Fishmongers Hall hosts a fundraising dinner for The National Lobster Hatchery in the hope or raising £40,000

The National Lobster Hatchery’s biggest fundraising event yet; we have been given the opportunity to host an exclusive dinner and auction at one of London’s original guild halls; the Fishmongers Hall, overlooking the Thames and London Bridge.

We have invited 150 guests to join us for an exquisite three course meal, with an after dinner speaker, auction and raffle in the hope of raising £40,000 in one night.

The generosity of local artists, businesses and others around the country has been fantastic and we’ve got an incredible range of prizes. The raffle was a perfect excuse to showcase some of Cornwall’s inspirational artists and we’ve been able to gather an array of materials and textures, with Cornish tin, sculptures, prints, handmade textiles, original paintings, pottery and more.

We have produced a booklet for the dinner, with details of the very impressive auction lots that have been donated for the event and thought I would include a preview for everyone to see. Although it’s a long list, it’s an impressive list of top quality seafood restaurants and accommodation (some of whom are sponsors of the hatchery), days out with a difference and as already mentioned, an array of beautiful local art.

Fishmongers Hall

AUCTION PRIZES

All successful bidders are invited for a VIP tour of the National Lobster Hatchery so that they can see first hand,the important work the charity is undertaking.

LOT 1 A PADSTOW Seafood extravaganza and Shopping spree

A fantastic package of dinner, bed and breakfast at the world famous Rick Stein Seafood Restaurant for two people.

 

Plus a £150 voucher to spend at W, Rig Marine or Riggers in Padstow.

Donated by Jill Stein www.rickstein.com and Teri Walter

LOT 2 A CASE OF CLARET, CHÂTEAU CANTEMERLE 2000

Twelve bottles of this fully mature, elegant 2000. Notes of forest floor, bay leaf, liquorice, red currants and cranberries are offered in a Burgundian-like, fresh, vibrant format. Consume over the next 7 to 8 years.

Donated by Martyn Hedley

LOT 3 An amazing ANYA HINDMARCH HANDBAG

Anya is recognised for her designer work throughout the fashion world. Anya started her fashion career 20 years ago in Florence and quickly went on to open 54 stores in 7 countries around the world. An Anya Hindmarch is a must have, for any lady. As seen on the shoulders of Kate Moss, Claudia Schiffer, Angelina Jolie and Reese Witherspoon.

(The handbag shown is not necessarily the one to be auctioned)

Donated by Anya Hindmarch MBE www.anyahindmarch.com

LOT 4 A WEEK LONG LUXURY ROMANTIC BREAK IN PADSTOW FOR TWO

Harbour Holidays have given us their flagship, 5 star luxury accommodation ‘Puffin Cottage’ in the heart of Padstow for 1 week (available 2nd—30th March and 26th Oct—21st Dec 2012, subject to availability).

PLUS Champagne and a personal tour of Prideaux Place (Padstow’s beautiful stately home) with Peter and Elisabeth Prideaux-Brune

PLUS a guided tour of The Eden Project, lunch with Tim Smit (subject to availability) and leave with an Eden Goody bag

PLUS a meal for 2 in Nathan Outlaw’s Seafood & Grill.

Donated by :

Harbour Holidays and Jackie Stanley www.harbourholidays.co.uk

Peter and Elisabeth Prideaux-Brune www.prideauxplace.co.uk

Tim Smit www.edenproject.com

Nathan Outlaw www.nathan-outlaw.com

LOT 5 A Shooting day on the Boconnoc Estate

One gun at the Boconnoc Estate Shoot

A 200 bird day for one gun

A cooked lunch and light refreshments will be provided along with a delicious afternoon tea. A highly recommended and extremely popular shoot in the grounds of this exquisite 18th century house.

Donated by Tony Kennedy

Lot 6 A Clovelly Break

Take a step back in time with this fantastic weekend get away to Clovelly in North Devon.

Two nights, dinner, bed and breakfast for 2 at The Red Lion, right on the harbour front at this historical North Devon fishing village. The village is built into a 400ft high cliff famous for its donkeys that even today, are used to carry goods up the steep cobbled narrow paths. www.clovelly.co.uk

PLUS Entry for 2 to Rosemoor Gardens, a truly inspirational garden owned by the Royal Horticultural Society. www.rhs.org.uk/Gardens/Rosemoor

Donated by: Rt Hon John Rous, Clovelly Estate and RHS Rosemoor Gardens

Lot 7 AN Amazing Lobster Sculpture

This incredible sculpture has been specially made to be auctioned tonight, in order to support our work. Martiens has been creating sculptures out of what some might think of as scrap, for many years and has sold to the rich and famous. Kate Humble and Martin Hughes–Games to mention a couple.

Would look fabulous above the fire place or in your garden.

Donated by Martiens Bekker

http://sites.google.com/site/artrikascrapart/Home

LOT 8 LUXURY WEEKEND BREAK IN ROCK FOR TWO

A 2 night luxury break in an award winning location to include breakfast, 1 round of golf at St Enodoc Golf Course (overlooking the beautiful Camel estuary), a spa treatment at the Cow Shed at the St Moritz Hotel, a 3 course meal at the new No. 1 Rock Road Restaurant with Vintage Laurent-Perrier champagne and lunch at No. 1 Rock Road Restaurant.

A chance to stay at and be spoilt rotten at the amazing village of Rock on the North Coast of Cornwall.

This prize can be taken during the following months and must not include any bank holidays: April (not during Easter), May (not Whitsun), September, October (not half term), November.

www.waterfrontpolzeath.co.uk/No-1-Rock-Road/No-1-Rock-Road-Introduction.aspx

www.stmoritzhotel.co.uk/cowshed.htm

www.st-enodoc.co.uk

Donated by Jamie & Rhowan Yoki, “Number One Rock Road”

LOT 9 SIX MAGNUMS OF CHÂTEAU GRUAUD-LAROSE 2001

A classic!

Nose: Mint, eucalyptus, blueberries and some pencilly wood character with some confectionary aromas of vanilla and strawberry. Mouth: dark cherry, cassis, blackberry flavours. Very fine tannin (not chunky). Great length. Some pleasant earthy characters coming through on the finish. Still vibrant and could happily sit for another 5 years.

Donated by Martyn Hedley

Lot 10 A Paul Jackson Mackerel Bowl

Paul Jackson qualified in Studio Ceramics in 1977 at Harrow School of Art. Following a short period teaching in London, he relocated to Cornwall, where he established his pottery in 1979. He moved to his present home at Helland Bridge, where he works in a studio converted from an old chapel, in 1989. He has exhibited regularly and widely in both the UK and the US, and his work can be found in many major galleries.

www.paul-jackson.co.uk

Lot 11 A Rare days flyfishing on a chalk stream

A rare opportunity for a days fly fishing on a Wessex chalk stream. This amazing opportunity will see you fishing with the past President of the Flyfishers’ Club and will include a fantastic light lunch.

Donated by Mr Antony Pincent

LOT 12 A PORSCHE DRIVING DAY AT SILVERSTONE

A Porsche driving day for one person at Silverstone, to drive either the new 911 or Cayenne. You can opt for early breakfast, drive then lunch or lunch, drive and afternoon tea. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity. There is the option to take a friend at an additional cost.

Kindly donated by Porsche www.porsche.com

LOT 13 A Fabulous GREEK Villa FOR one week for 6 people

On the Island of Kefalonia, nestled on a hillside, standing majestically amongst ancient olive trees, fragrant wild herbs and flowers, you will find Villa Cyclamino.   Magnificent views overlook the tiny village of Katelios only a short stroll away, which is famous for its seafood tavernas, relaxed atmosphere and tiny fishing harbour. Available May and October. Donated by Liz Rogers

 

LOT 14 AN EXCLUSIVE WEEKEND IN LONDON for 2

With Hotel, Dinner and Theatre Tickets

Thank you to Sarah Coates who has put this fabulous package together and will co-ordinate your weekend for you. Andrew Collins is sponsoring dinner for 2 at the exclusive Nobu Japanese Restaurant on Park Lane, up to the value of £300.

Courtesy of a leading Actors Agency, Conway van Gelder Grant have offered Theatre tickets for 2 and are happy to discuss which show you would like tickets for.

Plus the promise of a fabulous hotel. There are last minute dealings to get a more exclusive hotel than we had originally confirmed.

www.conwayvangeldergrant.com

www.noburestaurants.com/london/experience/introduction/

Lot 15 A Dynasty DESIGNER DRESS

Dynasty, London’s Exclusive fashion house. Dynasty specialise in evening and cocktail dresses, prom, bridal and the Viviana Plus size collection. They are delighted to donate this dress to such a worthy cause. Visit the website to see all of the exciting collections and find the nearest stockists. Contact 020 8736 0200 and follow on Facebook and Twitter to see the celebrity following. Seen recently at the NTA and BAFTA awards!

Size 10, 12 or 14 available.

www.dynastyuk.co.uk

Donated by Dynasty of London, contact Vivien King-Lawless

LOT 16 A Jethro Jackson original

Jethro is a landscape painter and potter who was born and raised on the Cornish North Coast. This gives him an affinity and empathy with this most special of all coastlines and has allowed Jethro to capture the atmosphere of the local landscape in his original and sensitive works.

www.paul-jackson.co.uk/jethro.html

LOT 17 A CASE OF CHÂTEAU SMITH HAUT LAFITTE 2001, RED GRAVES

The 2001 is another beauty from this property. The impressive perfumed aromatics consisting of black raspberries, spring flowers, currants, graphite, and new oak are followed by an elegantly etched, medium bodied, moderately weighty Graves with abundant quantities of sweet fruit. Anticipated maturity: 2006-2015.

12 bottles

LOT 18 A SILVER MYSTERY

Finally …. a mystery auction lot to be revealed on the night.

Bidding starts at £10,000

 

 

RAFFLE PRIZES

Everyone can afford raffle tickets and the range of prizes is fantastic.  We specifically set out to showcase some of Cornwall’s inspirational art at this event with an array of materials and textures.

1. Padstow Mussel Company lobster print, by Susie Ray

2. Artist Easel box set

3. Hooper & Shaw print ‘a sailor went to sea sea sea’

4. Exeter Race Course Day for 2—Grandstand & Paddock admissions

5 Ian Burke, Art Master from Eton College – lobster print

6. Ian Burke, Art Master from Eton College – lobster print

7. Cliffside Gallery, Table mats & coasters by Katie Childs

8. St Justin necklace & bookmark (made from Cornish tin)

9. No raffle is complete without a fluffy toy, Ravensden grey seal pup

10. And a Ravensden clown fish

11. Jersey Pottery – lobster wall clock

12. Jersey Pottery – set of four dipping bowls & serving platter

13. Wave 7 Gallery – stained glass mirror

14. Signed Fish cookery book by Tom Aikens

15. Lobster meal for 2 including bottle of Chablis at Sankeys Pub, Seafood Brasserie & Oyster Bar, Royal Tunbridge Wells

16. Manicomio Restaurant - £125 voucher for lunch or dinner

17. Golf voucher worth £250, round of golf & light lunch at Swinley Forest Golf Club

18. VIP Tour of National Marine Aquarium Plymouth

19. Caroline Cleave handmade cushions & set of mugs

20. Poppy Treffry - handmade Teapot Cosy

21. 2 bottles of Louis Chaurey Champagne, kindly donated by Martyn Hedley

22. 2 bottles of Louis Chaurey Champagne, kindly donated by Martyn Hedley

23. 2 bottles of Louis Chaurey Champagne, kindly donated by Martyn Hedley

24. Magnum of Claret – Chateau Fonplegade 2001, donated by Martyn Hedley

25. Monty Halls signed DVD box set and 2 books, Great Irish Escape & Great Ocean Adventures, kindly donated by Monty Halls himself

26. Theatre Royal tickets for 2

27. Photographs by Leza Dondun

 

Special thanks

The National Lobster Hatchery is incredibly grateful to all of the individuals and organisations who have kindly provided auction prizes, raffle prizes or donations for this event, or have organised tables on our behalf.

We would also like to express our sincere gratitude to the following individuals:

Mr Simon Potts, our auctioneer:

Mr Andrew Scott, our after dinner speaker

Mr Martyn Hedley who has championed this event from the start

Mr Steve Pini, Executive Chef and his team

We would also like to acknowledge the support of the following organisations, who have enabled the event to take place:

The Worshipful Company of Fishmongers

The Grocers Company

Marks and Spencer PLC