SALTERNS  SAILING  CLUB  

SILENT AUCTION RULES

• Bidding increments up to £100 - £5 increment • Bidding increments over £100 - £10 increment • Meryl Armitage will be monitoring the Silent Auction

and will be closing the auction at 4.00pm on Saturday 14th November 2015 and her decision on all bids will be final.

• Telephone/Absent bidding is welcome via your own appointed nominee

• All new bids must be higher than the previous bid by at least the minimum raise indicated above, in order to be valid.

• A bid is construed as a legal agreement to purchase the listed item(s) at the amount indicated. All bidders must be 18 years of age or above.

• All winning bids must be settled within two weeks or the item will go to the next highest bidder.

• In order to protect the integrity of all bidders, please do not scratch out bids. Bids may only be voided by Meryl due to valid bidding error. Please seek assistance if you find an invalid bid or make a mistake during bidding.

The auction will close at 4.00pm On Saturday 14th November 2015, at which time the highest bid on each bid sheet will be declared the winner. If conflict arises over identifying the last valid bid for an item(s), Meryl has the sole discretion to determine the winner.

 1. Luxury Villa In Antigua Kindly donated by Rupert and Victoria Ling  

   • A holiday Apartment in the renowned Caribbean sailing resort of Nonsuchbay

in Antigua (nonsuchbayresort.com). • Sleeps 4 in a 5 star 2 bed, 2 bathroom apartment, overlooking the beach, with

daily maid service available. • Nonsuch resort facilities include a private beach, 3 swimming pools, kids club,

and fantastic restaurant. On-site sailing club includes fabulous specialist kids tuition, and a wide selection of dinghies, keel boats and catamarans, plus kite surfing, wind surfing, canoeing and paddle boarding in a safe, secluded bay.

• Perfect for junior sailors. • Available for one week outside Christmas and New Year holidays by mutual

agreement to be booked in 2016. • Electricity payable by separate negotiation.    2. Gite In France

Kindly donated by Ian and Jane Gawn

 

• Deluxe Gite for 1 week in the delightful Vendee province of France, East of La Rochelle. Sleeps 6 + cot/small child, heated pool, value £550 per week.  

• www.holidaylettings.co.uk/rentals/vouvant/101634 • Nearest airports are La Rochelle and Poitiers. • Choice of 1 week in 2016, anytime May, June or September.

 3. Club Wembley Tickets for Capital One Cup Final

Kindly donated by Shane Armitage  

   • 4 tickets for the Capital One Cup Final on Sunday 28th February 2016. • Seats located in the prestigious Club Wembley within Wembley Stadium,

offering unrivalled views of the game.    4. Dinner at Home for up to 12 Guests Kindly donated by Claire Renton-Skinner & Meryl Armitage  

   • Put on your glad rags and invite your friends for a magical evening in your own

home. • Upon arrival they will be treated to pre dinner drinks and canapés, before sitting

down to be treated to a three course feast from our very own Cook in The Woods.

• We will deck your table in cloths, flowers and tea lights – your dining room will be transformed.

• Silver service all the way!! • Includes welcome drink, food and wine. • Tickets can be sold in pairs or you can buy the lot as a whole. So rally your

friends and bid now for a night to remember!! • Date to be agreed with Claire and Meryl for 2016.

 5. A Goody Bag and a Year’s Subscription

Kindly organised by Meryl Armitage  

   

• House and Garden – one of the UK’s most inspirational interior design magazines. It offers you all the important features you need to make your house stylish, wherever you live and to keep your garden a peaceful, private place.

• Enjoy the best of House & Garden every month when it drops on your doorstep every month for a whole year.

• You will also receive a goody bag of ‘money can’t buy treats’.    

6. A Goody Bag and a Year’s Subscription Kindly organised by Meryl Armitage

   

• World of Interiors – one of the UK’s most beautifully presented home interest magazines. It’s full of interesting features and design ideas to help inspire your next foray in to the world of home design. From stately homes to rural cottages, this top magazine gives you new and original ways to update your property using all the latest trends.

• Enjoy the best of House & Garden every month when it drops on your doorstep every month for a whole year.

• You will also receive a goody bag of ‘money can’t buy treats’.  

   

 7. The Dining Room at Chewton Glen – six course tasting dinner with

wine for four Kindly donated by Andrew Stembridge

 

• Enjoy a delicious six course Tasting Dinner with wines for four in The Dining Room at Chewton Glen. The menu is designed for the whole table and features the very best of local and seasonal produce.

• Valid Sunday - Thursday. Excludes December, Bank Holidays, School Holiday Periods, Xmas, New Year, Valentine's Day and Easter. Subject to availability and change. Once initially redeemed any outstanding amounts cannot be transferred to a future visit.

   8. Meze Spa Day for Two at Chewton Glen – Full Spa Day Journey

(Monday to Friday) Kindly donated by Andrew Stembridge

   

 • Includes breakfast box on arrival, full use of the award winning spa and

leisure facilities, lunch and refreshments throughout the day (excluding fresh fruit smoothies and alcoholic beverages) A 25 minute express facial, 45 minute back, neck and shoulder massage and your choice of a file and polish for hands or feet.

• Valid Monday-Friday. Guests must be aged 17 or over to use Spa facilities.

 9. Half a day on the Solent on a Cobra Rib

Kindly donated by Oliver Dunford  

   • A fun morning/afternoon on the solent for 6 people on a Cobra Rib driven by

Oliver Dunford. • A trip to the Needles? A walk along Hurst Spit? Lunch in Yarmouth? • Take your pick. • Date and times to be agreed directly with Oliver Dunford.    10. Dinghy Sailing Day

Kindly donated by David Smethurst, RYS Dinghy Instructor  

   • EITHER A day’s tuition by an RYA Dinghy Instructor OR a dinghy cruise with

instruction by David to a local picnic spot for one or two adults/teenagers. Ideal for parents that would like to try dinghy sailing, but David can be flexible.

• A Mutually convenient date in Spring 2015 to be agreed. • Approx value £250.      

 11. V.I.P Moppy Camp Experience

Kindly donated by the Salterns Committee

• This Special prize consists of your first choice of Moppy Camp 2015 for your

children, a car wash, guaranteed VIP parking space, a hot lunch for all the family and we will even make your cakes for you!

• NB: this prize does not include the Moppy Camp fees.    12. V.I.P Moppy Camp Experience

Kindly donated by the Salterns Committee  

  • This Special prize consists of your first choice of Moppy Camp 2015 for your

children, a car wash, guaranteed VIP parking space, a hot lunch for all the family and we will even make your cakes for you!

• NB: this prize does not include the Moppy Camp fees.          

 13. Moppy Camp Painting by Aimee Durnell

Kindly donated by Aimee Durnell  

   • A beautiful watercolour painted by local artist and author of Secret Marsh and

Secret Lymington. • It features Moppy Camp June 2014 and is mounted ready to frame as you

wish.

14. La Perle – Dinner for two Kindly donated by La Perle

   • La Perle is a family owned French bistro restaurant which serves classic

French dishes from a combination of fresh, tasty and locally sourced produce. • French born owner and Chef, Lionel Sene trained in renowned Michelin star

restaurants across France and is now delighted to bring his classic expertise to Milford on Sea.

• The dishes are inspired from authentic rustic dining and provide a little taste of France in a village in Hampshire.

 

   

15. The Raft – Breakfast for Two

Kindly donated by The Raft  

   • The Raft offers a relaxed cosmopolitan ‘bistro chic’ dining experience in Milford

on Sea. Serving a terrific breakfast, selection of pizzas, steak, fish and exciting European dishes using local ingredients: an inviting environment with incredibly friendly service!

   16. Experience the Powers of bareMinerals Kindly donated be Lee Etheridge  

   • A fantastic selection of makeup from the multi-award winning company

bareMinerals. • Makeup that not only makes you look good, but is also kind to your skin. • Approx value £150.

 17. Vinegar Hill Pottery

Kindly donated by David Rogers  

   

• Vinegar Hill Pottery is unique. It's a small family-owned pottery and bed and breakfast that's very much a family affair. Lucy Rogers oversees the management and day-to-day running of this delightful three-room accommodation. Meanwhile husband David is a gifted potter who runs his workshop from the premises and offers tuition to aspiring ceramic artists.

• We are delighted to have a unique piece of David’s work to auction for our Children In Need event.

   18. The Haven – dinner for two mid week with wine Kindly donated by the Haven, Lymington  

• The only restaurant with a sea view in Lymington, enjoy a delicious mid week meal for two including a bottle of house wine.

       

 19. Private Sailing Lesson Kindly donated by Hannah Snellgrove  

   

• A private sailing lesson with Hannah Snellgrove, past Commodore of Salterns and Laser sailor extraordinaire – twice National Radial Champion. A truly inspiring sailor. Ideal for anyone wanting to improve their laser sailing or learn more about racing.

• A date to be agreed with Hannah

   20. BAR team Signed Cap and Tshirt Kindly donated by Sir Ben Ainslie  

   

• Be one of only a select few to wear items of the coveted BAR team kit. • Incredibly smart black and red design will suit everyone!  

   21. BAR Tour around the America’s Cup Base in Portsmouth Kindly donated by Sir Ben Ainslie  

   • A unique opportunity for a tour around The BAR Landrover visitors centre in

Portsmouth. • The visitor centre showcases the sport, innovation, technology and

sustainability which will be at the heart of the base. Visitors will experience the construction and on-going operation of the team’s America’s Cup boats first-hand.

• Date to be agreed with Alejandra Real.

  22. Beaulieu family day ticket Kindly donated by Mary MontaguScott

• Family ticket for 4 to Beaulieu House and Motor Museum for the day valid until 31st March 20167 (not 2016).

• Approx. value £60.    

23. Bucklers Hard family ticket Kindly donated by Mary Montagu Scott    

   • Family ticket for 4 to Bucklers Hard museum for the day valid until March 2017

(not 2016). • Approx. value £30.    

 

24. Wild Camp Night for Ten Children Kindly donated by Manley Hopkinson

 

     

• A wild camp night with a difference. This is your chance to bid for five sets of two places in an exclusive group of ten.

• Will take place on a Saturday TBC in 2016 with Manley at Tanners Lane. • Kayak and paddle board down the creeks to the “wild camp” at Lymore corner

(tide dependent). • Pitch tents, sling hammocks, collect fire wood. Go hunting for sausages, baked

beans and goodies. Kill and eat the sausages etc. Camp fire, stories and wood craft.

• Wake up with the sun, breakfast. Break and clean camp. • "Leave only footprints, take only memories”.

25. Monthly Supply of Rocky Road Kindly donated by Claire Atherton  

   • Our very own Mary Berry will deliver her legendary Rocky Road to your door

every month for a year. • Imagine having this delicious treat to look forward to every month.

  26. Training Plan and Goal Setting Kindly donated by Valeria Sesto  

   • Valeria offers Endurance Athlete- Coaching & Events Services. • Be Inspired to bring your talent alive and let it grow beyond your limits with this

personalised training plan, periodization and goal setting: Advice on putting together a well balanced training schedule to work towards your goal or dream.

 27. Lamb Morning Kindly donated by Teddy at Battramsley Farm  

   • Experience the miracle of life, come and see the baby lambs being born in the

heart of the New Forest at Battramsley Farm on a mutually convenient day during the first three weeks in April 2016.

   

 28. Day Work Experience at Limewood with Luke Holder Kindly donated by Luke Holder  

   • Luke has worked in some of London's busiest and most exclusive restaurants

including Orrery, The Sloane Club, and the Oxo Tower on the South Bank. Luke then spent a year cooking in the Italian kitchen of Enoteca Pinchiorri, 3 Michelin stars, in the heart of Tuscany, Florence - this experience ultimately changed his philosophy on food forever and firmly placed his focus on cooking locally and seasonally, at the highest level.

• At Hartnett & Holder at the Limewood Hotel, Luke creates locally sourced English dishes with a respectful nod to the seasons and to Italian culinary ideologies. This collaboration is reflected in his fresh, confident approach ensuring that this is "fun dining, not fine dining".

• Enjoy a days work experience in one of the countries best and busiest kitchens. Luke will show you how everything gets prepped, dressed and ready for service. This is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity.

• Date to be agreed with Luke Holder.    

 29. Beautiful Seaside House in Key Haven Kindly donated by Chris and Kitty Cecil-Wright  

   • A long weekend in a beautiful seaside house in Key Haven. • Four double bedrooms, two bathrooms and a lovely beach. • Includes the use of a Lymington Pram, Canadian Kayak, two canoes and

rowing dinghies. • Dates to be agreed with Chris and Kitty Cecil-Wright.    30. Design Consultancy with Pad Studio – Emerging Architect of the

Year 2014 Kindly donated by Wendy Perring  

   • Award winning architectural practice, Pad Studio, offer a unique opportunity for

a two hour design consultancy with a member of their team. • Pad Studio’s work has received strong interest from both national and

international publications and has featured on Channel 4’s Amazing Spaces and BBC Two’s Building Dream Homes.

• Your consultancy could be for your interior, exterior or garden needs. • This is a truly unique opportunity.

 31. A Luxury Hamper of Prestat Chocolate Kindly donated by Simon Hill  

   • Prestat is one of London’s oldest chocolate shops. It has been awarded two

Royal Warrants. One from Her Majesty the Queen and one from her late Majesty, The Queen Mother.

• It is known as one of the world’s top chocolate shops and its products are also sold in leading stores throughout the UK.

• This is your opportunity to enjoy a luxury hamper of this delicious and decadent chocolate.

32. Butchery Course at Sway Butchers Kindly donated by David West  

   • Leading local butcher, David West will take you through a butchery course in

Sway. • During the two and a half hour session – usually on a Saturday afternoon, you

will learn skills to cut and bone either a pig, lamb or chicken or indeed a combination of all three.

• You will also have some goods to take home. • Approx value £80.

 33. Artwork from Resident Artist at The Observatory Kindly donated by Jilly Morris  

   

• Many of you will be aware of the Observatory which has been erected next to the Salterns Sailing Club on the sea wall.

• The Observatory is by its very nature, theatrical, eye-catching, unusual and unique - it aims to intrigue people to investigate, explore and strike up a dialogue with the artists. It is informal and allows for discovery and chance - a place that one can ‘stumble upon’.

• The Observatory has a number of rotating professional artists who interact with the landscape and develop a body of work connected to each place and context.

• We are delighted to offer a unique piece of artwork by the current resident artist Jilly Morris.

34. Lunch or Dinner for 4 with Wine at The Hut Kindly donated by Charlie Kearns  

   • Sitting on the beach at Colwell Bay, The Hut is a favourite summer time

destination for lunch and dinner with great views over The Solent. • Enjoy either lunch or dinner, with wine for 4 people. • Date and time to be agreed with Charlie.

 35. Christmas Wreath or Christmas Table Decoration Tuition Kindly donated by Elaine Meli  

             • Elaine is a local freelance florist and qualified floristry tutor and would like to

offer 2 hours 1:1 tuition in the winners home to make either a Christmas wreath or Christmas table decoration.

• Available dates are Friday 20th or 27th November, Monday 30th – Wednesday 2nd December, Monday 7th – Wednesday 10th December, Monday 14th – Wednesday 16th December.

• Elaine can do either during school hours or evenings.

 

36. A Break at The White Hart Hotel in Lewes Kindly donated by Clifford Ayris  

   • The White Hart Hotel, Lewes, is an historic coaching Inn with Tudor origins

situated right in the centre of Lewes, the County town of East Sussex. • The White Hart hotel has been a popular meeting place for centuries, and

today the hotel offers a blend of traditional and modern accommodation for visitors who are drawn to both Lewes and Sussex to pursue a variety of interests. Take advantage of our perfect location to walk on the South Downs, enjoy Opera at Glyndebourne, appreciate the art and literature at Charleston and Monks House, or simply visit the wonderful coastline nearby. The White Hart, Lewes, also boasts a good reputation for food and drink, and it makes an ideal venue for a short break. The neighbouring towns of Brighton and Eastbourne, with their own distinctive characters, are also well worth a visit whilst staying in Lewes.

• Complimentary entrance to the Harts leisure club with heated indoor swimming pool, spa and gym is available to hotel residents and a range of treatments are available by prior arrangement. Above all a warm welcome awaits.

• The White Hart is offering overnight accommodation, a 3 course candlelit dinner for 2 and breakfast.

• Expires 13th February 2016, excluding Christmas and New Year.

 37. Microsoft Goodies Kindly donated by Mark Atherton    

   

• Any 3 Microsoft Studio Xbox (or Xbox One) games from the following list: • Any Forza • Max: The Curse of Brotherhood • Any Halo • Ori and the Blind Forest • Crimson Dragon • Rare Replay • Gears of War Ultimate • State of Decay • Sunset Overdrive Season Pass

• PLUS one of:

• Microsoft Office 365 1 Year Subscription • Microsoft Office Home & Student for Mac or Windows • Windows 10 Home  

38. Giant Pumpkin Seed Kindly donated by Ian Paton    

• A giant seed from one of Pinetop Nurseries show winning giant pumpkins, plus

all the secrets one needs to grow a beast like the one in the photo.

 39. Scow Sailing Lesson Kindly donated by Rory Paton    

• Rory has won the scow racing at the Royal on numerous occasions and is offering a 2 hour lesson in a scow including how to rig up etc.

40. Optimist no 4860 Kindly donated by the Fowles    

• Perfect oppie for starting bronze fleet – everything you will need including shortened dagger board and a full length dagger board, cover and trolley. Worth at least £600. Reserve price £450.

 41. Two Sailing Lessons Kindly donated by Charlotte Bassett and Millie Melanaphy    

• Millie and Charlotte are both assistant instructor level SSC members and would like to offer two children 2 training lessons in any club boat.

42. Lino Cut Artwork Kindly donated by Pete Durnell

• Wonderful lino cut artwork of Hurst Spit. Framed and ready to hang.

 43. Full Body Massage Kindly donated by Fiona Rawlingson    

• Indulge yourself with a relaxing full body massage at The Beauty Rooms in

Lymington. • What better treatment can you have to the run up the busy Christmas period.

44. Four Tickets for Aston Villa v Southampton Kindly donated by Lee Richardson    

• Four tickets at the Aston Villa end of their home ground in Birmingham to watch

Aston Villa play Southampton on Saturday 23rd April 2016. Kick off 3pm.

 45. Giant Pudsey Bear Kindly donated by SSC    

• Your opportunity to take home your very own giant cuddly bear. 46. Giant Pudsey Bear Kindly donated by SSC    

• Your opportunity to take home your very own giant cuddly bear.

  47. Giant Pudsey Bear Kindly donated by SSC    

• Your opportunity to take home your very own giant cuddly bear.