Vegas with Elton John!
An amazing trip to ‘The Million Dollar Piano’ show. A magical tour of Hamleys. Plus 17 amazing other lots in Round 2 of our charity auction
Go behind the scenes with a tour of Lord’s, then have tea in the Long Room
Bidding in our first auction exceeded all our expectations. But if you’re still in the market for some last-minute Christmas gift ideas, now is your chance aswe launch round two with more amazing offers.
The auction runs online for a week and is powered by G iv ergy Access, the fundraising platform for charities to raise money by offering exclusive items and experiences that aren’t available elsewhere. Everyone is welcome to take part. Bidding opens today and will close at 9pm on Tuesday, 22 December.
ELTON IN VEGAS
An amazing offer to see global superstar Sir Elton John in concert, with two front row tickets to his 2016 Las Vegas show, “The Million Dollar Piano” at The Colosseum inside Caesars Palace.
Included in this incredible prize are return Upper Class flights from London Heathrow to Los Angeles, a three-night stay at the award winning Hyatt Century Plaza Hotel in LA, hire of a Mustang to drive the open highway to Las Vegas and two nights at the Encore at the Wynn in Las Vegas, all generously donated byDialAFlight, proud supporters of The Gordon and Tana Ramsay Foundation.
And if that wasn’t enough, Gordon and Tana Ramsay have thrown in dinner at the critically acclaimed restaurant, Gordon Ramsay Steak in Caesars Palace. And you’ll get a signed copy of the Goodbye
Yellow Brick Road box set.
FIVE-STAR AUSTRIA
Hotel Tannenhof is an exclusive boutique hotel in StAnton, Austria, which marries state of the art modern comforts with a traditional alpine ambiance. A lucky couple will spend aweekend in one of the hotel’s seven stunning suites, from where they can explore the flower-filled meadows of the Lech Alps in summer months.
TOPSHOP SHOPPING SPREE
You and a lucky plus one will have the run of Topshop’s flagship Oxford Circus store outside normal opening hours. With no queues to contend with, a team of personal shoppers and £1500 spending money thrown in, this is every girl’s dream.
HAMLEYS TOUR
Children will be amazed as they are taken on a magical tour of London’s most famous toy store, ending on the top floor to help themselves to pick “n” mix and cake. Each child will leave with a special goody bag including their very own Hamleys bear. For up to 11 guests.
COOK LIKE MARCUS
Marcus Wareing is one of the biggest names in British cooking. And his eponymous Knightsbridge restaurant at the Berkeley Hotel boasts two Michelin stars.
Budding chefs can bid to spend a morning with the team in the kitchens and will then have their taste buds fully satisfied by lunch in the restaurant afterwards. Where better for any foodie to go behind the scenes?
ROYAL CRESCENT HOTEL AND SPA, BATH
Two nights for two in a suite at the Royal Crescent Hotel in beautiful Bath. The offer includes a five-course dinner at the Dower House Restaurant, a spa treatment for both of you, and an afternoon tea with champagne on the house.
DAVE BROWN CARTOON
Dave Brown, The Independent’s award- winning political cartoonist, has been tweaking the noses of the powerful and pompous for over 40 years. Now is your chance to bid for this original piece of artwork – not a print or copy – from Dave’s mighty pen. The prize includes the chance to meet the man himself for a cup of tea.
NIKON 24.2 MEGAPIXEL CAMERA
This top-of-the-range camera, courtesy of Nikon, takes remarkably crisp and detailed photos, and comes with an attachable zoom lens for sharp close-ups. A perfect Christmas present for aspiring snappers of any age.
LORD’S TOUR AND LONG ROOM TEA
Lord’s is one of the most iconic sporting venues in the world, and the famous Long Room in its pavilion has been graced by international cricket greats since 1889. Go behind the scenes with a tour of the ground, followed by a champagne afternoon tea in the mythical Long Room.
BEHINDS THE SCENE AT LONDON ZOO
Led by an expert staff member from the London Zoological Society, a family of four will have an exclusive opportunity to go behind the scenes at the world’s oldest scientific zoo. Get an insight into the lives of the animals and the work being done to save them in the wild. A DAY AT THE INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY Spend a day with Lisa Markwell, IoS editor, and her team in our Kensington newsroom, learning how the world of journalism works. Join her at editorial conference and see how the pages of the paper are filled as deadline looms.
FOUR SEASONS IN MARRAKESH
Visit the extraordinary Four Seasons in magical Marrakesh for a weekend of relaxation in the heart of the Red City, with a Hammam treatment and dinner included. A two-night stay for two people.
SIGNED ENGLAND SHIRT AND LIMITED EDITION ‘TRUCE’ BALL
Perfect Christmas gifts for footie fans. The limited edition (1,000) “Truce” ball commemorates the no-man’s-land matches during the First World War Christmas Truce of 1914 and comes courtesy of The Premier League. Thanks to the FA you’ll also get a red England shirt signed by 18 stars of the senior squad.
LUXURY HAMPER
Treat yourself or someone special to this beautifully presented Sandy Bay London hamper. Hand poured here in the UK using only premium ingredients, this luxury set includes seven home candles, two miniature candles and one triple wick candle and two bottles of room spritz.
AC MILAN SIGNED SHIRT
AC Milan are one of the most famous and successful football teams in the world. This is your chance to own a signed Milan shirt with signatures from the 2013/14 squad including star forward Mario Balotelli.
CHAMPERS ON LONDON EYE
A champagne pod on the London Eye is the perfect vantage point from which to take in 360° views of London’s rapidly evolving skyline. See the alien shapes of the City’s newest skyscrapers to the east and gothic spires of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben to the west – and do it with a glass
of champagne in your hand, surrounded by up to 19 of your nearest and dearest.
BOB CARLOS CLARKE
Bob Carlos Clarke was a photographer of huge versatility and one of the UK’s top image-makers. His works are highly collectable and hang in the National Portrait Gallery. Now’s your chance to own a limited edition print Adult Females Attack Without Provocation, 2004, one of the most famous from his exhibition Love Dolls Never
Die.
MERCEDES HQ
Take a look inside the world of F1 and see first-hand how a World Championship winning car is designed and built. This prize allows four people to visit MercedesAMG Petronas headquarters in Brackley.
SMITHFIELD DINING
Enjoy a three-course dinner for two at the wonderful Bird of Smithfield. Set within an old Georgian townhouse, Bird welcomes guests with delicious, homemade British classics with a twist and naughtily good cocktails.
Visit the Mercedes Formula 1 HQ and see how a car is designed and built