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ANNUAL DINNER & AUCTION Wednesday 14th November 2018 Fishmongers’ Hall, London Bridge

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ANNUAL DINNER

& AUCTION

Wednesday 14th November 2018 Fishmongers’ Hall, London Bridge

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THE GREAT SALMON & TROUT

CONSERVATIONAUCTION 2018

14th November

www.salmon-trout.org

Auctioneer: Neil Freeman, Esq.

Registered Charity No. 1123285Charity registered in Scotland SC041584

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Welcome to the 2018 Salmon & Trout Conservation Annual Fundraising Dinner.

We work to protect and improve the overall environment of rivers for wild fish, focussing particularly on water quality and quantity; and to protect wild migratory fish. We have had a busy year. I give two examples:

The Scottish Parliamentary Committee Inquiries into salmon farming, which we were instrumental in securing and to which we gave detailed evidence, should be close to completion by the time you read this. We have already had the report of the Environment Committee which was strongly critical of the way in which salmon farming is currently operated in Scotland. They concluded that, “The status quo is not an option” and that, “The current consenting and regulatory framework .. is inadequate to address the environmental issues.” This is in itself a very significant step forward. We anticipate that the Rural Economy and Connectivity Committee report will also be critical and will make recommendations for significant change. It is crucial that we keep up the pressure over the next few years to ensure that those recommendations are implemented effectively and promptly, and to prevent unsustainable expansion of open cage farms in the interim.

Our River Fly Census has used three years of professional analysis of aquatic insects down to species level

to provide a detailed picture of the health of rivers. This will provide both a basis for lobbying for recognition of the true state of these rivers and the need for policy improvements; and an indication of particular problems and the likely causes, to provide a basis for action. The survey work has now been completed for 12 rivers and reports are being produced for each one. The task now is to extend this survey work to more rivers using a mixture of professionals and trained volunteers, and to use the results to support our programme of persuasion and action.

We do not receive any government funding and so the successes of the last year, and our continuing work to protect wild fish and their environment, is totally dependent upon our members, private donors and charitable foundations. That is why tonight is so important.

I hope you will have a very enjoyable evening, and please be generous in both the silent and live auctions. Our ability to continue with this important work depends on you!

Message from our Chairman, William Hicks Q.C.

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I am really sorry not to be with you tonight. I intended to come and help celebrate your 115 years of extremely worthwhile existence but it has become impossible so I hope you have a great evening and that you will loosen your purse strings for some really amazing auction items, thereby supporting essential work to protect our rivers and their dwindling native inhabitants.

Our rivers are subjected to excessive abstraction and pollution from plastics, pesticides, herbicides, silage sap, road salt, phosphates and nitrates and their ecosystems are being attacked by non-native species like the signal crayfish and demon shrimp. Meanwhile, our wild salmon and sea trout stocks are being decimated by lice from the burgeoning salmon farming industry and are sharing their redds with thousands of farmed salmon escapees. We need government to take action before it is too late.

S&TC have done great work in trying to force the Scottish Government to take action on salmon farms, while the water quality initiative and river fly census has been successful in demonstrating the multiple problems in our rivers - problems that cannot be ignored. This has been achieved

with dedication backed up by sound science; the vital ingredients. I hope the new Agricultural Bill will reflect our findings and help to turn the tide by providing incentives for farmers and land managers to reverse at least some of the damage.

I hope the new HQ proves a great success and I would like to say a big thank you to Hardy’s for their help and commitment to our cause.

Message from the President, His Grace the Duke of Northumberland

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The Silent Auction - How to Bid

[email protected] www.givergy.com

How to use the Givergy tablet platformMax bidding

Scroll throughthe items

Enteryour bid

Watch the screens

All screens around the room will beupdated instantly with the ‘New highest bid’ message.

Accepted!

You will be informed that your bid has been accepted.

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Make your choice

Select your name& create your pin

You create your 4-digit pin the first time you use the system.

If you are not on thesystem please tell the Givergy event staff, or tap‘Register’.

For the item you would like to bid on simply tap the ‘Place Bid’ button.

Start by having a lookthrough the auction items on offer.

For more information andan image of each itemtap your chosenitem.

Enter the amount you would like to bid and then tap ‘Anonymous’ or ‘Confirm’ to submit.

For a snapshot of your bidding activity tap on ‘My Bids’.

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Please Note:

1. All sporting lots are to be taken during the 2019 season unless otherwise specified, and buyers must abide by the dates designated by the donors. If the buyers subsequently wish to change these dates, it is not incumbent upon donors to accommodate these changes, although every effort will be made to be helpful. S&TC is not obliged to refund any monies in this event.

2. Buyers MUST adhere to all the rules that apply to the lot purchased as specified in the lot description.

3. S&TC cannot undertake any delivery of items purchased. All items MUST either be taken by the buyer tonight (14th November 2018), or collected from Fishmongers’ Hall Reception no later than Friday 16th November 2018. In no circumstances are either S&TC or Fishmongers’ Hall and staff to be held responsible for any loss or damage to items left on the premises.

THE GREAT SALMON & TROUT

CONSERVATIONAUCTION 2018

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1S. A day and a night salmon and sea trout fishing for one rod on the Dovey, guided by Andy NicholsonWell known angling writer, broadcaster, TV presenter and Angling News Editor, Andy Nicholson, will guide one rod for a day’s salmon fishing followed by a night’s sea trout fishing on an exclusive and highly productive 15-mile beat. This is a beat Andy knows very well, as it is where he filmed his classic video, The Enigmatic Sea Trout. The River Dovey needs no introduction to sea trout anglers - an internationally famous river with a rich history of producing seriously big sea trout. The opportunity to fish on the New Dovey Association water with an experienced game angler is one not to be missed. Accommodation is not included but Andy will advise the successful bidder on where to stay locally if required. To be taken during the 2019 season on a mutually convenient date.

Guide price: £350.00Donated by: Andy Nicholson Esq. www.anglingnews.net

2S. A MacAngus for two - stalk a roebuck, fish for salmon and flight duck, all in one dayThis is a unique opportunity for two sportspeople each to achieve the much sought after MacAngus, on Stracathro Estate, on the East Coast of Scotland. Each will stalk a roebuck, fish for salmon and flight duck all in one day. Two Estate rifles and fishing rods can be provided if required, with full tuition and ghillying. A picnic lunch will be provided in the fishing hut on the North Esk. This auction lot would suit either the experienced or the beginner. Accommodation is not included but can be arranged. To be taken in September / October 2019, by mutual agreement.

Guide Price: £1000.00Donated by: Hughie Campbell Adamson Esq.

PART 1: The Silent Auction

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3S. Four days for two rods (or two days for four rods) Salmon fishing on the DeeFour days for two rods on different beats of the Dee, for two days on each beat. Alternatively, four rods may fish for two days, as each beat has the capacity for two rods. The beats are at Knappach, a few miles downstream of Banchory, and on Drumnagesk. Both beats have superb fly water, are relatively private, lightly fished and ideal for floating line fishing. Fishing by arrangement with the donor in the 2019 season.

Guide Price: £600.00Donated by: Victor Beamish Esq. and John Pelly Esq.

4S. An original oil painting by David MillerFor those fascinated by fish and watery places, David needs little introduction - his beautiful works in print form have graced countless anglers’ walls. For many years his work has featured on both the Environment Agency’s coarse and migratory fish licences. This year, we are lucky enough to have an original work by David. David’s subject matter in this instance is a sea trout - an exclusive opportunity to own a unique piece of artwork by a superb fish artist. 

Guide price: £600.00Donated by: David Miller Esq.

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5S. Two days guided spring salmon fishing for four rods on the River TummelTwo days guided prime spring salmon fishing for four rods on the lower River Tummel (The Tay’s main spring tributary), to be taken between the 1st of March and 31st of May 2019.

Guided by Corin Smith (www.wildrisecompany.com); all tackle and gear can be provided. The lot includes three nights self-catering accommodation.

Guide Price: £2000.00Donated by: The Wild Rise Company

6S. One day for one gun flighting pink footed geese on Cockerham Marsh, Morecambe BayFlighting Pink Footed Geese on Cockerham Marsh on Morecambe Bay, south of Lancaster, guided by the donor. The purchaser needs to be sound in wind, limb and have appropriate insurance! A capacity for concealment and a fondness for mud are also desirable. The plan will be to go to the marsh pre-dawn, and flight the geese as they leave the roost on the high sands and go inland to feed at dawn. Whilst there are plenty of geese - 5,000-30,000 for much of last season - nothing is guaranteed, apart from mud and hardcore bird watching. This will be an experience which you will not forget. If the purchaser is game, we can repeat the process when the geese return at night.

The donor can provide an 8 bore, 10 bore or a semi-auto 12 bore and cartridges if required. Expected bag on average is half a goose! Doubtless, it will be hard work, but wildfowling is arguably the wildest, most fascinating and exhilarating sport of all! Are you ready for a serious dose of ”goose fever”? Date by arrangement in the 2019/2020 fowling season between 1st October and 25th January, excluding Saturdays

Guide price: £600.00Donated by: Ian Coghill Esq.

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7S. Fishing for two rods on the Bishopstoke stretch of the ItchenOne day for two rods on four beats (4 miles) of a private fishery on the River Itchen. This is an opportunity to fish one of the world’s premier chalk streams in idyllic surroundings and, as this is a members-only water, this is truly a money can’t buy lot. Not only will the rods be hosted by the Club’s President, Robert Miles, but will also be treated to a picnic lunch to support this unique opportunity to fly fish for trout and grayling. To be taken after Ist July 2019.

Guide price: £700.00Donated by: The Bishopstoke Fishing Club

8S. One day for two, or two days for one, on the Rouloir River, NormandyOne day for two rods or two days for one rod on the Fario Club’s beat of the Rouloir River in Normandy. Half a mile double-bank fishing at la Croisille Mill, near Conches en Ouche and Evreux. Picnic lunch & guide included. Wild Brown trout only, dry-fly or upstream nymph fishing preferred. The karst geology, forested catchment, low levels of pesticide and fertilizer pollution result in very good fly life with fish rising all day. B&B available on site at additional cost. For those wishing to make a longer trip, there is other fishing nearby - The river Iton, for example (to be taken at the purchaser’s own cost). Fishing to be taken between 1st May and 10 September 2019.

Guide Price: £250.00Donated by: International Fario Club

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9S. A day’s salmon fishing for two rods on the world-famous Royalty Fishery, Hampshire AvonAn Avon salmon is one of the most sought-after quarries in the game fishing world. With many multi-sea-winter chrome salmon running the Royalty every year, there is the potential for a fish well in excess of 20lbs. This is a very rare opportunity to fish the river’s most prolific beat. A day for two rods on a Saturday, to be agreed with the donor during the 2019 season. This beat is syndicated and therefore impossible to fish for the general public during this exclusive period. With fly only until May 15th and spinning up to 16th June, the best months for the revered “Avon springer” being April to May.

Guide price: £600.00Donated by: Jason Lewis Esq.

10S. A two night fishing break for two at the Arundell Arms Hotel

The winning bidder will have 20 miles of private fishing spread over 7 rivers at what is arguably the most famous fishing hotel in England. The lot includes two nights for two people in either a double or a twin room, with breakfast plus fishing for two rods for two days on any of the hotel’s 20 private beats. There are two resident fishing instructors on hand to guide and help you find the best spots. You have three dining options during your stay. You may eat in the award-winning restaurant, with its chandeliers and high ceilings; the hotel bar for more relaxed bistro style

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dining; or try the adjacent village pub which, in a former life, was the village police station. All three serve great tasting, freshly cooked food, sourced from local suppliers. This lot may be taken at any time in 2019 (subject to availability) and includes room, breakfast, and fishing. Other meals, drinks and fishing instruction/ghillies are available at an extra charge.

The Arundell Arms Hotel has been one of England’s premier fishing hotels for more than half a century, with the previously mentioned 20 miles of its own water on the Tamar and six of its tributaries. These are spate rivers that rise on the moors and flow through woods, farmland, becoming larger, deepening, providing an almost infinite variety of water, with long slow pools, gravelly runs and stickles, fast shallows and open glides. Here you are alone all day, fishing a mile of river for wild brown trout - shy fish that rise savagely to the fly. In the late spring the first salmon arrive and by mid-summer, shoals of sea trout bring out the night fishers.

Guide Price: £600.00Donated by: The Arundell Arms Hotel

11S. Two days Sea Trout and Salmon fishing, each on a different beat for two rods on the Abercothi Estate on the Towy, CarmarthenshireTwo consecutive days (can include Sundays) to be agreed with the purchaser to be taken between June and October 2019. Abercothi Estate, River Towy

The Abercothi Estate has three beats on the River Towy. This lot is for two rods to fish for two days on a different beat each day, fly only (except for spinning in high water). There is an excellent run of salmon and sea trout on this river, with a very good chance of a large sea-trout. A ghillie is available to assist (tips only). Accommodation is not included but the fishing lodge may be available to rent.

Guide Price: £600.00 Donated by: Sir Edward Dashwood Bt.

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12S. A day’s accompanied fishing for two rods on Piscatorial Society watersA day’s accompanied chalkstream fishing for two rods on the Society’s Waters on River Avon, Itchen, Test or Wylye. Date to be agreed for the 2019 season.

Guide Price: £600.00Donated by: The Piscatorial Society

13S. One day dry fly trout fishing for two rods on the Itchen at OvingtonA rarely available and very special day on a privately owned beat on the upper Itchen at Ovington. This lightly fished double-bank beat is just over 1/2 mile long and offers superb sport for wild brown trout and grayling. Dry fly only on a day in September 2019 by mutual arrangement. Wading preferred.

Guide price: £600.00Donated by: Bo Ivanovic Esq.

14S. Charles Jardine guides two rods on Chilland beat, Upper ItchenWell known fishing writer, author and artist, Charles Jardine, will guide two rods for a day on a privately owned beat, Chilland, on the Upper Itchen. Chilland is about a mile long and includes both banks, is private and has a superb hut. The dry fly fishing is excellent with decent hatches and plenty of wild brown trout and grayling. Wild brownies of over two pounds are regularly caught. Sir Edward Grey, the Foreign Secretary at the start of WWI, used to fish the beat and the ruins of his cottage are nearby. Dates by arrangement in 2019.

Guide price: £800.00Donated by: Nick Measham Esq. and Andrew Impey Esq.

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15S. Original drawing of your favourite pet by Eleanor MeashamAs a practising architect in New York, Eleanor spends her days immersed in design.

Her love of drawing started at an early age and now many of her patrons have generations of pets portrayed by her. There are walls of corgi, labrador and terrier portraits rubbing shoulders with chickens and more surprising pets.

Eleanor’s beautiful pencil drawings now include rivers, ancient monuments and buildings. Whilst Eleanor was at Yale studying her Masters Architecture, she won the architectural drawing prize. Subsequently, drawings from her studies in Rome have been purchased for the Hearst Foundation Collection in New York.

Eleanor will do a portrait of your treasured pet. They may be the Best in Breed at Crufts, or the waggiest woof at the village fete, or simply the most beloved pooch EVER. Whatever the pet, whatever the breed, have them immortalised. These drawings make fantastic Christmas presents, anniversary presents or a moment of deserved self-indulgence. Eleanor’s pet portraits are much sought after and are a treasured reminder of a loved companion.

Guide price: £500.00Donated by: Eleanor Measham

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16S. A magical day for two on the Derbyshire Wye with Stuart CroftsA day for two rods on the exclusive Cressbrook and Litton waters of the Derbyshire Wye with well-respected angling entomologist and fly fishing guide, Stuart Crofts. This limestone stream is, in Stuart’s opinion, the finest insect-driven fly fishing water in the U.K. Part of the day will be spent looking at the amazing richness of the invertebrates in this river and the remainder will be spent trying to catch its wily trout. To be taken on Monday 20th May 2019. Please do not bid if you cannot make this date.

Guide price: £750.00Donated by: Donated by Stuart Crofts Esq. and Cressbrook & Litton Flyfishers Club

17S. Two day’s Hind stalking for two gunsTwo day’s Hind Stalking for two guns on Lochairlort Estate - a stunning and unspoilt estate situated on the Scottish west coast between Fort William and Mallaig, with views out to the Hebrides. The guns will be accompanied by a stalker, and the use of an estate rifle (if needed) and argocat are included. This lot also includes B&B accommodation at the Lochairlort Inn (www.lochairlortinn.co.uk). To be taken either in December 2018 or December 2019 by mutual arrangement.

Guide price: £750.00Donated by: Fin and Game www.finandgame.com

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18S. Two days for three rods on the Tyne and the TweedTwo consecutive days fishing for three rods in September 2019 on His Grace, The Duke of Northumberland’s own beats. Monday 2nd September on the North Tyne, Countess Park, followed by 3rd September on Tweed at Dryburgh. Accommodation is not included, but the donor can advise the winning bidder on local accommodation.

Guide price: £1750.00Donated by: Our President, the Duke of Northumberland

19S. One week for two rods Salmon and Sea Trout fishing on the river StrathySalmon and sea trout fishing for two rods on 2.5 miles of private fishing and shared access to an additional 3 miles of this unspoilt Sutherland spate river. The fully furnished Gamekeeper’s Cottage on the river is also included in the offer, and access to several noted trout lochs in the catchment can be arranged. There is no full-time guide, but this assistance can be arranged. Catch and Release only, one-week Sunday to Sunday in early summer 2019, dates to be agreed with the donors. For more information, check out: www.bowside.co.uk

Guide price: £1250.00Donated by: Vanya Hackel and Vicki Cooke for The Bowside Partnership

20S. A day’s fishing for two rods on the Linhay Meads Beat, on the River Test (near Timsbury). Guided by well-known fishing writer and broadcaster, Tom FortA day’s fishing, on a weekday by mutual arrangement, to be taken after 1st July 2019 and before 30th September 2019. For two rods on the Linhay Meads Beat, fishing will be subject to the rules and conditions of the Fishery. A delightful stretch set in beautiful countryside.

Guide Price: £500.00 Donated by: Mark & Tina Clarfelt

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21S. Sterling silver leaping salmon pendent with sapphire eyesA sterling silver chain suspends a handcrafted solid silver pendent depicting a leaping salmon with dazzling sapphire eyes. The craftspeople at Patrick Mavros have excelled themselves in the manufacture of this piece specifically for our auction.

Patrick Mavros - The African Luxury Brand

The Patrick Mavros brand was founded 35 years ago when the then-soldier, Patrick, carved a pair of earrings for his wife, Catja. She wore them to the hair salon, where the hairdresser fell in love with them and instantly requested a pair for herself. From this loving gift, the business was born into what is recognised today as a uniquely African and distinctively exotic, luxury brand. The Mavros sons, Alexander, Forbes, Patrick Jnr and Benjamin are also all passionately involved in the business. From day one the boys were engrossed in the workshop, experimenting with materials and designs: starting with heavy rough-hewn rock crystals they dug up from the farm, suspended them from fishing line for their adoring and patient mother to wear!

Marrying intricate craftsmanship with an intrepid family heritage, the Mavros family have not only designed some of the most extraordinary creations in Africa but have also created around them an environment just as magical and bold.

At home, the workshops, the family homestead, the wildlife sanctuary and the studio are all built to form a small village on the family estate in the wild hills outside Harare in Zimbabwe.

As a business that is passionate about conservation on a global scale, the team at Patrick Mavros were very keen to support S&TC and our work across the UK.

Guide price: £350.00Donated by: Patrick Mavros Esq.

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22S. 3 days Salmon Fishing for one rod on the Jökla river IcelandA fantastic opportunity to fish for Salmon on the Jökla River in Iceland.

The Jökla system lies just to the north of Egilsstaðir town and runs a 100 km course from the eastern slopes of the Vatnajokull glacier to the sea. Jökla can be ideal for fishing with a single-hand rod, though the successful bidder should come equipped with both single and double handed rods. Popular flies being red and black Frances, Friggi, Sunray Shadows and Cascades. Included is accommodation, food and fishing. N.B. The services of a Guide and 4x4 transfers around the river are available at extra cost and arrangement with the Donor.

There are specific dates for this lot - 11-14 July, 20-23 July and 26-29 July 2019, There is the possibility of dates in August 2019 at the time of printing these were not available from the donor.

Guide price: £1350.00Donated by: Throstur Ellidason Esq.

23S. Three days in September 2019 for two rods on the River ThursoThree days prime salmon fishing for two rods in September 2019 on the River Thurso, Caithness’s premier salmon river, with personal ghillie included. Exact dates in September to be mutually agreed. Three nights B&B accommodation for two sharing a double or twin room at the extensively refurbished Ulbster Arms Hotel in Halkirk. Further information via: www.thursoriver.co.uk and www.ulbsterarmshotel.co.uk

Guide price: £1500.00Donated by: Thurso River Ltd

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24S. A week’s mid-summer fishing for three rods on the Upper OykelThree rods (one rotating beat) for the week of 17 June 2019 on the upper section of the River Oykel, one of the far north’s leading salmon rivers. Varied fishing in dramatic and often rugged terrain. Oykel Bridge Hotel is recommended/preferred hotel for accommodation (not included in the lot).

Guide price: £500.00Donated by: Oykel Fishings

25S. Three days for four rods on the River NaverThree days fishing (Thursday 28th February to Saturday 2nd March 2019 inclusive) for four rods on two different two-rod beats – one of six (rotating) beats and the Private Water, to include ghillie, on Northern Sutherland’s most prolific salmon river. Accommodation is provided in Skelpick Lodge for a maximum of 8 people for 4 nights (from Wednesday 27th February). Rods rotate Naver beats, but not the Private Water. Fly only and catch and release. www.skelpickandrhifailestates.com

Guide price: £1500.00Donated by: The Lopes family

26S. Prime spring salmon fishing for two rods on the Private Beat of the River ThursoLate spring salmon fishing for two rods for three days (Thursday April 25 to Saturday April 27 2019 inclusive) on the spectacular and revered Private Beat of the River Thurso, Caithness’s premier salmon river. Ghillie available by arrangement. For further beat information, see: www.thursoriver.co.uk/showcontent.aspx?page=pb_information

Guide price: £1000.00Donated by: Lord Thurso

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27S. A week’s late April spring fishing for three rods on the River HalladaleSpring salmon fishing for three rods (one beat) from April 22nd to 27th 2019 inclusive on the Halladale, a classic north Highland spate river (five year average of 590). Exciting and varied fishing over four rotational beats. The estate can provide a first class ghillie if required and quality cottage accommodation is available (neither included in lot). For further information, see www.strathhalladale.com

Guide price: £700.00Donated by: The Strathhalladale Partnership

28S. A day shooting for two guns at the famous Cefngwyn HallCharles Grisedale donates a day for 2 guns to join a team at Cefngwyn Hall. A passionate lifelong conservationist, Mr Grisedale has, for 40 years, been digging ponds and improving habitat for wildfowl in Wales. His justly famous Cefngwyn Hall provides testing duck shooting for the guns. Expect hot barrels and exciting shots. No overages. Expected team bag is 300 birds (skill required). This lot is for 2 guns but more guns can be arranged with the estate at cost. To be taken by mutual arrangement in the 2019 / 2020 season. Check out Jonathan McGee’s wonderful film on Youtube - search “Cefngwyn Hall Duck Hunt”

Guide price: £1300.00 Donated by: Charles Grisedale Esq.

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29S. Three days Salmon or Sea Trout fishing on the River Earn on the Tay system in 20193 days for 3 rods chasing salmon and seatrout on a private beat of the River Earn in autumn 2019. Accommodation is not included in this lot, but the donor can advise good accommodation locally. Big runs of fresh fish enter the Tay and the River Earn in the late summer and autumn. Most fish are grilse of around 6-10lbs or salmon of between 15-20lbs, with the prospect of fish up to 30lbs. Unlike the spring and summer runs, these fish are not going to spawn in the highland tributaries but accumulate in the main stem of the Tay and its lower tributaries like the Earn, offering excellent fishing opportunities. The biggest catches of the season are often taken at this time. More and more chrome-bright fresh-run fish have been caught in recent years right up to the end of the season and, indeed, continue running after it.

To be taken by mutual arrangement in the 2019 season.

Guide Price: £1170.00Donated by: Dr. Simon Wright, Macintyre & Thomson

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30S. Fishing & Feasting on the TestFly fishing for 2 rods, outside of the Mayfly period, on the Greyhound’s beat of the river Test. This beat sits on the famous Houghton Club Water immediately upstream of Stockbridge. The Greyhound Inn abuts the prestigious Houghton Club’s ‘Bends Beat’ a short cast across the water meadow. Double-bank fishing with a beautiful hatch pool. Pop into the inn for a pint at half time!

The lot includes lunch or dinner for four and, if the weather permits, the Inn can lay the private riverside table on the fishing hut’s patio for an alfresco fly fishing supper with partners. (Drinks not included). Booking subject to availability. Bookings to be made prior to April 30th 2019. The Greyhound won the 2014 Michelin Pub of the Year Award, and the 2016 Countryside Alliance / Country Living Best Fishing Pub of the Year Award, so the successful bidder can be assured of a true feast for the party. www.thegreyhoundonthetest.co.uk

Guide price: £450.00Donated by: Ms. Lucy Townsend

31S. One day for 2 rods fishing an exclusive beat of the River Itchen for wild trout and grayling at Kings Worthy and Fulling Mill, just upstream of WinchesterThis is the Itchen beat favoured by fishing luminaries including John Goddard, Peter Lapsley and Brian Clarke. The fishing is challenging but rewarding and the beat does have a tremendous mayfly hatch. Wading is permitted and necessary in some sections. Accompanied by Ian Hawkins, whose home water is the River Lark in Suffolk. Date by arrangement but can include mayfly time, 2019 season.

Guide Price: £300.00Donated by: Mrs Rochienne Pearce and Ian Hawkins Esq.

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32S. One day’s Woodcock, Snipe and Wild Bird Shooting for 2 guns, North WalesAway from the formality of traditional driven game shooting, Wales offers some of the very best opportunities to shoot walked-up wild quarry, including both woodcock and snipe, as well as wild pheasants and wildfowl. One day for 2 Guns walked-up woodcock, snipe and wild bird shooting in North-West Wales with an optional evening wild duck flight. Breakfast, coffee, packed lunch and refreshments provided. Guns may bring their own dogs if they so desire or a suitable gundog can be arranged.

To be taken on a mutually agreeable date during the 2019-2020 season.

Guide price: £400.00Donated by: Gethin Jones Esq.

33S. Two Rods Salmon Fishing for three days at Tulchan Estate on the Spey in SeptemberTwo rods to fish for three days at the famous Tulchan Estate on the Spey. Tulchan Lodge was completed in 1906 to the order of George McCorquodale, a printer and publisher by trade, who had previously been a frequent guest of the banker Sir Philip Sassoon who was a close friend and financial adviser to HM King Edward VII. Sir Philip was, for many years, the shooting and fishing tenant at Tulchan Lodge which was the “fishing box” of the Earls of Seafield who, at that time, owned over 1,280,000 acres in the United Kingdom. Tulchan Estate, in the heart of the Highlands, is the sporting person’s dream. Its 22,000 acres provide exceptional shooting opportunities alongside 8 miles of fishing on the world-renowned Spey.

Visitors to the Estate follow a long line of distinguished guests including King Edward VII, King George V and King George VI who all loved and appreciated the beautiful setting, extraordinary hospitality and sporting pursuits of one of the leading Scottish Estates.

Date to be mutually agreed with the donor in September 2019

Guide price: £1224.00Donated by: Tulchan Estate

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34S. A Hampshire Fishing SafariA fantastic opportunity for three rods to fish for Hampshire’s two most notable sport fish; the brown trout and sea bass – Day one will see the successful bidders fly fishing on the Chalkstreams for brown trout, with a riverside picnic lunch, tackle supplied by arrangement. You will then stay at The White Horse hotel in Romsey with its famous in-house Silks restaurant and by prior arrangement, the chef can prepare your catch of the day. On Day two you will be departing from Lymington Quay aboard SouthxSouthwest, the purpose built 23’ Trophy bass fishing boat to target fish on both fly and lure. Your skipper/guide will be Rob Thompson, who has more than 30 years’ experience bass fishing the waters of the Solent and Isle of Wight. The boat carries all the fly and lure equipment required for your day and lunch will be supplied by the three rosette award winning Elderflower restaurant. Dates by arrangement.

Guide price: £1200.00Donated by: Neil Freeman, Chalk Stream Fishing Ltd and Rob Thompson, SouthxSouthwest Sport Fishing

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35S. An invitation for 2 guests to the Cartmel RacesTo be hosted in the Chairman’s Marquee on a meet to be selected from the May, July or August 2019 dates. Hot and cold refreshments throughout the day. The Marquee is located right next to the Parade Ring. This is a very rare opportunity, as The Chairman’s Marquee is by invitation only.

Guide Price: £550.00Donated by: Lord Cavendish

36S. A box of Highland Cattle BeefA box of Highland Cattle beef from Borland Farm, Perthshire. Hung for at least 21 days, butchered and delivered unfrozen to the customer, the box contains assorted cuts including fillet, ribeye and rump steaks, topside, silverside, stewing and braising steak, rolled brisket, mince, sausages and burgers.

Guide Price: £160.00Donated by: Jean Howman

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37S. A visit to Hampshire to view the Cresswell Collection of Classic Salmon and Trout Flies and lunch in the Mayfly Public House [near Chilbolton and close to Stockbridge]The collection contains:

• original salmon flies tied by Kelson, Pryce-Tannatt, Rogan, Megan Boyd etc

• a comprehensive range of examples of identified salmon fly patterns tied between about 1890 and 1950 by Hardy, Farlows, Malloch, Forrest etc

• original trout flies tied by the Lunn family, Sawyer etc, early trout flies dating back to 1850 etc

• associated literature and materials.

Guide Price: £200.00Donated by: Sir Peter Cresswell

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38S. A tour of the M Vainer diamond workshops in London for twoAn introduction to the hidden world of the diamond trade.

The tour includes the viewing of both rough and polished diamonds and the winning bidder will learn about all aspects of the diamond polishing process. The unique day will take you to the only remaining diamond cutting workshop in London’s Famous Jewellery quarter “Hatton Garden”.

Not only will you get an insight into the formation and background of rough diamonds, but you will be able to see master craftsmen cutting and polishing diamonds. If you are brave enough you will be invited to sit at the polishing wheel!

Included in the tour is lunch at the nearby “Bleeding Heart Tavern” which dates back to the 16th century and is famed for its “Non-Kosher” food.

After lunch, there will be an introduction to grading and polishing diamonds by applying the “Four C’s” – Colour, Clarity, Carat and Cut. You will see and handle some very unusual and rare stones as well as some beautiful natural, fancy coloured diamonds. The successful bidder will also learn how diamonds are actually valued.

All in all a spectacular and rare experience.

Guide Price: £1000.00Donated by: M Vainer Limited

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39S. Spectacular hind stalking with accommodation at Langwell & Braemore Estate, CaithnessThree days stalking for two rifles (accompanied) at Langwell & Braemore Estate in Caithness (challenging stalking in stunning scenery in the far North of Scotland – in the flow country landscape with peaks to 2300 ft). Accommodation will be provided in a self-catering cottage on the Estate (sleeps 5, twin, twin/double and single). The lot is to be taken, by mutual arrangement with the Estate, in November 2019. Stalking Monday to Friday only.

Guide price: £1500.00Donated by: Langwell & Braemore Estate

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40S. Private tour of the James Purdey & Sons factory for fourJames Purdey the Elder was apprenticed as a gunmaker in 1798. After joining Master gunsmith Joseph Manton, he went on to forge a gun-making dynasty that would surpass all others. Since 1814 the firm James Purdey & Sons has been dedicated to perfecting the art of the “Best” London Gun. This private tour of the gun factory gives an unrivalled insight into the making of bespoke Purdey guns, a process that can take up to two years, as each gun is built entirely to the buyer’s personal specification. The tour will encompass the Purdey Workshop, travel to Audley House and the Long Room.

Guide price: £1000.00Donated by: James Purdey & Son

41S. A day’s fishing for two rods catching wild trout at Itchen Stoke Mill, Upper Itchen.This historic stretch is privately owned and rarely available. The successful bidder and guest will have the privilege of fishing truly unspoilt waters, beside one of the oldest English water meadows. Catch and release, barbless hooks etc. To be taken by mutual agreement after 1st July 2019.

Guide price: £500.00Donated by: Roger Harrison Esq.

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PART 2: The Live Auction

1L. Dinner for 8 people at Mark Hix Kitchen Library at Tramshed, 32 Rivington Street, LondonMark will work with Bordeaux Index Wines & Spirits to create a menu to match the wines donated from their private cellars. Both Mark and David Thomas, Sales Director at Bordeaux Index, will join the evening to talk through the cooking and wines for the evening. As the name would suggest, Mark’s Kitchen Library houses his impressive personal cookbook collection, alongside artworks and curiosities. A unique event space nestled above the iconic Tramshed in Shoreditch, this secret hideaway can offer a private chef’s table for 8.

Guide price: £5000.00Donated by: Mark Hix & The Bordeaux Index

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2L. One Night at Lime Wood in the New Forest for 4 couples / 4 roomsLime Wood, a boutique country house hotel, is set in the heart of the New Forest National Park, 1.5 miles from the small town of Lyndhurst and just an hour and a half drive from London. It is a luxury country house hotel with a difference.

The owners say, “We’ve used Lime Wood’s classical structure as the basis of our design, but we’ve lovingly renovated it, keeping the spirit of its past, taking inspiration from its extraordinary surroundings and adding the odd contemporary twist to bring it to life. The results are a rich collaboration of creative talent at its best. The architectural parts were designed by Charles Morris and Ben Pentreath, interiors have been added by David Collins and more recently Martin Brudnizki. Food is by Luke Holder and Angela Hartnett. Combined with great food, immaculate service and facilities, we’re the only five-star luxury country house hotel in the New Forest National Park. Our hotel really is the ultimate countryside getaway; perfect for weekend breaks, a dash from the city or an escape from home.”

The lot on offer:Arrive during the afternoon, relax and use Herb House Spa. Pre-dinner aperitif of the award winning Hambledon English Sparkling wine and nibbles from the smokehouse, followed by a four-course dinner around the kitchen table for 8 people, inclusive of wines for each course selected by the sommelier. Breakfast the following morning, further use of the spa and depart late morning. Please note this can be taken at any time of year, apart from Saturday nights or over Public Holiday weekends. Herb House treatments are not included. Must be taken within 12 months. Additional nights can be added at normal rates.

Guide price: £3000.00Donated by: Lime Wood

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3L. Three days salmon and sea trout fishing for one rod (or two sharing) on Laxa i Kjos, IcelandThree days for one rod (or two sharing) fishing Iceland’s fabulous Laxa i Kjos, during the prime month of August, including full board at the luxurious fishing lodge. The Laxa i Kjos is the centrepiece of one of the most stunning glacially-forged valleys in Southern Iceland. A narrow upper canyon splays into a gentle, peaceful, arable valley before cascading down the final falls and pools into the sea. This exceptional river and its beautiful tributary can be reached within an hour’s drive from Reykjavik. Besides being a first class salmon river, it also has a very substantial run of good sized sea trout, some straying into the 8-10lbs class and it goes without saying that the sea trout add another exciting angle to this wonderful river.

The Laxa I Kjos has a fantastic lodge situated on the edge of the river and looking downstream to the legendary Laxfoss. It is one of the finest fishing lodges in Iceland.

The food at the Lodge is simply delicious. Starting the day with Icelandic traditional foods and a classic full-cooked breakfast, a buffet style lunch and a three or four-course dinner, using the freshest meats and produce from Iceland.

Guide price: £3300.00Donated by: the Hreggnasi Angling Club

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4L. “A good fish” 60cm x 60cm - Wall Sculpture in pewter, copper, resin and gold leaf by Sam MacDonaldSam, who now lives in Perthshire, grew up on the Isle of Lewis and, after 4 years at Camberwell School of Arts and Crafts training in Silversmithing and Metalwork, lived on Orkney for 19 years. This enabled his love of fishing, diving and the sea to combine with his developing skills in metalwork. Sam uses old, traditional metalwork techniques to produce contemporary and unique works. He creates impressions of fish, using the tactile effects that metal, its processes and techniques have to offer. Travelling internationally to fly fish has opened up new inspiration for Sam. Fishing in Venezuela, the Bahamas, and the Dominican Republic for bonefish, permit, tarpon and barracuda have been the source of inspiration for many recent pieces, as has salmon and trout fishing in Iceland and Pakistan respectively.

Sam is a Signature Member of The Society of Animal Artists USA and a member of the Redspot Artist group http://www.artangle.co.uk/redspot He has been featured on BBC2’s ‘Coast’ programme.

‘There are many ways to record a memorable fish for posterity. But metal? Artist Sam MacDonald works in pewter, gold leaf and brass and he has taken many years to build a vocabulary of marks and colours in metal. The results are stunning.’ Trout and Salmon October 2011

‘What at first glance look like paintings are more like 3D sculptures made from metal, with a very particular character that lends itself very well to fish and underwater subjects and a stunning amount of naturalism and detail considering the material.’ Global Fly Fisher 2013.

‘For an artist who uses traditional metalwork techniques, capturing the complexities of living game fish seems like a tall order. But from his workshop in Perthshire, Scotland, Sam Macdonald creates, stunning relief sculptures in which the fish seem to almost leap off the background.’ American Angler Nov/Dec 2011

Work has been acquired for private collections all over the world and Sam has recently installed a large salmon piece in the prestigious West Ranga Lodge in Iceland. In 2012 Sam had a large solo show in The Gallery, Cork Street, London. He has also shown at various group

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exhibitions in galleries including the House of Bruar, CLA Game Fairs, the Royal Scottish Academy, The Wykeham Gallery and Visions West Gallery, Montana.

‘My artistic endeavour is to observe and capture fleeting moments of nature. I try to express an emotional response to something very private, a moment shared between man and nature.’

N.B. Delivery of this lot is to be arranged by the winning bidder or collected on the night of the auction.

Guide Price: £1500.00Donated by: Sam MacDonald Esq.

5L. An Original artwork by Clare BrownlowClare has been drawing and painting since she was old enough to hold a pencil and brush. She was an Art Scholar at Uppingham School and went on to study art at Edinburgh College of Art and Leith School of Art, where she specialised in atmospheric oil paintings.

After the birth of her first son in 2009, in a quiet moment at her parent’s kitchen table in Norfolk, Pheasant Feather Art was born. She picked up a pheasant feather from her father’s stash, dipped it in his fountain pen inks and started ‘’doodling’’.

Clare took this idea back to Scotland, where she, her husband Charlie and their two small boys live.

Clare designed the front cover for the 25th anniversary brochure of the Scone Game Fair, as well as winning the competition for the design of the front cover for the CLA Game Fair 2014 brochure. Shortlisted in 2014 for Wildlife Artist of the Year, Clare has worked closely with and donated paintings to a number of charities, including Tusk Trust, Born Free Foundation and GWCT.

Clare has donated this fantastic original artwork for our auction. The work comes unframed to allow the purchaser to frame it to suit their home. Delivery to be arranged by the purchaser.

Guide price: £4000.00Donated by: Clare Brownlow, Pheasant Feather Art

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6L. Solid silver and Leather Belt entitled “ Lucky Fish” By Patrick Mavros JewelleryA handmade calfskin belt with a Sterling silver buckle featuring salmon.

Patrick Mavros - The African Luxury Brand - was founded 35 years ago when the then-soldier, Patrick, carved a pair of earrings for his wife, Catja. She wore them to the hair salon, where the hairdresser fell in love with them and instantly requested a pair for herself.

From this loving gift, the business was born into what is recognised today as a uniquely African and distinctively exotic, luxury brand. The Mavros sons, Alexander, Forbes, Patrick Jnr and Benjamin are also all passionately involved in the business.

From day one, the boys were engrossed in the workshop, experimenting with materials and designs: starting with heavy rough-hewn rock crystals they dug up from the farm, they suspended them from fishing line for their adoring and patient mother to wear!

Marrying intricate craftsmanship with an intrepid family heritage, the Mavros family have not only designed some of the most extraordinary creations in Africa but have also created around them an environment just as magical and bold.

At home, the workshops, the family homestead, the wildlife sanctuary and the studio are all built to form a small village on the family estate in the wild hills outside Harare in Zimbabwe.

As a business that is passionate about conservation on a global scale, the team at Patrick Mavros were very keen to support S&TC and our work across the UK.

Guide price: £700.00 Donated by: Patrick Mavros Esq.

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7L. A three-day “Improvers” casting course with Ian GordonIan Gordon hardly needs an introduction to those in the game angling know. He is highly regarded, both in reference to his fishing prowess and his global fame as a casting instructor. Ian has kindly donated places for two rods on his three-day course in Scotland on the Macallan Beat of the Spey in April, 2019. The Improvers’ Course is aimed at people who have fished for some time but feel they are not getting the best from their equipment, knowledge or fishing in general.

This Improvers’ Course focuses very much on the individual and his/her fishing and casting, and includes an introduction to using sinking lines.

• Single Spey Cast with Sink Tip.• Double Spey Cast.• Circle C• Snake Roll

No matter how experienced you are, this course will make you a better Salmon and Sea Trout Angler as well as a proficient caster.

• Casting off the opposite shoulder - Why?• The principles of casting with sunk lines and sink tips. Tactics -

Why?• Teaching you to Fault Find.• How to fish a typical pool with the floating line.• Lunch at the hut.• Hooking, Playing and Landing fish – The theory!• Instruction and practice followed by a couple of hours of actual

fishing in order to be able to relax and practice the techniques learned during the day.

• Knots, how to tie flies and leaders.

Accommodation is not included in the lot, but the donor can advise on a number of local options. More about Ian and his courses can be found at www.speycaster.co.uk

Dates of the course - 22nd - 24th April and 25th - 27th April on Macallan Beat, River Spey

Guide price: £1200.00 Donated by: Ian Gordon Esq.

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8L. A weekend stay at The Thief Hotel in Oslo. One room for two along with Spa treatments on both days

A wonderfully indulgent weekend stay in Oslo for two people. The Thief Hotel - Tjuvholmen (Thief Islet) used to be a haven for smugglers, thieves and scoundrels. Today it is home to THE THIEF, a modern hideaway – right in the middle of downtown Oslo. If anything gets stolen there nowadays, it’s usually us stealing our guests away from their everyday lives.

THE THIEF has filled this retreat with top international art pieces, carefully selected designer furniture, global Nordic cuisine, top quality spa and cosmopolitan bars. ‘Escapees’ are able to enjoy refreshing dips in the sea at the Tjuvholmen beach or stroll off the islet across the footbridge to the bustling Aker Brygge restaurant and business area. Most of our guests come here to get away from it all, and for the relaxing atmosphere of THE THIEF. A sanctuary has never felt so comfortable and secluded yet connected.

The Thief Spa - has stolen the best ideas from spa cultures all over the world and brought them home. Just grab your robe and ride the elevator directly from your accommodations in complete discretion down to the spa entrance. Treat yourself to Turkish hammam bath or Moroccan clay treatment. Get your facial cleanse, essential manicure or a relieving back massage by top professional therapists.

Our own Oslo spa centre also lets you do your daily exercise in the tranquil, cove-like swimming pool area or at the gym.

Lot to be taken in 2019 by mutual arrangement with the donor and subject to availability.

Guide Price: £1000.00Donated by: The Thief Hotel Oslo

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9L. S&TC and Hardy Trout smuggler outfit Serial No. 001

As part of our ongoing collaboration with Hardy, the talented craftspeople at the Alnwick factory have hand-made an S&TC branded trout smuggler outfit to celebrate our 115 year history fighting for the needs of wild trout across the UK.

The kit consists of:• 1 x Hardy Trout Smuggler 9’ 5# rod with limited edition Hardy ‘Perfect’

reel• 1 x matching fitted fly line• 1 x Handmade Richard Wheatley fly box with assortment of trout flies• Presented in an aluminium flight case with laser cut foam liner

This lot is the first of these outfits ever made and represents a fantastic opportunity to own the fabled 001 of a Hardy special edition. The other 114 units will be sold through Hardy outlets and key retailers. S&TC will received funds from these sales to further support our work.

Guide price: bidding starts at £2000.00Donated by: Hardy

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10L. Unique S&TC Hardy Complete Angler Outfit Serial No. 001

The team at Hardy have partnered with S&TC on a unique one-off item never to be repeated. The fine craftspeople at the Alnwick Factory have hand-built a complete S&TC / Hardy outfit and presented it in a handmade leather case, in the style of a top English shotgun travelling case. This beautifully made case is provided by the fine workmanship of Casecraft UK. The whole outfit can equip the angler for any salmonid fishing they may be presented with! It could equally exist purely as a treasured and unique piece of Hardy history.

Included are: (All tackle is serial number 001)• 1 x Hardy Salmon Smuggler 14’6” #10 rod with limited edition Hardy

‘Perfect’ reel• 1 x Hardy Trout Smuggler 9’ #5 rod with limited edition Hardy ‘Perfect’

reel• Both to include matching fitted Hardy fly lines• 1 x Richard Wheatley handmade fly box with assortment trout flies• 1 x Richard Wheatley handmade fly box with assortment salmon flies• Presented in a custom-built leather case by Casecraft UK

Guide price: bidding starts at £5000.00Donated by: Hardy & Casecraft UK

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11L. Louis XIII tasting experience at the Bvlgari Cigar Lounge, Mayfair, for four peopleHosted by Brian Copeland, Private Client Director for Louis XIII

A Louis XIII tasting experience at the Bvlgari Cigar Lounge, Mayfair. This is not to be missed - an opportunity to learn about and sample the finest, most complex and most luxurious liquid on the planet. Louis XIII is the king of spirits and reserved only for the best and most affluent. Cigars and Cognac for tasting included.

To be taken by mutual arrangement with the donor in 2019.

Guide Price: £1000.00Donated By: Brian Copeland Esq.

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12L. One day for a team of 8 guns shooting in the 2018/19 season at Edwinsford EstateIdeally to be taken on a Saturday or Friday in December 2018 or January 2019 by mutual arrangement.

The expected bag will be 200 birds, presented in typical Edwinsford style, namely high, fast and curling with the wind. Guns should expect truly spectacular sport from this famous estate by dint of its topography. Edwinsford birds are not for the tyro driven shot, so bring your best team on the day - you’ve been warned! The day will start at 9am with coffee served at a farmhouse on the Estate, then two or three drives before substantial elevenses, followed by a further two or three drives before a delicious late lunch served back at the farmhouse.

Very good accommodation (not included in the lot) is available locally at the Ty Mawr Country House Hotel in Brechfa and The Cawdor in Llandeilo.

The estate, set deep in Carmarthenshire, also boasts fantastic fishing credentials - the highly desirable river Cothi running through its grounds. www.edwinsfordestate.com

Guide price: £8000.00Donated By: Edwinsford Estate

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13L. Seven Night, six-day full board package for two rods to fish the world-renowned Alphonse Island in the SeychellesAlphonse Island, known for its expansive flats, offers easy wading and world-class saltwater flyfishing. The atolls are some of the most pristine, untouched islands in the world.

The fishing hardly needs an introduction. Shallow water, wet wading and sight fishing for Bonefish, Indo-Pacific Permit, triggers and, of course, legendary Milkfish and GTs. There are also plenty of tackle-busting, mind-boggling blue water species to engage on the fly. Sailfish, Dogtooth Tuna, Wahoo and more!

Includes:

• 7 Night package with all meals included• 6 Days fishing package on St Francois• Charter Flights to and from Alphonse• All hotel amenities and non-motorised, land-based activities• Complimentary scheduled communal excursions• All soft drinks during activities• Water, tea and coffee• Snorkelling equipment• Watersport equipment (stand up paddle boards and kayaks)• Fly fishing rod and reel rental.

This lot has specific dates - 11 – 18 May 2019. which is for this 2018/2019 Seychelles season.

Guide price: $19,120.00Donated by: Blue Safari

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14L. A two-night stay at Tay House - Sporting Lodge in DunkeldEnjoy two nights exclusive use and stay, with breakfast included, in Dunkeld for up to 16 guests. Included are two days of salmon fishing for 8 rods on the Tay at Burnmouth, with a combination of bank and boat fishing, during the 2019 season.

Tay House sleeps up to 16 with 8 ensuite bedrooms and two apartments

To be taken by mutual arrangement with the donor over the 2019 season.

Guide price: £4000.00 Donated by: Michael Smith Esq.

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15L. A box containing a whole Hebridean LambA box containing a whole hebridean lamb with 2 boned and rolled shoulders, 2 whole legs, single loin chops, double loin chops, 2 lamb shanks and either minced or diced lamb.

Guide price: £140.00Donated by: Jean Howman Esq.

16L. A two-night escape with your friends or family in the picturesque village of DunkeldA two night stay at The Smoke House in the village of Dunkeld, Tayside. The Smoke House has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, lounge, dining room and kitchen. The Smoke House sleeps up to six people and is ideally placed for guests to explore and enjoy the many activities in the area, be it walking, visiting the cathedral or outdoor activities.

To be taken by mutual arrangement with the donor in 2019.

Guide price: £600.00Donated by: Michael Smith Esq.

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Time isrunning outfor our riversand wild fish

Time isrunning outfor our riversand wild fish

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Time isrunning outfor our riversand wild fish

Time isrunning outfor our riversand wild fish

Industrial pollution of our rivers might be over but our research shows that more subtle changes are taking place that are just asdamaging to our precious fish and their habitats.

S&TC needs your help to continue the battle toreturn our rivers to their former pristine condition.

Join us today and together we can make a difference.

www.salmon-trout.orgFind out more:

@SalmonTroutCons

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Lot 4L“A good fish” 60cm x 60cm - Wall Sculpture

in pewter, copper, resin and gold leaf by Sam MacDonald