Auction 2015

Presented by Sir Andrew Walker-Okeover and the Trustees of the Glenmuick Estate, Okeover Estate Office, ASHBOURNE, Derbyshire, DE6 2DE.

One day’s hind stalking for one rifle on the Glenmuick Estate in beautiful Deeside, Aberdeenshire. The Estate is a traditional Sporting Estate and is situated in the heart of Royal Deeside and the Cairngorms National Park, with the mighty summit of Lochnagar as a breathtaking backdrop. It is surrounded by some of Scotland’s most beautiful scenery.

Accommodation before and after the day’s stalking is being offered in one of the Estate’s holiday cottages for a total of two nights. The cottages contain all the modern comforts, without losing that traditional feel.

Date to be mutually agreed in the coming season.

Presented by Mrs Gillian Laurie.

Hand made in beautiful Harris tweed, this classic sporting cushion is stuffed with feathers to make a beautiful addition to any sofa or armchair. Featuring a simple grouse applique design, the cushion is stylish and comfortable.

Presented by Mr Michael Cannon, Wemmergill Moor Ltd, County Durham.

One day’s walked up Grouse shooting for two guns around part of the perimeter boundary of Wemmergill Moor, County Durham, with an expected bag of approximately 15 brace.

This famous moor is set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is known for its productive grouse stocks.

To be taken by arrangement with the donor.

Presented by Nigel Hemming.

Nigel Hemming undoubtedly is one of the country’s most successful animal artists. Born in 1957 in Staffordshire, his career has been well documented with transition through the media of watercolour, acrylic, pastel, and finally oil. Living with his own dogs has made Nigel a keen observer of canine behaviour and his images reflect this deep understanding of his subject. He paints pictures not simply of dogs, but about them. The appeal of his work led to him being presented with the Fine Art Trade Guild Published Artist Award in 1996.

Nigel’s works have been published in limited edition form since the mid 1980’s, enjoying ever increasing popularity with each new edition. His published works and original paintings have featured in one-man shows as well as a number of shared exhibitions. His original work has become highly sought after by private collectors and galleries alike.

Nigel has donated to our sale a signed limited edition mounted print titled ‘Park Drive’. This painting is a beautiful portrayal of a pair of Springer Spaniels. It is evening and the setting is an area of traditional English Parkland. A pair of Springer Spaniels emerge from the woodland, flushing birds as they go on the last drive of the day. ‘Park Drive’ was one of two published by Soloman and Whitehead, the other print was titled ‘Senior Service’ and despite being a non-smoker, Nigel thought that the association with two very old and well known brands of cigarette, might, at the very least, amuse potential buyers.

Nigel has always prided himself on finding good titles for his work and believes the title can be an integral part of peoples overall perception of an image.

FREE Postage & packing to UK mainland address.

Presented by Geordie Burnett Stuart, Crichie, Stuartfield, Peterhead, Aberdeenshire, AB42 5DY.

A day’s Roe Buck stalking on Dens and Crichie Estate for one rifle.

Dens & Crichie is an attractive 1,100 acre lowland, mixed arable estate, thirty miles north of Aberdeen. There are 250 acres of woodland on the Estate with terrain rising from 300-600 feet.

The winning bidder will be taken out with the resident stalker. Time and date to be arranged with the donor.

Presented by Moray Estates, Estates Office, Berryley, FORRES, Morayshire, IV36 2ST.

Website: www.morayestates.co.uk

One day’s fishing for two rods on the Lower Dounduff Beat of the River Findhorn.

The River is set within a very picturesque part of Moray and is a spate river. The Lower Dounduff beat is spectacular with views along the gorge but is challenging and requires a certain level of fitness. The 2013 catch statistics reported 32 salmon and grilse, averaging 7.4 lbs (best 16lbs) and 2014 catch statistics reported 12 salmon and grilse caught, averging 8.2lbs (best 14lbs).

Please note conservation rules apply, the details of which can be obtained from the Estate by the successful bidder.

To be taken on Monday 7th September 2015.

Presented by Major Alastair Riddell, Balintyre House, Chesthill Estate, Glen Lyon, Perthshire, PH15 2NH.

Website: www.chesthill.com

1 day’s salmon fishing for two rods on the Chesthill Beat of the River Lyon.

The attendance of a ghillie can be arranged.

The owner has a policy of catch and release throughout the season.

There are plenty of good local hotels, etc. The Famous Fortinghall Hotel is nearby.

Come and enjoy a delightful place.

Date to be taken during the weeks of 10-15 and 17-22nd August 2015. Recommendations from and to be arranged with the donor.

Presented by Find Wine.

Website: http://findwine.co.uk/

Find Wine is presenting a wine tasting at your home for up to 10 guests. The evening can be tailored to your needs, whether that is a tasting of more traditional wines, or a chance to try something a bit different, Find Wine will be able to organise it.

Can be arranged in London, Yorkshire and Dumfriesshire.

Date to be arranged with the donor. Some travel restrictions might apply.

Presented by Mr Alastair Howman, Auchnahyle, PITLOCHRY, Perthshire, PH16 5JA.

‘Golden Camilla' was originally tied as a salmon fly. Mr Alastair Howman has been tying flies for over 60 years and has recently concentrated on Salmon Fly Brooches.

‘Golden Camilla’ is presented in an individual box and would make an ideal gift for family or a friend.

Available when required from The Heather Trust.

Presented by Professor Roy Brown, 7 Lime Chase, KIRBYMOORSIDE, North Yorkshire, YO62 6BX.

Professor Roy Brown is offering a full three day field assessment and report back survey for a moorland estate looking at either issues of tick borne disease or preparing a bracken management plan which will comply with the new environmental stewardship schemes' requirements (the schemes will become available from 01/01/2016).

The stewardship requirements will be different in Scotland and England but the management plan will accommodate this. The lot will be of particular interest to moor owners/managers where there is a bracken problem, even if there is a current control programme, as it will include the opportunity to have a thorough appraisal of the existing bracken condition, to take part in current trials on bracken control and to have some primary bracken control and follow up carried out without charge as part of the five year scientific study.

The commercial rate for this type of package would normally be £400 per day and more, if a detailed analysis, as well as preparation of a practical advisory report, were needed. A special rate is being offered for the Country Market & Sporting Sale.

The best time for both surveys to be taken is July by arrangement with the donor. If the moorland was more than a couple of hours from North Yorkshire, accommodation may be required by separate negotiation.

Presented by Malcolm Innes, Kilspindie Manse, Kilspindie, Perthshire, PH2 7RX.

A Framed, Signed Print of “Blackgame in Winter” by J.C. Harrison (1898 – 1985). It is 13” x 18”.

J.C.Harrison studied art at the Slade school of Art. He lived most of his life in Norfolk, where he became a keen supporter of the Norfolk Wildlife Trust.

This was the last signed print edition J. C. Harrison ever did and is limited to 350 copies.

Presented by Colin Woolf, Ardbeg, 2 Blairhill View, Blackridge, West Lothian, EH48 3TR.

Website: www.wildart.co.uk

The winning bidder will get their very own Woodcock pin-feather painting, painted with one of the feathers from a bird which they have shot.

Colin has spent over 20 years perfecting this technique and the pictures are much sought after. The images show a style of picture that may be expected. Colin Woolf is one of the UK's leading wildlife artists and has a talent for capturing the true essence of his subjects, bringing them alive, with his instinctive 'feel' for an animal's character and an in-depth knowledge of its anatomy. He works in pure watercolour. Delicate plumage, atmospheric landscapes and dramatic skies are all distinguishing features of Colin's work.

To be arranged with the donor.

Presented by William Garfit, The Old Rectory, Harlton, CAMBRIDGE, CB23 1ES.

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 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 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, Hill House, Bridge Street, WELLS-NEXT-THE-SEA, Norfolk, NR23 1QP.

“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 Patrick Laurie.

The Heather Trust has put together an ID guide for moorland waders, attractively illustrated and designed by Patrick Laurie. Featuring a curlew, a peewit, a greenshank, a dunlin, a redshank, a golden plover, a snipe and a dotterel, the quality poster also includes comments on the individual species, as well as some regional names.

A perfect gift for any upland enthusiast, the A1 wallchart (594mm x 841mm) is printed on quality paper stock and delivered in a cardboard tube.

It is available for purchase from The Heather Trust on a ‘buy now only price’ of £20.00 (including postage & packing).

Presented by Patrick Laurie.

The Classic GCT (now GWCT) “Green Guide” to moorland management – essential reading for keepers, land managers and shooting folk alike.

Excerpt below:

Objectives of grouse management: - The objective of red grouse management is to provide a sustainable harvest of grouse from a specific area of heather moorland within a balanced package of multi-purpose land use. - Multi-purpose land use involves the interests of shepherds, stalkers, and the general public who use the countryside as well as maintaining and enhancing the conservation interest. - Most owners of grouse moors need to produce a reasonable bag of grouse, mostly from driven grouse shooting, although this may not be feasible in some parts of Britain given the constraints of the land and other management priorities. - Multi-purpose land use is important for the uplands and there is no reason why good grouse management cannot run alongside other forms of land use including sheep farming, deer stalking, water catchment, and recreational activities, while maintaining the conservation interest. The only condition is that all parties fairly respect the requirements of other land users.

Price includes P&P

Presented by Peter and Suzanne Greenhill, The Courthouse, Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL52 8HH.

A classic guide book to The Lake District, in print since 1902.

When this book was written, the Lake District spread across the county boundaries of Cumberland, Westmorland and Lancashire. There was no such county as Cumbria. It has been quoted to be 243 pages of pure gold, and Hugh Walpole described it as “the grandest prose writing about the Lake District in existence”.

Hardback 1988 edition, cover with dustjacket, 243 pages.

Collection/delivery to be arranged with the donor.

Presented by Peter and Suzanne Greenhill, The Courthouse, Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL52 8HH.

Formerly “ The Shell Country Alphabet”. A broad-ranging book on countryside issues with drawings and coloured photographs in encyclopedic format.

In the 1960’s Geoffrey Grigson, a poet and author, travelled around Britian writing the story of the secret landscape all around us. From why Yew trees were planted in Church yards, to the best time to see a shooting star, this book will help you to look beyond the familiar sights of our landscape and discover the hidden, magical world that remains, just off the motorway.

A hardback book, 263 pages.

Collection/delivery to be arranged with the donor.

Presented by Edward Chadfield. The Woodlands, Balquhidder, Lochearnhead, Perthshire, FK19 8PB.

An African Cape Buffalo, one of the 'Big Five' taken by Edward Chadfield in Zambia on a safari expedition in 1992 with a double Manton .470. The head measures 76” from tip to tip via the boss. The shoulder mount was prepared by respected taxidermist Bob Goss of Oswestry.

An unusual and highly sought-after collector’s item in fantastic condition. The Buffalo forms part of Mr. Chadfield’s lifetime collection of memories from around the world. Horns, smaller taxidermy and collectables may also be available by separate negotiation with the donor.

Delivery / collection by arrangement with the donor.

Presented by Edward Chadfield. The Woodlands, Balquhidder, Lochearnhead, Perthshire, FK19 8PB.

A Greater Kudu from Twin Springs, Zimbabwe, taken by Edward Chadfield in 1998 with a TT Proctor .375. By standard SCI measurements, the horns are 48” long.

The shoulder mount was prepared by respected taxidermist Bob Goss of Oswestry.

Since the days of the British Empire, the kudu has been revered as the symbol of the African bushveldt, and this stunning collector’ s item has been kept in fantastic condition. The Kudu forms part of Mr. Chadfield’s lifetime collection of memories from around the world. Horns, smaller taxidermy and collectables may also be available by separate negotiation with the donor.

Delivery / collection by arrangement with the donor.

Presented by Edward Chadfield.

A beautiful hen grouse superbly mounted and preserved for posterity. Well preserved birds like these are not easy to come by and always make a wonderful addition to a gunroom or study.

Collection/delivery to be arranged with the donor.

Presented by Edward Chadfield.

This beautifully mounted pochard drake would make a fantastic addition to any gunroom or study.

While pochard are quite common, it is not easy to find mounted specimens for sale – particularly not in this excellent condition.

Collection/delivery to be arranged with the donor.