Silent Auction

Award Winning Garden Design

Realise the garden of your dreams through the eyes of visionary designer Dean Grant, garden designer for Queen Magrette of Denmark and Celebrity Chef Raymond Blanc.

Dean will visit your garden and carry out a full site inspection, including soil analysis and photographic survey. After consulting with you to establish your needs and wants from your garden, you'll be presented with as a master plan including a planting plan detailing all the plants and materials needed to create your stunning outdoor space.
 
If you wish Dean can work with you and his team of landscapers to install the garden of your choice. This is a truly unique opportunity to have the garden of your dreams designed by a leading landscape designer.
The garden design must take place by June 2010
Kindly donated by Dean Grant

Radio Ga Ga Gambaccini

Music mastermind Paul Gambaccini is one-in-a-million. His 37 years of industry experience make him a walking encyclopaedia when it comes to the charts. He's co-author of The Guinness Book of British Hit Singles and also worked as part of the team that created The Complete Eurovision Song Contest Companion!

This fantastic auction lot gives you personal access to the great man as you and three friends join Paul for an early three course dinner at Carluccio's. After the chance for a one-on-one grilling you'll accompany Paul to Western House for the live broadcast of his fantastic Radio 2 show America's Greatest Hits. A truly special evening out!
Show takes place on Saturday evenings.
Kindly donated by Paul Gambaccini and Carluccio's 

Sorry You Can't Get Through

Surprise your callers with an answer phone message recorded by the one and only Martina Navratilova. The voice of women' tennis will record you a personalised message. Next time you need to screen a call, just pass them onto Martina! Bid now; the ball's in your court!
Kindly donated by Martina Navratilova 

It's Only Natural

Isabelle Legeron is France's first female Master of Wine and an expert in natural wines. She works regularly with Michelin starred chefs and culinary celebrities pairing wine to their food, and now she wants to share her love of these extraordinary wines with you.

This is a fabulous natural wine tasting for up to twelve people in the comfort of your own home with Isabelle. She'll provide a selection of astonishing wines that are absolutely natural which means unlike conventional wines they're made without any additives whatsoever. They're real, full of personality and totally delicious, a bit like Isabelle herself!

This tasting is an exclusive peak into an exciting, upcoming world, which has been forging an underground movement in recent years.

Prize to be taken within the M25 area.
Kindly donated by Isabelle Legeron 

David's Private Eye

Bid now for this signed and framed copy of David Cameron’s Private Eye front cover from January 2010. A smart addition to any wall, even the man himself found it hilarious.

Kindly donated by David Cameron, reproduced by kind permission of PRIVATE EYE magazine – www.private-eye.co.uk

Private View

Art lovers; your attention please! You and five friends are cordially invited to a private tour of an exhibition of your choice at the world famous National Portrait Gallery. The Gallery holds the most extensive collection of portraits in the world and aims to bring history to life through its extensive displays. In fact their very first portrait was acquired in 1856 and was a portrait of William Shakespeare!
After your private tour you will be treated to a delicious lunch or dinner plus wine in the Gallery's roof-top restaurant.
Kindly donated by Bank of America Merrill Lynch 

Tea-Time Treats

Enjoy a decadent afternoon tea for eight people at the emporium of celebrity cake maker Eric Lanlard, Master Patissier and twice winner of the prestigious Continental Patissier of the Year at the British Baking Awards.

Eric has changed the face of British patisserie, through his bespoke cake making brand, Savoir Design, he's earned himself an international reputation for superlative cakes with an A-list clientele including Madonna, Sir Elton John, Elizabeth Hurley, Claudia Schiffer and George Michael.

Eric's glamorously decorated Cake Boy boutique is located in the award-winning Battersea Reach on the banks of the Thames. This gourmet treat for eight includes your choice of organic tea or coffee, wonderfully delicious creations from Eric's award-winning kitchen including mini pastries, French macaroons, a selection of mini deli-sandwiches, and a glass of sparkling wine.

Each participant will also receive a goody-bag including a shopping voucher for the Cake Boy boutique.
Kindly donated by Eric Lanlard 

Come Sail With Me

All you adrenaline junkies take note. You and three friends could spend a day on the trophy winning racing-yacht Night Owl as it takes you on a thrilling trip on the Solent around Cowes, the home of yacht-racing.

This entirely gay-skippered and crewed yacht won its class in the Junior Offshore Group series of 15 races that took place between April and September 2009 in their very first competing season.

You can opt to learn to sail, or just sit back and watch the crew in action. Lunch at one of the exclusive yacht clubs in Cowes is included and even some drinks in the marina in the Hamble when the day is over. Camera essential!
Valid for 12 months
Kindly donated by Ed Hall 

Look at Moiye, Look at Moiye

Based on the much loved award winning book by Tim Conigrave, adapted for the stage by acclaimed playwright Tommy Murphy, Holding the Man is a hilariously funny, tender and moving play following the remarkable true life love story of Tim Conigrave and John Caleo. It's a celebration that speaks across generations, sexual preference and culture.

One of Australia's most celebrated comic actors, Jane Turner, from the Australian TV hit Kath and Kim, will be making her West End debut in Holding the Man and you could be there to see it!

You and three friends will enjoy a VIP night at the show including programmes, interval drinks and a meet and greet with Jane Turner and the cast after the show. Fabulous!
Kindly donated by aka 

Winning Words

Gareth ‘Alfie’ Thomas made news earlier this year by being the first rugby player to come out. This sporting hero has proved that being at the top of your game has nothing to do with your sexual orientation.

Sports stars are known for their game theory, motivational mindset and winning energy. The lucky winner of this lot will host this international sensation at their very own event. Have Gareth spice up your dinner party, inspire your network group or deliver a powerful key note speech at your next Diversity Month event.
Kindly donated by Gareth Thomas 

Planning the perfect party?

How about relaxing in the comfort of your home while the UBS Executive Chef Paul Dunstane prepares and cooks an incredible six-course tasting dinner for six people in your very own kitchen. You won’t need to lift a finger as this lot even includes a uniformed butler to wait on you hand and foot. Perfection!

Auction prize is available anywhere within the M25.

Kindly donated by UBS