2019 Auction

Fishing for one rod on 1.35 miles of some of the finest water on the Tay, all of which is excellent fly water.

A very lightly fished beat in the spring, Monday 6th April to Sunday 12th April 2020 (Week 12) is a 6 rod beat that is likely to have only one or two other rods present at that time of year.

Full time ghillie, boats and first class facilities available.

This time share has been donated to the Heather Trust.

Presented by Flora Blackett:

Website: www.florablackett.com

An oil portrait of an animal of your choosing by aclaimed artist Flora Blackett.

"Born in 1978 in South west Scotland, Flora Blackett trained for 4 years at the prestigious Charles H Cecil studio in Florence, Italy.

As well as portraits, she is a renowned wildlife artist. Dividing her time between her studios in London and her native Dumfriessire she works on both commissions and her own inspired paintings and drawings. With trips throughout the UK, Europe, America and Africa, Flora continuously searches for exciting new subjects. She captures at first hand, the animals in their surroundings and strives to depict both the immediacy and serenity in every scene.
Flora has had many highly acclaimed exhibitions thoughout the UK and America.

In 2014 Flora combined her love of art and interiors to launch Flora Blackett designs.

Her work now hangs in collections throughout the world and is now listed in the national archives."

50% of the Sale value will go to the Heather Trust.

Presented by Mel Shand:

Website: www.melshand.com

An A4 pencil portrait of your tribe from your provided photos, OR your favourite Scottish wild animal OR an ink drawing of a house or building.

Presented by Mary Colwell:

"‘In this empowering account of a walk that focuses a razor light on the plight of one of the UK and Ireland’s most iconic birds, Mary Colwell adds a powerful fresh voice to the conservation debate and challenges us to think and act differently. Inspirational!’ Tim Birkhead.

Curlews with their long curved bills are Britain’s largest wading birds. Their plaintive calls, celebrated in both verse and music, are the sound of the British wilderness – a haunting song which is the springtime music of our uplands, moorlands, marshes and seacoasts.  

But so fast has been their fall in numbers that the curlew has now been put on the Red List of the UK’s most endangered birds. Over the last 22 years the curlew has declined by more than 50 per cent across England and Scotland and by more than 80 per cent in Wales and Ireland and it is now sliding rapidly towards extinction.

To raise awareness of the curlew’s rapid decline and funds for its conservation, Mary Colwell, a nature writer and long established producer at the BBC Natural History Unit, went on a 500 mile walk from the West of Ireland to the East of England to track these elusive birds and observe them in their different habitats. CURLEW MOON is the account of her journey.  Starting in the early spring, when birds are first arriving at their breeding grounds in the west of Ireland, she then walks to Wales, where they incubate their eggs. She makes her way through England to coincide with the time when chicks are hatching and six weeks after setting out she arrives in East Anglia as the fledglings are beginning to try out their wings.  Finishing on the east coast, she marks the place where many curlews come to spend the winter.

Curlews need wet, rough pasture to nest, and their decline has largely been driven by loss of this habitat – in Ireland, by the stripping of boglands for peat and elsewhere, by widespread forestry planting and other developments which have destroyed nesting sites, including increased predation by a rising number of foxes.  But although their decline has been drastic there is still time to do something about it. Weaving an evocative tale of discovery interspersed with the natural history of the curlew, CURLEW MOON focuses a light on the plight of this iconic bird which so desperately needs our help."

Presented by Quiller Publishing:

This magnificent volume brings together the work of eight of Britain's foremost wildlife artists. Each artist writes of their own experience of deer and, as you would expect, there are stunning images in contrasting styles of painting, pencil drawing and scraper board, while the accompanying words give a fascinating insight into the world of the artist and the deer.

As Rodger McPhail points out, deer were among the first creatures depicted on the wall of caves more than 4,000 years ago and the evocative images in this superb book show their magic is undiminished. Some coffee table books lie untouched, this is one that you will constantly pick up.

Presented by William Garfit:

William Garfit is well known in the sporting world for his articles in the Shooting Gazette.  He is also known for his line drawings and wash vignettes which have illustrated over thirty books of the country sports.

This sepia print, titled 'Boyhood Memories' was specially commissioned by the publisher of the successful book 'The Fox and the Orchid' by writer Robin Page.  This book has become a "classic" on country sports and the importance of their influence on successful conservation and management of the British countryside.

Approximate size mounted in 12in x 10in (Image size 9in x 7.5in).  Available when required from the Heather Trust.  FREE postage and packing within the UK mainland.

Presented by Keith A McDougall:

Having thought we had completed sold out of our copies of this beuatiful poem, we are delighted to have found 4 more hiding away in our offices.  We therefore have 4 available in this year's auction.

“Lines from Euston – by one who is not going” is a wistful poem written by A M Harbord about a gentleman from another era as he quietly observes and envies a sporting traveller at Euston. 

This edition is illustrated by Keith McDougall, and measures 41.5cm x 30cm, unframed.

It is available for purchase from The Heather Trust on a ‘buy now only price’ of £10.00 (including postage & packing).

Presented by Alexander & Susan Dalgety:

Website: www.boathousecottage.co.uk

A four night, short-break stay for up to 6 people in the Four Star self-catering Boathouse Cottage.

Nestling at the foot of a wooded bank the cottage commands stunning views onto and across the river Tweed into Scotland. Located midway between the Cheviots and Lammermuirs this is the perfect centre for exploring North Northumberland and the Scottish Borders.

For a detailed description visit the cottage website.

Standing in its own garden on the banks of Tweed, Boathouse Cottage is ideal for anglers, shooters or those who just wish to explore.

Tweed fishing ends 30th November and starts again 1st February. Enjoying the area has no close season!

To be taken by arrangement with the donors between 4th November 2019 and 19 March 2020 (Christmas and New Year excepted).

Presented by Hoggs of Fife:

Senator Premier Tattersall Shirt

• Superior 100% pure cotton twill fabric
• Smart classic collar shape with non-fused woven interlining & fixed collar stiffeners
• 16-stitches/inch construction for sharp and strong seams throughout
• Front Placket with 8 pearlised Hoggs-branded buttons (spare button supplied)
• Double-button interlined cuffs with buttoned gauntlet
• Split yoke to shoulders and 2 rear pleats for a superior tailored fit
• Extra long drop tail to ensure shirt stays tucked in
• Reinforced gusset at base of side seams, between front & back panels
• Plain and elegant open breast pocket
• Machine Washable at 30° C

Size: 15” - 17 ½ & 18” Collar

IMPORTANT: To avoid causing difficulties for the donor, we expect the buyer to take up a lot at a mutually convenient date within one month of the Sale.

For more information, please visit: https://www.hoggs.co.uk/prodcut_details.php?catid=147&product_id=337

Presented by Finegand Estate Ltd Glenshee, Perthshire:

An excellent opportunity for two rods to try this small but easily fished river in beautiful scenery.  This is fly only, and fishes well from June onward.  Each beat is approximately 1½ miles long.  Although it is definitely classed as a spate river, fish can be caught in all waters.  The Shee Water, which is the head waters of the river Ericht and a tributary of the Tay, provides exciting salmon fishing, where sport can be expected to come thick and fast.  It can be extremely prolific – fishing well late in the season.  This has always proved to be a popular lot with our bidders.  To be taken prior to 31st August - date by arrangement with the donor, who can also provide the successful bidder with a list of local accommodation.

Presented by Malcolm Innes:

A framed print of Roger McPhail's "Before the Rut".

Presented by Malcolm Hay:

A classic day’s rough shooting for three to four guns in the beautiful Aberdeenshire countryside, a few miles outside Huntly.

A fantastically varied bag is possible, with pheasant, partridge, grouse, snipe, duck, woodcock, hare, pigeon, and rabbit on offer. An old-fashioned mixed day of exciting, relaxed sport.

A delicious lunch will be provided for the guns in Edinglassie Lodge.

To be taken by arrangement with the donor in early / mid November 2019.

If required, self-catering accommodation is available by separate negotiation with the donor.

Presented by Mr & Mrs Ian Duncan, Kildermorie:

Website: www.kildermorie.co.uk.

One day’s accompanied hind stalking for two rifles on Kildermorie Estate, a traditional Scottish Highland Estate in Ross-shire.

Included is self – catered accommodation for one night for two people, on the Estate, in May Cottage.

Whether you are new to stalking, or an expert shot, all are welcome. Own or Estate rifles may be used. Each rifle will be accompanied by one of the Estate’s professional stalkers and there is a reasonable expectation of two beasts (eg. a hind and calf) per rifle. Carcass extraction by garron, if conditions are suitable.

For details regarding Kildermorie Estate and May Cottage accommodation, please visit the website, to be taken by arrangement between mid-November 2019 and mid-February 2020.

Presented by Kinnaird Estate:

Salmon Fishing for 4 Rods on the Kinnaird Beat on the River Tay to be taken between Jan and March 2020.

Presented by Barrie Hunt:

An opportunity to bid for a virtually unused vintage 3 draw leather clad field telescope manufactured in 1940s/50s by Newbold & Bulford of London, under their brand name ENBEECO. 

This is a very nice example of a 3 draw field or stalkers telescope, complete with original leather cladding.

The optics are all in good condition with a 50mm objective lens and a pancratic tube providing four levels of magnification 25x, 30x, 35x and 40x power. 

The image clarity is very good as is the overall cosmetic condition. 

With a firm draw action, the draw tubes and main barrel are dent free and retain their full anti-glare coating, important when being used in the field.

The length fully drawn is 33 inches (84cm) with the first tube being engraved ‘FIELD (C&S) 25x-40x, ENBEECO LONDON.’ 

The brown calf leather cladding, protective end caps and carrying strap are in excellent condition with only the odd scuff. The stitching is all intact and clean.

An excellent example that would grace any field day.

Due to the nature of this Lot it will need to be collected from either The Heather Trust office, just outside Lochmaben in Dumfries and Galloway or from the bidders address at: NG33 4SB in Lincolnshire.

Presented by Hoggs of Fife:

Invergarry W/P Tweed Jacket

The Moss Green Traditional Multi-Check Invergarry Tweed is a mix of 60% Wool for warmth and 40% Mixed Fibres for durability.

• Waterproof, windproof & breathable Prooftex Drop Liner Membrane with Taped Seams
• Moss Green moleskin collar with storm flap
• Stud flap front closure over 2-way brass zip
• Raglan sleeves for ease of movement
• Concealed elasticated storm cuffs
• 2 x moleskin-lined handwarmer pockets
• 2 x bellows pockets with drain vents and shooters' retaining straps
• Quilted Breathable Poly/Cotton lining
• Inside zipped wallet pocket plus poachers' pocket
• Anti-wicking drip strip around hem

Size: S - XXL

IMPORTANT: To avoid causing difficulties for the donor, we expect the buyer to take up a lot at a mutually convenient date within one month of the Sale.

For more information, please visit: https://www.hoggs.co.uk/prodcut_details.php?catid=150&product_id=343

Presented by Hoggs of Fife:

Harris Tweed Ladies Hat

One Size

“Harris Tweed means a tweed made from pure virgin wool produced in Scotland, spun, dyed and finished in the Outer Hebrides and hand-woven by the islanders at their own homes in the Islands of Lewis, Harris, Uist, Barra and their several purtenances and all known as the Outer Hebrides.” Today, every 50 metres of genuine Harris Tweed are checked by an inspector from the Harris Tweed Authority before being stamped, by hand, with the orb symbol. The Harris tweed used in our headwear collection is a sturdy 18oz weight.

• Handmade traditional country women’s hat
• Soft and crushable
• Inner elasticated headband for secure and comfortable fit
• 100% Cotton Lining

For more information, please visit: https://www.hoggs.co.uk/prodcut_details.php?catid=55&product_id=200

IMPORTANT: To avoid causing difficulties for the donor, we expect the buyer to take up a lot at a mutually convenient date within one month of the Sale.

Presented by Malcolm Hay:

A day's roe deer stalking on Edinglassie Estate, a few miles outside Huntly in the Aberdeenshire countryside.

If required, self-catering accommodation is available by separate negotiation with the donor.

Presented by Simon Blackett:

A family/group ticket to Braemar Castle with personal guided tour and tea/coffee in morning room for up to 10 persons.

To be taken any time in 2019.

http://www.braemarcastle.co.uk/

Presented by John Apthorp:

Tickets for 5 seater box at Royal Albert Hall for Abbaphonic, Wednesday 29th May 2019, 19:30.

"Back by popular demand! Celebrating ABBA’s greatest hits in all their sparkling, show-stopping glory, West End stars Abbie Osmon and Emma Kershaw will perform an amazing line-up of the Swedish pop group’s timeless classics in ABBAphonic.

With the amplified Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, a spectacular light show and sensational backing singers, ABBA’s hit songs will be performed with the RPO’s signature symphonic twist!

Hit ABBA songs include:
MAMMA MIA, DANCING QUEEN, WATERLOO, SUPER TROUPER, TAKE A CHANCE, VOULEZ-VOUS, MONEY, MONEY, MONEY, I HAVE A DREAM, THE WINNER TAKES IT ALL, S.O.S., KNOWING ME, KNOWING YOU, CHIQUITITA, FERNANDO …and many more!

Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Matthew Freeman Conductor
Abbie Osmon Vocalist
Emma Kershaw Vocalist
ABBAphonic Voices"

https://www.royalalberthall.com/tickets/events/2019/abbaphonic/

Presented by Professor Rob Marrs, University of Liverpool and The President of The Heather Trust:

A day’s consultancy visit to an area of moorland identified by the successful bidder.

Rob is a leading academic expert on moorland management with a particular emphasis on vegetation management including heather and bracken.

It is anticipated that the successful bidder will wish to accompany Rob on the visit and in conversation take advantage of his encyclopaedic knowledge of moorland.

To be taken by arrangement with the donor during the summer of 2019. Depending on the location, some assistance with travel and subsistence charges may be requested.

Donated by Chris Amos:

Make a big day's shooting one to remember by enlisting the help of NGO qualified loader Chris Amos.

Whether you are a novice looking for guidance or an experienced shot looking to add something a bit different to your day, this Lot will suit single or double guns for any game species.

Date to be mutually agreed with the donor.

Presented by Dick Bartlett, British Moorlands. Website: www.britishmoorlands.com.

The morning will be spent counting breeding pairs of grouse using pointing dogs to find and flush the pairs which will give an indication of the shooting potential of the 2019 season.  This is fascinating to watch if you enjoy seeing good gundog work.

The afternoon offers you hands-on experience of moorland work such as heather management, grit site selection and operation, water provision for upland wildlife and predator trapping systems.

The whole day is guided by Dick Bartlett who will explain how modern technology is used by British Moorlands to produce grouse shooting which is technically and financially sustainable, and also affordable to the ordinary shooter.

Please see www.britishmoorlands.com for more information on our work to save our heather moorland heritage through viable grouse production for shooting and falconry.

Suitable for a group of 2 - 10.
Location;   Speyside, North East Scotland
Date:  tba for March/April 2020.

Presented by Bolton Abbey Estate:

Two people to fish on the Bolton Abbey Estate Fishery for two days during the 2019 season.

Presented by Colin Blanchard:

'Flying Scotsman'; Original Screenprint by Colin Blanchard

Printed by the artist directly from hand made stencils.

40 x 30 cm (unframed); One of an edition of only 15 on 300gsm Bockingford paper.