Lots

Presented by Alec Swan:

A pair of handmade and fine quality Snap-caps. The donor is happy to supply a variety of materials and in any current calibre. The successful bidder will be put in touch directly with the donor.

Price to include postage direct from the maker.

Presented by Alec Swan:

A pair of handmade and fine quality Snap-caps. The donor is happy to supply a variety of materials and in any current calibre. The successful bidder will be put in touch directly with the donor.

Price to include postage direct from the maker.

Presented by Duncan Grant:

A mystery mixed case of 12 bottles of wine.

Delivered to the seller directly from the Wine Society.

Presented by John Styles:

A hand-crafted game bag made from pvc fabric with leather straps.

The bag is approximately 24 inches wide 15 inches high - a standard size bag with a back pocket to hold waterproof leggings. 

The bag will be delivered directly to the winning bidder.

Presented by Lucilla Noble, Fearann Eilean Iarmain, the Isle of Skye:

3 bottles of award-winning Gaelic Gins. The gins are distilled at Eilean Iarmain, in an illicit whisky still.

The Gaelic Gins have won medals in the IWSC - the International Wine and Spirit Competition - and also in the World Gin Awards.

You can read more of the story on the website: www.gaelicwhisky.com

Presented by Kevin Wharf:

1 kg of native wild flower seed collected from meadows in north Northumberland by Kevin Wharf.

The seed is dried, dressed and ready to sow.

It contains a wide range of species including Yellow rattle, Eyebright, Red clover, Ribwort plantain, Meadow buttercup, Bulbous buttercup, Betony, Cat’s ear, Rough hawkbit, Pignut etc.

Instructions will be provided on how and when to sow the seed.

Presented by Kevin Wharf:

1 kg of ready to sow Heather seed. 

Collected and dressed by Kevin Wharf from moors in the Cheviots. 

Instructions will be provided on how and when to sow the seed.

Presented by John Apthorp CBE:

A delightful treat from founder of Majestic Wines, John Apthorp CBE's, personal collection.

A 100% Sémillon, this 6 litre bottle is a an undeniable showstopper!

Presented by John Apthorp CBE:

A delightful treat from founder of Majestic Wines, John Apthorp CBE's, personal collection.

72% Cabernet Sauvignon and 28% Merlot, this jeroboam will serve as a wonderful conversation starter at any dinner party. 

Presented by John Apthorp CBE:

A delightful treat from founder of Majestic Wines, John Apthorp CBE's, personal collection.

Cabernet Sauvignon 72%, Merlot 20%, Cabernet Franc 6%, Petit Verdot 2%, this Double Magnum would make the perfect gift for any wine connoisseur.

Presented by Colin Sewart:

www.caledoniagundogsupplies.com

A beautiful leather cartridge bag, with game bag included.

Donor will post directly to the winning bidder.

Presented by Angus Collingwood-Cameron:

www.caspiancaviar.co.uk

Three of Caspian Caviar's best selling caviars presented in a stylish gift box, alongside a traditional bottle (0.7l) of Ukrainian Vodka, with free Mother of Pearl spoons and a cool bag. A fantastic gift for just about anybody, particularly as they have squeezed in one of their rather smart caviar keys.

Presented by Mark Spoor:

12 bottles of Chateau Ormes de Pez, Saint-Estephe, 2016.

The 2016 vintage is a blend of Merlot 52%, Cabernet Sauvignon 42%, Cabernet Franc 5% and Petit Verdot 1%.

Collection from Northumberland or London (by arrangement).

Presented by Director of The Heather Trust, Katrina Candy and artist Lynsay Hay:
 
Director of The Heather Trust, Katrina Candy and illustrator Lynsay Hay (www.facebook.com/lynsayhay/), have been kind enough to donate a piece of original artwork from their children's book, 'Captain Partridge and the Farm Monsters' Feast', together with a signed copy of the book.
 
This original, unframed artwork is the illustration for the front cover of the book, created in watercolour and mixed media on watercolour board and measuring approximately 76x50cm. This is a very collectible, unique and real money-can't-buy Lot!

This is the third book that Katrina has written for charity to help bridge the education gap between children, conservation and the countryside by creating engaging adventure stories.

Presented by Quiller Publishing:

With Britain’s islands holding a large proportion of the Earth’s stock of heather moorland, it is an extraordinary fact that it stands as one of the world’s rarest habitats.

A landscape beloved by millions, it’s renowned for the tranquillity and solace it provides – however, this tranquillity is an illusion. Britain’s moorlands have, in less than a decade, moved from a position of benign consensus to the epicentre of the bitterest conflict within UK conservation.

This insightful book sets out to examine and expose the hidden issues surrounding UK moorland conservation, giving a voice to the many people who work and live there and who feel that what they have to say is often ignored, if it’s even heard at all.

The fate of our uplands is in our hands, and it is important that an alternative narrative, from the perspective of the practitioners who have cared for these places for generations, are considered.

It may be that those with power chose to ignore these facts and sweep them away, but at least now they cannot say they didn’t know.

Presented by Tim Bowie:

A large photographic print of a hen harrier. Hunting Harrier by Marc Slootmaekers was "highly commended" in an Natural History Museum annual wildlife photography competition, from where it was originally purchased by the donor.

The image is printed on high quality photo paper, glazed. It is framed & very striking measuring 63cm deep by 83cm wide and should appeal to anyone who loves the uplands or British birds.

It would be a lovely addition to an office or shoot room.

Presented by Graham Hull:

A canvas photo print of a curlew in flight by Tarquin Millington-Drake.

Size: 95cm x 70cm.

Delivery / collection will be arranged following the auction.

Presented by Graham Hull:

A canvas photo print of a red grouse by Tarquin Millington-Drake.

Size: 95cm x 70cm.

Delivery / collection will be arranged following the auction.

Presented by Matilda Hall:

Four non-fiction titles from her personal collection:

1.      Sir Walter Raleigh: in Life and Legend, by Mark Nicholls and Penry Williams, Continuum, 2001.
2.     Stanley, the Impossible Life of Africa’s Greatest Explorer, by Tim Jean, Faber and Faber, 2007. Signed and inscribed; BBC Radio Book of the Week Sunday Times  Biography of the Year for 2007,  US National Book Critics' Award for Biography in 2008.
3.    Germany, Memories of a Nation by Neil MacGregor, Allan Lane, 2014
4.    The Armenian Massacres on Ottoman Turkey: a Disputed Genocide, by Guenter Lewy, University of Utah Press, 2015. 

Presented by Mel Shand:

www.melshand.com

A stunning boxing hare print by renowed wildlife artist Mel Shand.

The print will be sent rolled and is signed.

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 2 more hiding away in our offices.  We therefore have 2 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 £20.00 (including postage & packing).

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 2 more hiding away in our offices.  We therefore have 2 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 £20.00 (including postage & packing).

Presented by Paul Chapman of HornbyChapman Ltd:
www.hornbychapman.com

A hosted round for three people on Gullane Number 1 course, to include breakfast and lunch, at a date to be mutually agreed, valid for twelve months.

Gullane Golf Club

Golf has been played over the links at Gullane for more than 350 years. Today, Gullane Golf Club is one of Scotland's most prestigious member clubs, mixing the finest tradition with some of the most admired natural links land in the world.

Gullane No. 1 Course

Gullane No. 1 (1884) has a long history of hosting national and international championship golf events, including the 2018 Aberdeen Standard Investments Scottish Open and Ladies Scottish Open, the Aberdeen Asset Management Scottish Open in 2015 as well as Local Final Qualifying for the Open Championship at neighbouring Muirfield.

Carved into the ancient links turf with smooth-running greens, pot bunkers and wispy grasses Gullane No. 1 is a unique challenge for all golfers. Add to that the fabulous views across to Edinburgh, the Firth of Forth, Fife and beyond and you have one of the world's most cherished golfing experiences.

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 2024.

Self-catering accommodation (sleeps 4 in twin bed rooms) is included for one night, subject to availability.

Presented by Roy Fishwick:

Morning or Evening stalk for roe doe for a novice during the 2024/25 season.

Will include a safety demonstration and time for a target session on the range.

This will then be followed by an accompanied stalk, which will most likely be high seat based.

Estate rifle available.