Rollin'. This fantastic prize includes 2 cocktails and a bottle of prosecco

Vanessa Stoltz, Head Sommelier at Restaurant Pine, will privately host this exclusive wine tasting event. Guests will enjoy a curated selection of exceptional wines as Vanessa shares her expert insights into wine regions, grape varieties, and tasting techniques, offering a rich and engaging experience for wine enthusiasts.
Participants - 6 to 8 people
Wines - 6 wines
Private Tasting in your home - max 20 miles from NE1
Days - Sunday, Monday or Tuesday.

Vanessa is very passionate and would go above and beyond to give you the perfect
experience!
She is currently in the top 100 best sommeliers in the UK and one to watch through the Sommelier Edit.
She has the Sommelier Certification from CMS, her WSET Level 3 and ASI Level 2.
Enjoy a relaxed and joyful evening with your personal wine expert!

Enjoy this case of Georgian White wine generously donated by Central Wines. This wine is a regularly featured at Michelin starred Restaurant Pine due to it's outstanding quality.
Very classic lemon zest, lime juice, green apple and nettle. Beautiful medium bodied Rkatsiteli with enhanced minerality and aromatic character like Sauvignon Blanc and then on the palate has great concentration and roundness with more peach and apricot flavours like Viognier. Coming from picturesque region of Kakheti in Georgia. Produced in modern European style Rkatsiteli is a great alternative for Sauvignon Blanc lovers.

Come and immerse yourself in the Northumberland experience at The Kirkstyle Inn. Beautifully designed to bring the outside in, each of our rooms has its own personality in the weave of the fabric and hue of the walls. Our menu is game led, showcasing local produce from the estate and neighbouring hill farms. Wine lovers will recognise many of the titles on our list; which has been created to inspire palates and suit most purses. The more adventurous may like to take a look at our little black wine book, where you’ll find some intriguing titles.

PLEASE NOTE: our restaurant is open for dinner on Wednesdays, and lunch and dinner Thursday to Sunday. The restaurant is closed on Monday and Tuesday. Please see the website for our opening times http://www.theksi.co.uk. We highly recommend making your restaurant reservation at the same time as booking your room.

This voucher includes bed, breakfast and a three-course evening meal for two people. It excludes beverages.
Valid until 6th July 2026

A beautiful magnum bottle of Sauvignon Blanc from Papillon. Lime, lemon grass with apple, gooseberry, grapefruit and touch of biscuity, brioche, vanilla, almonds complexity from 12 months in mix of new and used casks. On the palate rich and creamy

Enjoy a beautifully crafted evening at The Roxburgh, one of the North East’s best-kept culinary secrets. You and a guest will be treated to two of their acclaimed set menus, each paired with expertly selected wines to complement every course.

Known for its intimate atmosphere and flavour-led cooking, The Roxburgh offers a dining experience that’s thoughtful, seasonal, and full of surprises – a favourite of food lovers in the know.

This is a perfect night out for anyone who loves bold, imaginative food and exceptional hospitality.

Prize includes:
– Set menu for two
– Full wine pairings
– A truly memorable evening in Whitley Bay

Terms & Conditions:
Prize must be booked directly with The Roxburgh and redeemed within 12 months of 6 July 2025. Subject to availability. No cash alternative available.

Rejuvenate body and mind with this revitalising Hammam Sauna Bundle from Steam & Salt, the beloved beachside sauna perched on the beautiful sands of King Edward’s Bay in Tynemouth.

Tucked between dramatic cliffs and overlooking the North Sea, this serene spot is one of the most picturesque locations in the North East — a truly unique setting for your sauna ritual. Locals and visitors alike flock here for cold dips, warm steam, and unforgettable views.

This prize includes 6 x beach sauna sessions, plus a sauna towel and an exfoliating mitt — everything you need for the ultimate self-care experience.

Prize includes:
– 6 x beach sauna sessions at Steam & Salt, King Edward’s Bay, Tynemouth
– Sauna towel
– Exfoliating mitt

Terms & Conditions: Please see steamandsalt.co.uk.

One of the newest ventures from the group behind Aizle, Noto and now Lyla in Edinburgh. Tipo celebrates dining to share, a mixture of small and large plates, featuring in house made pasta, cured meats as well as our own signature soft serve. Utilising the best of local and artisan Scottish produce throughout our menu’s, small domaine artisanal family owned wineries and classic cocktails done right.

Enjoy a phenomenal two night stay at the multi award winning Forest Side hotel in the Lake District. Starting bid is from £750 which is a steal for this experience.

Forest Side is the perfect place to embrace the Lake District, and really embrace what this world heritage site has to offer. Spend your afternoons walking on the fells, visiting attractions or simply enjoying a glass of your favourite tipple on their beautiful terrace.

Stay for two nights in one of their luxurious Master Bedrooms and on the first evening, dine in their Michelin star restaurant and enjoy Head Chef Paul Leonard’s 8 course tasting menu. The voucher also includes a 4 course tasting menu to be enjoyed the following night. Wine pairings for both nights are also included

Top this off with a hearty Cumbrian breakfast the following morning and you will have the perfect Lake District break.

Not available on Monday's or Tuesday's.

Ravenhill House is a luxury Bed and Breakfast in a beautifully restored Victorian home in leafy South Belfast. Ran by owners Olive and Roger for over 25 years, the guesthouse combines 19th grandeur with contemporary comforts and Irish hospitality. Situated at the top of Ormeau and Ravenhill Roads, Ravenhill House offers easy access to Belfast’s main attractions, including Titanic Belfast, the vibrant city centre, and the scenic North Coast and Giant’s Causeway.
Renowned for its award-winning breakfast menu, Ravenhill House features homemade sourdough and wheaten bread, baked fresh daily using Irish grains milled in-house.
This voucher includes two nights bed and breakfast for two persons.

An absolutely stunning chefs knife from Hope Knives. 26c3 Carbon Steel Knife with hardness of 63hrc with house etch. The handle is made from Chestnut burl with brass pins. Sharpened at 16 degree double bevel.

Treat yourself and a guest to the ultimate steak night with a 1kg steak of your choice, expertly prepared by the award-winning team at Block & Bottle. Whether it’s a richly marbled ribeye, a showstopping côte de boeuf, or a tender sirloin, you’ll choose the perfect cut for your table from our range of ethically sourced, free-range, grass-fed beef.

To complement your steak, select any bottle of wine from our curated collection – from minimal-intervention natural reds to rich whites from across the globe – and bring the full Block & Bottle experience home.

An ideal gift for the discerning food lover, or the perfect excuse to indulge in a truly memorable evening of exceptional meat and wine.

Ts & Cs -
Prize must be redeemed by 30th November 2025. Collection from Block & Bottle, Newcastle.