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A Night Before Christmas Auction

Thank you for visiting the ‘A Night Before Christmas’ online auction site.

The auction is now closed. Thank you to everyone who pledged an amount for one of the fantastic lots. Winning bidders will be notified shortly.

All profits from this auction will raise vital funds for four local charities in Suffolk. We thank you so very much for your generosity.

Silent Pledge Lots

Two nights in Rome at the luxurious five star Rocco Forté Hotel De La Ville (reserve £1,000) - Current bid £1200

This includes a morning with a private guide visiting some of the hidden corners of the Eternal City.

The Hotel De La Ville is a vibrant, modern-day icon atop the Spanish Steps. A lively 18th-century palazzo in a peerless position, Hotel de la Ville both embodies and overlooks life in the Eternal City. The confluence of classical Roman romance and contemporary cool, sweeping city views, buzzing drinking and dining spots and fresh, zestful design make for Rome’s most exciting new arrival. Fall for its enchanting courtyard, exquisite food from Fulvio Pierangelini, effervescent rooftop bar, street-side bistro and Sicilian-inspired spa.

Dinner, bed & breakfast for two at the Angel Hotel, Bury St Edmunds, in one of their luxury rooms - Current bid £220

The Angel is an historic landmark hotel in the heart of Bury St Edmunds.

Backstage tour and performance at the Royal Opera House - Current bid £1250

A truly unforgettable night to remember for any ballet fan.

This prize offers a ‘money cannot buy’ opportunity to watch Gary Avis MBE (Character Principal and Senior Ballet Master of The Royal Ballet Company, Covent Garden) and The Royal Ballet perform up close and personal in a production at The Royal Opera House, Covent Garden. Includes a personal backstage tour of The Royal Opera House, followed by the unique opportunity to sit with the dancers ‘in the wings’ as they perform a Royal Ballet classic on perhaps the most prestigious stage in the world. (Terms & Conditions: A date to see a Royal Ballet production will need to be selected in consultation with Gary Avis as this opportunity cannot be accommodated at every performance).

Salmon, sea trout & brown trout fishing - Current bid £285

This voucher entitles you to two rods for six days (days can be split) fishing on the River Ericht.

A tributary of the Tay, north of Blairgowrie, Perthshire, Scotland (The services of a ghillie is available). To be taken anytime from 28 March 2020 to 10 October 2020. Accommodation is not included but can be arranged.

England v Ireland Rugby - Current bid £300

Two tickets plus lunch at Twickenham Stadium on 23 February at 3pm.

England v Ireland Rugby - Current bid £210

Two tickets at Twickenham Stadium on 23 February at 3pm.

Champagne cream tea and West End musical experience in London - Current bid £525

Enjoy a Bollinger Champagne afternoon tea at The Goring Hotel for two including tickets for a musical of your choice.

Two centre-court Wimbledon tickets with cream tea - Current bid £1000

Two tickets with cream tea for the Centre Court at Wimbledon during the 2020 All-England Championships.

A weeks' accommodation at The Crow's Nest, Woodbridge - Current bid £750

A remarkably peaceful location within easy reach of every amenity you could wish for.

A modern, spacious apartment on two floors beautifully and uniquely situated on the banks of the River Deben and within a five-minute walk of the centre of the beautiful Georgian market town of Woodbridge. Consisting of three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a large open-plan living room, dining room and a fully fitted, bespoke kitchen, it has balconies on both floors giving fantastic views upriver and across towards Sutton Hoo. Underfloor heating throughout and a wood burner in the living room add to the comfort.

Auction terms and conditions

Auction terms and conditions

We will contact those with the highest pledge up to seven days after the auction ends to collect payment. If we are unable to make contact or obtain payment within this time, we will approach the next highest pledge until the lot is sold.

Before payment is taken, we will discuss with the prospective buyer any terms and conditions or restrictions applicable to that lot.

Some lot items may have a minimum pledge amount and if this is not reached the item may not be sold.

St Nicholas Hospice Care is holding the administration for the event, however, all proceeds from the event will be split between the four beneficiary charities; East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH), The Foundation of St Edmund, St Elizabeth Hospice and St Nicholas Hospice Care.