Clare Brownlow trained as an artist at Edinburgh College of Art and then the Leith School of Art, where she specialised in oil painting and landscapes. Clare has exhibited in LA, Boston, New York, Singapore, Hong Kong, Calgary, Amsterdam, Edinburgh and London to name but a few. Clare’s work has been exhibited throughout the UK and she has fulfilled several commissions for overseas clients. “I love being able to travel to clients’ homes to see where they would like my art placed and what inspires them and discuss what they are after. I love a challenge.” Clare’s roots are firmly in the countryside, both with her family and through her art. Clare has grown up fishing, shooting and stalking where an enormous amount of her inspiration comes from and you can see that she is passionate about all wildlife. Clare has raised a considerable amount of money for various charities close to her heart through her original artwork. “There are so many worthy charities that need so much. If I can help just a little through what I love and give back to the wildlife that inspires me every day that makes me so happy.” Further Donation: Clare will donate 10% to the GWCT from orders made on www. clarebrownlow.co.uk by using the promotion code “GWCT40x” . pheasantfeatherart www.clarebrownlow.co.uk Clare Brownlow Pheasant Feather Art 07768 619777 [email protected] The Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust 40th Anniversary London Ball

The Savoy 20th November 2019

Programme Contents page 6.30pm Champagne Reception Chairman’s Welcome 6 7.50pm Chairman’s Speech Director’s Cut 9 Entertainment The London Ball Committee 10-11 GWCT Bar Acknowledgements 12-13 The 8 Vodka Partridge Silent Auction Prizes to be won! 14-15 Mirror Photobooth Main Auction 17 Laser Shoot Silent Auction 37 Silhouettist T&C’s, information 66 8.15pm Dinner 9.05pm Heads & Tails 9.45pm Main Auction 10.30pm Dancing 11.30pm Silent Auction Closes 1.00am Carriages

GWCT Charity registered in England and Wales - 1112023 5 Chairman’s Welcome It is with immense pleasure that we, the Committee and the no-one pursued game in this country, we’d likely have fewer Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust, thank you for coming waders, fewer hedgerows, fewer people planting trees, fewer tonight for our 40th Anniversary London Ball. songbirds and overall, less biodiversity in our countryside. The GWCT began life in the 1930’s and since then has gone Inconvenient truths indeed. from strength to strength. As some of you will know, the This evening would not have been made possible without the scientific research carried out by the Trust goes much further support of our amazing sponsors. Our heartfelt thanks go out than just game conservation. The GWCT advises farmers to Eight Vodka, Hook Norton Brewery and Mainbrace Rum. and landowners on improving wildlife habitat and advocates We have an amazing array of auction lots for you this evening for agricultural and conservation policies based on science. and we hope you will bid recklessly to help the GWCT From bees, birds and butterflies, to farmland, moorland, continue its vital work! A sincere thank you to all those who rivers and wetland; all are influenced by the Trust’s vital work have kindly donated and a big thank you to Charlie Thomas which aims for a thriving countryside rich in game and other of Bonham’s for being our auctioneer tonight. wildlife. Finally, I am hugely grateful to my fellow Committee A year ago, I wrote that there had never been a more vital members, who have worked tirelessly to make tonight a time for people to show their commitment to the cause. It memorable evening, who in turn received unstinting support was true then, regrettably it is even more true now. The two from GWCT’s Eleanor Usborne and Jo Langer. I would also central tenets of the GWCT are that land managed for game like to thank Sarah Hartley and Joanne Hoareau from my delivers benefits for wildlife more widely, and that if you want team. to have a real effect, you need to work at landscape scale. The former has been proven and demonstrated time and Thank you for supporting our wonderful charity at such a time again, the latter is best exemplified by GWCT-inspired vital time, I hope you have a fantastic evening. Farmer Clusters. In these, a group of farmers come together, decide what wildlife they would like to see more of, then do something about it. There are more than half-a-million David P J Ross hectares of Farmer Clusters in England, with more coming Chairman onboard the whole time. Those who oppose all of this would have us believe there is no benefit, ignoring the fact that if

6 Order a copy direct from Face Publications for £40 www.facepublications.com All proceeds go to the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust and the Moorland Communities Trust Have you got The Knowledge?

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The Knowledge draws on over 150 scientifi c publications to provide you with a robust introduction into quarry species, the management of both habitat and predators and all the latest issues surrounding shooting and conservation. You will also learn key informa- tion about a typical day’s shooting – from important health & safety tips to guidance on game handling and security. Featuring a new foreword by bushcraft expert Ray Mears, The Knowledge is essential for all those who want to know more about shooting and conservation.

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gwct.org.uk Director’s Cut Mysteries, problems and solutions, these are our stock up the policy and communications work. in trade. We were founded to find out why grey partridge The key thing for us, as for many charities (not all, some Have you got numbers crashed in the 1930s and have been at it ever since. household names earn large proportions of their income Coming right up to date, our SAMARCH project is solving from contracts), is that our output is directly proportional the mystery of what happens to sea trout at sea (early answer, to your input, as roughly three quarters of our income is The Knowledge? they dive much deeper, more often, and so are more vulnerable voluntary - someone has to decide to give it. to netting than previously understood!). In between we have found out where woodcock come from and go to, how to rid So if you want us to keep producing the science, making Whether you’re new to shooting, a seasoned gun or just keen to learn more about the an entire river course of invasive American mink, and at our the case, challenging the tosh produced by some prominent way the British countryside is managed, The Knowledge is for you. Featuring over 200 farm – the Allerton Project, in Leicestershire - have shown people and organisations, do please put your hand up one pages of easy-to-read questions and answers such as: how to greatly increase farmland bird numbers. But crucially extra time in the Main Auction, buy one more item than you we have an advisory team that helps landowners and land really need in the Silent Auction, or simply join as a member. • How do you defi ne a wild pheasant? managers use the science on the ground – it’s practical, not Support for GWCT is support for the future of the British • Why are grey partridges on the quarry list when they are in national decline? theoretical. countryside. • Why do gamebirds need supplementary food? I can see from previous Ball brochures that challenges and • Does predation control have wider conservation benefi ts? threats are a consistent theme. David mentions this in his • What UK habitats do woodcock prefer? Welcome, but what’s going on currently feels different to • What should Guns look out for on a shoot day? anything that has gone before, and that’s according to one of my colleagues who has been with GWCT 44 years! Years ago, Jeremy Payne The Knowledge draws on over 150 scientifi c publications to provide you with a robust our mantra was ‘We produce the bullets for other people to introduction into quarry species, the management of both habitat and predators and all fire’, meaning we did the science, and in the main others made Director of Fundraising the latest issues surrounding shooting and conservation. You will also learn key informa- use of it. We have come a long way since then and whilst the science is as important as ever, we have significantly dialled tion about a typical day’s shooting – from important health & safety tips to guidance on game handling and security. Featuring a new foreword by bushcraft expert Ray Mears, The Knowledge is essential for all those who want to know more about shooting and conservation.

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gwct.org.uk 9 The London Ball Committee David Chandler David is a tropical medicine doctor. He grew up on and wild game shooting. This is David’s third year on the the West coast of Scotland and studied medicine in London Ball committee. He is an enthusiastic supporter Edinburgh. Outside of work, David is a keen deer stalker of this event which allows the GWCT to provide scientific and an advocate of sustainable deer management in evidence that underpins best practice in fieldsports and balance with the environment. He also enjoys fly fishing conservation.

Annabel Coaker I have always been passionate about British sporting life – the need to preserve both for future generations. I feel likely due to growing up in the Cotswolds, surrounded by incredibly lucky to work in marketing the best of Britain’s superb landscape and endless opportunity for shooting, countryside at Sportarm. Britain’s rural life is flourishing riding and hunting. The energy of country sports, paired – supporting the GWCT is a fantastic way to ensure this with the beauty of the countryside, is unparalleled; as is continues.

Kate Fenterstock Having grown up in three countries and five towns, pursuits and how to ensure their survival for the next Kate fostered an appreciation for the diversity of the generation. Her support for the research and conservation world around her and how a global community is united efforts of the GWCT is in the name of sustainability and through celebrating nature. What started as a curiosity environmental protection both in the UK and beyond. has grown to a whole-hearted enthusiasm for outdoor

Rochelle Godden Originally from London and now Kent. I have my an enormous learning curve. During our second season own business and I took up shooting about 10 years I was introduced to the GWCT and realised that the ago. Shortly after I became gripped not only by game GWCT is an evidence-based charity whose research is shooting, but also by the countryside and conservation. paramount for our countryside. Looking forward to a At this time, I had agreed to run the shoot on the Estate, successful ball.

George Jones George grew up on and now runs the family farm in Essex last year on behalf of Essex and encourages anyone after studying at the Royal Agriculture University. A keen who to support the Trusts invaluable work. George is sportsman and passionate supporter of the Trust. George currently helping to organise the Essex ball to be held on has sat on both the Essex and London Ball committee 7th February 2020, details of which can be found on the since 2018. George spoke at the Chairman’s conference GWCT website.

George Juer Purdey’s point man in America is Brit George Juer. An fishing or wildfowling, a keen field sport enthusiast and a Old Etonian, he has a proven history with English best- passionate advocate for conservation. gun makers West London Gun Room, William Evans George has been on the London Ball committee since and J. Roberts and Son. George can be seen partaking 2018. On the night you can expect to see him leading the in all aspects of fieldsports, whether shooting, stalking, charge with Lisa Linard for the Heads & Tails. 10 Lisa Linard Lisa was brought up in London and the English through the Moors or enjoying the intensity of Dressage. Countryside, this is where Lisa’s passion for wildlife She is very passionate about conservation and what the began. Climbing her first Munro in The Highlands where Trust has achieved. She has been on the London and Ball the natural beauty is simply beyond words, to her love Committee for over 10 years, and you’ll see her directing for Shooting, Stalking, Hunting and Riding whether the Heads & Tails with George Juer later on.

Guy Linzee Gordon Guy grew up in the wild and wonderful wetlands of in London due to work, Guy was delighted to be asked Aberdeenshire, he was surrounded by and brought up to be part of the Game and Wildlife Conservation Trust on a healthy diet of shooting, fishing and stalking. It was and be able to give back to the land that was once such a during these early years of his life that his appreciation of large part of his life wildlife began. Sacrificing the country life for one based Andrew Marshall Coming from the wilds of the Exmoor National Park, I we raise as much money as possible (and have some believe that good land management and the conservation fun along the way). You will find me either in Central of wildlife and game and is essential to the future of London or my local pub on Exmoor. our countryside. Being part of the committee is a great privilege as we are all passionate and work hard to ensure Tom Payne Tom’s pedigree stands before him. He is recognised as Tom fits guns for many private clients from around the one of the top game shots of his generation, he regularly world and many renowned gun makers. He is a published appears in The Field ‘Top Shots’, The Shooting Times ‘Top author on his favourite passion, pigeon shooting and is Shots’ and Fieldsports Magazine ‘1st 1s Pigeon Shots’, ‘1st ‘The Shooting Times’ pigeon shooting expert, covering 11 Game Shots’ and ‘6 of The Best.’ many of the game shooting instructional pieces.

Frank Stephenson Having grown up a farmer’s son in rural Suffolk; I have Through their use of scientific research, the GWCT’s always had a huge interest and appreciation of wildlife data is absolutely vital in truly understanding how we and the natural world. I started shooting at a young age can help save a number of endangered ecosystems in the and having joined GunsOnPegs almost five years ago UK and that is why, when I had the opportunity of being now, I learnt just how incredibly important the work the involved in the GWCT London Ball, I was very keen to GWCT does for the conservation of so many species. help in whatever way I could.

11 Acknowledgements The GWCT and the London Ball Committee wishes to thank the following who, in addition to those listed on the succeeding pages, have generously given donations, prizes and their time: Anonymous George Gunn OJT Designs The Viscount Ashbrook Guns on Pegs Hugh Oliver-Bellasis Nicky Oppenheimer Barrington Ayre Gavin Hall The Rt Hon Richard Benyon, MP Sarah Hartley Patrick Mavros Berry Bros & Rudd Francesca Hicks The Pipas Family John Briscoe Joanne Hoareau J. Purdey & Sons British Polo Gin Hook Norton Brewery Clare Brownlow Holts Auctioneers Hugh Scott-Barrett Olivia Hope The Shotgun Chef Harry Chisholm Hull Cartridge Michael Spencer Cirencester Park Polo Club Fiona Sunley Patrick Colquhoun Islamouth Fishing Alexandra Swan Charlie Connell Swarovski OPTIKS Sir Alastair Cook, CBE Gamey Jaimie The Swinton Estate Gerry Coulter Anne Johnston Gill Fine Art Sybarite Sporting

Rupert Drury David Keswick The Culden Faw Estate Kieron the Mighty The London Rowing Club The Eastbury Hotel Tony Kirkham The Mustique Company Stephen Einhorn The Savoy ELEY Hawk Ladies Macnab Club Steve Thomas Ettinger of London Danny Lucas Archie Trower Patrick Evelyn The Luss Estates Company The Viscount Lymington The Hon Arthur Vestey Fall into Flowers The Hon William Vestey Sarah Farnsworth Mainbrace Rum 8 Vodka Toby Fichtner-Irvine Marmaduke The Field Magazine David Mayhew Simon Ward Jeremy Finnis Rodger McPhail Emma Weir Robert Miller Nick Williams Tara Ghai Ross Minerva Owen Williams Marina Gibson Beth Mottram Count Konrad Goess-Saurau Zambuni PR Charles Goucher Kirsty Newall Catriona Graffius The Northern Fishing School 12 Thank you to our Sponsors

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Thanks also to our suppliers

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13 Prizes to be WON! Raffle £20 for 1 ticket or £40 for 3 For the chance to win: A mixed case of 3 bottles of Meursault Joseph Faiveley 2016 and 3 bottles of Aloxe-Corton ‘Domaine Latour’ 2014 Meursault Joseph Faiveley 2016 Aloxe-Corton ‘Domaine Latour’ 2014 The climatic conditions were very mixed in 2016. Aloxe-Corton has been the home of the Latour The harvests took place later than usual in order to family and the heart of Domaine Louis Latour for allow the grapes to reach their optimum ripeness centuries. levels. Our wines present fruity aromas. The wines Our Aloxe-Corton “Domaine Latour” 2014 shows are smooth and fleshy. This promises to be a very a nice ruby red colour. On the nose, the finesse distinctive vintage. dominates : cherry, liquorice and mocha notes. Touches of honeysuckle, white and yellow fruits On the palate, the tannins are discreet and the with excellent richness, depth and vibrant acidity – woody taste is melllow. The finish offers a superb finished with toasted bread and vanilla. freshness. A copy of The Knowledge and Glorious Game The Knowledge Glorious Game The Knowledge draws on over 150 The book includes a unique collection scientific publications to provide you of recipes using the whole range with a robust introduction into quarry of game, including many that are species, the management of both achievable for the home cook: habitat and predators and all the everything from a simple but latest issues surrounding shooting brilliant game sandwich to a and conservation. classic venison Wellington. There You will also learn key are also more ambitious recipes information about a typical day’s requiring a fair bit of know-how, shooting – from important health & safety tips specialist kitchen equipment, a lot of time to guidance on game handling and security. and advance planning. Donated by the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust

14 Heads & Tails Stand up and have some fun! Join in and play for the chance to win: 3 Magnums of Henri Giraud Esprit Nature NV Champagne Henri Giraud is the oldest Champagne house still owned by its founding family – the Giraud-Hémart family has farmed vines at Aÿ since 1625. However, it is only since current head Claude Giraud took over that the wines have been released under the family name. The flagship release is the rich, voluptuous Fût de Chêne, a Pinot Noir-dominant Champagne blend. At the crossroads of the generations, Champagne Henri Giraud has decided to embark upon a ‘Revolution’ to remain true to itself. Our new cuvees express respect for the terroir as a living entity, and embody Champagne Henri Giraud’s own vision of natural wine which is neither a concept void of meaning nor a return to the past, but a pure affirmation of our identity. Henri Giraud Ésprit Nature Champagne is a totally new wine to the range replacing Esprit Brut. 80% Pinot Noir and 20% Chardonnay. With 50% reserve wines matured in small casks made of oak from the forest of Argonne and in ovoid (egg-shaped) vats. Donated by the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust Laser Shoot The best shot will win: Red Deer Tusk Ivory Cufflinks, set in Sterling Silver This pair of polished ‘Ivory’ Red Deer Stag Tusk cufflinks are set in Sterling Silver - hand-made in Scotland, hallmarked and individually numbered, for provenance records. The cufflinks are presented in a velvet blue box with a card insert of the date and deer forest from where the stag was taken. Further Donation: Sybarite Sporting will donate proceeds from bespoke Stag Tusk orders by using the GCM43789 promotion code at: www.sybarite-sporting.com Generously donated by Sybarite Sporting Ltd

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The Main Auction

Conducted by Charlie Thomas Main Auction Lots Lot 1: One day for two guns on the Temple Estate, Wiltshire Lot 2: A mixed day’s Pheasant & Partridge Shooting for 8 guns on the Wotton Estate, Surrey Lot 3: A Unique Safari for Two People at the Tswalu Kalahari Reserve, South Africa

Lot 5 Lot 4: A mixed day’s Pheasant & Partridge Shooting for 8 guns on the Nevill Holt Estate, Leicestershire Lot 5: Three days for 5 Rods with 2 Boats and 2 Ghillies on the Islamouth beat, Perthshire Lot 6: A Mixed Day’s Grouse and Partridge Shooting for 8 Lot 9 guns on the Snilesworth Estate, North Yorkshire Lot 6 Lot 7: Seven days' in a sea view suite for 2 guests at the Cotton House, Mustique

Lot 4 Lot 8: A day’s Grouse Shooting for 8 or 9 guns on the Gunnerside Estate, North Yorkshire Lot 12 Lot 10 Lot 9: A tour of the McLaren Forumla 1 Centre for 6 guests Lot 1 Lot 10: Pheasant & Partridge Shooting for 8 guns on the Lot 11 Lot 2 Prescombe Estate, Wiltshire Lot 11: A Manor & Co. Bespoke side-lock ejector gun Lot 12: A day for 8 guns at Culham Court, Oxfordshire N

W E Lot 8 Lot 3 S 18 Lot 1 One day for 2 guns on the Temple Estate, Wiltshire One day’s shooting for 2 guns on the famous Temple Estate shoot at Rockley near Marlborough, which was featured in The Field’s Top 50 shoots. It also won the Purdey Gold Award in 2013 for its transformational conservation work and for building up a first rate shoot. Set in the wonderful rolling chalk downs with panoramic views, the two guns will join seven other guns for some testing birds with an anticipated bag of 400, mixed pheasant and partridge. Breakfast, lunch and tea are included. To be taken on a mutually agreeable date in the 2020-2021 season. Generously donated by Count Konrad Goess-Saurau

19 Lot 2 A mixed day’s Pheasant & Partridge Shooting for 8 guns on the Wotton Estate, Surrey The Wotton Estate is set in a stunning part of Surrey, situated between Gomshall, Westcott, and Leith Hill, and including part of the North Downs. Surrey is one of the most under-rated counties for game shooting. There is an established shoot with a wide variety of drives to suit the time of year and conditions, ensuring the guns will always have a challenging and fulfilling day. Elevenses and lunch will be provided, with an expected bag of 200. To be taken on a mutually agreeable date in November or December 2020. Generously donated by Patrick Evelyn

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Lot 3 A Unique Safari for Two People at the Tswalu Kalahari Reserve, South Africa Tswalu is a remarkable bush retreat situated on the edge of the Kalahari Reserve, within the largest privately owned South African game reserve. This is a unique and wonderful opportunity for two people to stay for three nights in one of the luxurious, spacious and secluded legae on The Motse (meaning ‘village’ in Tswana). The Motse lies at the foot of the Korrenaberg mountains facing westwards across the grasslands of the Kalahari. Guests will enjoy staying in one of the nine legae which are built of desert sand, local rich red clay and traditional Kalahari that, each comprise of a spacious bedroom with an open fireplace and a private sun deck overlooking a waterhole where guests can watch for animals of every kind and enjoy the spectacular view over the savannahs from the infinity pool. Guests will enjoy guided walks so that they can get closer to the land, a morning might begin by walking up to a meerkat colony, at the end of the day, as the sun sets, guests can delight in the sounds and sights of the desert change. A private guide and vehicle will be provided so that the guests can enjoy a completely flexible itinerary and expect

22 sightings of some of Africa’s rarest and most extraordinary wildlife, including black-maned lions, pangolin and African wild dogs. Tswalu also offers guests the unique opportunity to enjoy this astounding area from horseback. On horseback, they will be able to enjoy the vastness of the Kalahari and the grassy plains and rolling dunes against the pink and mauve backdrop of the Korannaberg mountains. The last lucky winner commented - It“ was a magical experience spent in luxurious accommodation, and out on safari, where the staff were so attentive and created wonderful memories for us by showing us incredible animal interactions, the biodiversity of the land and serving us abundant food in fabulous settings” To be taken on a mutually agreeable date in 2020. Return flights from either Cape Town or Johannesburg to Tswalu included. Flights to South Africa are not included. Generously donated by Nicky Oppenheimer

23 Lot 4 A mixed day’s Pheasant & Partridge Shooting for 8 guns on the Nevill Holt Estate, Leicestershire The Nevill Holt Estate are delighted to offer 8 guns for a mixed day’s partridge and pheasant shooting. With a bag of 250 birds. Nevill Holt Hall is a Grade I listed building, dating back to before 1300. In 2000, the Hall was bought and superbly restored by David Ross, who has kindly donated this fabulous prize. Nevill Holt overlooks the Welland Valley, just north of the border with Northamptonshire and provides a wonderful days shooting. This lot includes a lunch providing a perfect day for those with a passion for shooting and the outdoors! Accommodation not included. To be taken on a mutually agreeable date in the 2020-2021 season. Generously donated by David Ross

24 Lot 5 Three days for 5 Rods with 2 Boats and 2 Ghillies on the Islamouth beat, Perthshire Islamouth is a world-renowned River Tay salmon beat that represents one of very finest and most in demand Scottish salmon fishing venues. This prolific Scottish venue is one that cruises to average over 500 rod caught salmon per season such are its fish holding qualities. Other than having perfect fly-fishing pools the unique positioning of this Tay beat immediately downstream from the River Isla confluence gives salmon an easy resting point en-route to the Isla and its tributaries. Take this amazing beat and its perfect River Tay location and add into the mix two of the River Tay’s finest professional boatmen & absolute ‘expert’ ghillies and you’ll then understand exactly why Islamouth does so exceptionally well from year to year. The big runs of River Isla destined salmon arrive in March and continue right through to the end of July. This beat is the first real stopping point for these fish which are usually always straight off the tide at Perth and keen to take a fly. In addition to these known runs are all the salmon that head to the River Tummel & Loch Tay and beyond and like any beat where the water pressures are suitable more will congregate en-route up stream. To be taken on a mutually agreeable date in 2020. Generously donated by Islamouth Fishing

25 Lot 6 A Mixed Day’s Grouse and Partridge Shooting for 8 guns on the Snilesworth Estate, North Yorkshire Snilesworth Estate extends to over 6,500 acres. The Snilesworth low ground shoot which is on the edge of this moor, has over 14 different drives. The Partridges are of very good quality and all drives are set amongst some of the most stunning scenery in Yorkshire. The Arnsgill Partridge drive is famous in an area already known for great drives. An incredible opportunity for a team of eight guns to shoot approximately 50 brace of grouse (double gunning) over two drives, and also 100 partridge on the same Yorkshire estate, already renowned for its partridge. To be taken on either the 18th or 19th September 2020. Lunch included. Generously donated by Nick Williams

Valuations, Private Collections & House Sales

From Arms & Armour and Antiquities to Sporting Guns, Watches ENQUIRIES and Wine, whatever your valuation requirements Bonhams can help. Charlie Thomas Robin Hereford Our specialists have an unrivalled track record working in both [email protected] [email protected] Single-Owner and Private Collection sales. Please contact us 020 7468 8358 020 7468 8340 for a free and confidential valuation. bonhams.com

26 Valuations, Private Collections & House Sales

From Arms & Armour and Antiquities to Sporting Guns, Watches ENQUIRIES and Wine, whatever your valuation requirements Bonhams can help. Charlie Thomas Robin Hereford Our specialists have an unrivalled track record working in both [email protected] [email protected] Single-Owner and Private Collection sales. Please contact us 020 7468 8358 020 7468 8340 for a free and confidential valuation. bonhams.com

27 Lot 7 Seven days’ in a Sea View Suite for 2 guests at the Cotton House, Mustique For nearly 60 years, a glamorous, often recurring cast of jet setters that included royals, musicians, and moguls retreated to this 1,400-acre private island in the Caribbean for equal parts peace and privacy. The story of Mustique’s evolution has been well documented over the years. It was a unique concept, the product of one man’s vision that has developed over time into a thriving and desirable destination. Its landscape today possesses the same breathtaking allure that its early residents enjoyed fifty years ago, but now pleasingly combined with a world class degree of modern luxury. The last fifty years has seen Mustique become one of the most sought-after holiday destinations in the world, where homeowners frequently return, and visitors repeatedly rent one of the many private villas that are available throughout the year. Such is the island’s allure that guests come back year after year to visit old friends and embrace the pure escape that Mustique represents – the quintessential private island paradise. There are few places left in the world that can offer such a safe and private paradise. Whilst here you and a guest will be staying at the centrally located Cotton House. Originally an old cotton

28 warehouse, the hotel was the first building project to be undertaken on the island. It was designed in 1968 by Oliver Messel, a leading British theatre stage designer, who had developed a reputation for the flamboyant and original houses he had designed on neighbouring Barbados. It soon became a landmark destination in the Caribbean and the island community’s social hub. The hotel was recently refurbished by the award-winning Parisian architect Tristan Auer, undergoing a sympathetic restoration of Messel’s style, maintaining the original features to conserve the hotel’s charm and character. Flight transfers are included from St. Lucia. Once you’ve arrived in Mustique you can elect to indulge in the Cotton House welcoming drinks night during peak season - or take time to yourself exploring the pristine beaches and soaking up some sun with a strong rum cocktail in hand. For your 7 day stay bed and breakfast will be provided. Whilst here enjoy the delights of barefoot barbecues or a formal a la carte dinner at the Veranda Restaurant at the heart of the estate. There are many ways to enjoy the island’s natural hospitality. Mustique is a haven for all. Staying in one of the Cotton Houses luxurious Sea View Suites, with one King size bedroom and an ensuite bathroom with bath tub and outdoor shower with sunset views. Stunning sea views from the furnished balcony. The island offers many activities, from water sports such as sailing, scuba diving and snorkeling to riding and tennis. For nature lovers there are early morning hikes to discover the island’s natural flora and fauna, whilst some guests prefer to practise their sun salute at our shoreside yoga pavilion at the start of the day. Maximum Capacity: 2 Guests Bed & Breakfast service included. Transfer flights from St. Lucia provided. To be taken on a mutually agreeable date in 2020 (excluding Christmas, New Years and Easter). Generously donated by The Mustique Company 29 Lot 8 A day’s Grouse Shooting for 8 or 9 guns on the Gunnerside Estate, North Yorkshire For experienced grouse guns only. This grouse moor needs no introduction as one of the most sought after in the UK. One double gun day of grouse shooting for 8 or 9 guns at Gunnerside Estate, on a date to be agreed in October 2020. Lunch and tea will be included and loaders can be provided if required. The anticipated bag will be in the region of 50-100 brace. This lot is subject to sufficient grouse stocks and, if necessary, will be rolled over to the following year. Purchaser to provide sufficient transport for the team. Generously donated by Robert Miller

30 Lot 9 A VIP tour of the McLaren Formula 1 Centre for 6 guests McLaren Racing has one single mission: to win Grands Prix and World Championships. To design, build and operate a Formula 1 car at race-winning levels requires focus, ambition, imagination, dedication and microscopic attention to detail. It demands excellence. This was true 50 years ago when Bruce McLaren hand-picked a small group of associates to design and build racing cars bearing his own name, and it is still true today – 20 World Championships, 182 grand prix victories, and over 600 employees later. McLaren’s successful racing heritage has been driven by a relentless desire to innovate. Through their connections of fitting out the new McLaren road car production facility in 2010 and their McLaren F1 partnership that continues today, Lucas, the industry award winning fit out and finishing specialists are offering this incredible opportunity for 6 guests to see first-hand the McLaren Racing facilities. Whilst there you will have the chance to see their latest Formula 1 car, be taken on a tour of the Centre viewing their boulevard, historical cars and trophies; with multiple photo opportunities throughout. A pre-lunch Wine Reception and lunch in their executive dining room will also be provided. For the petrol heads out there, this is a unique chance to see the inner workings of the award-winning McLaren Group. To be taken on a mutually agreeable date in 2020. Generously donated by Danny Lucas, Lucas UK Group, Executive Chairman

31 Lot 10 Pheasant & Partridge Shooting for 8 guns on the Prescombe Estate, Wiltshire Prescombe Sporting offers the very best in Game Shooting on their Prescombe Shoot, which is between Salisbury and Shaftesbury on the Wiltshire-Dorset Borders. It is well known for its “excellent quality high birds” and also offers some of the most testing drives known in the UK. Prescombe Shoot boasts nearly 3,000 acres of land and over 30 different Drives, encompassing woodland, cover crops, beautiful rolling banks and deep valleys. The topography presents awe-inspiring birds that are renowned throughout the shooting world. Couple this with the expert and relaxed guidance of Steve Thomas to make Prescombe Shoot one of the best partridge and pheasant shoots in the Country. Lunch included - the Shoot pride themselves on the best traditional lunches, served with very fine wines. All the food is freshly prepared and served at The Shoot Lodge. To be taken on a mutually agreeable date in the 2020-2021 season. Generously donated by Steve Thomas

32 Lot 11 A Manor & Co bespoke side-lock ejector gun For many years Gerry Coulter worked with Rolls Royce Power Generation and Jet Engines. He has been working with the obsolete engines, and making aftermarket parts for the engines that Rolls Royce no longer support. This involved working to the highest technical and quality standards of engineering. Due to his passion for game shooting, boar hunting and deer stalking, he wanted one gun in a transport case that could be configured in any calibre as a complete shooting system. With his Engineering capabilities, he was determined to have a bespoke double rifle, shotgun, or rifle shotgun combination, from a single solution. Also he wanted to bring together high quality engineering, along with the craftsmanship of the goldsmith and engraver, to produce traditional London style sidelock ejector shotguns. His vision is to utilise parts and components from some of the finest gun makers in the world, along with materials and engineering from the aviation sector. Your shotgun will be built in a traditional London Style, with traditional London fashion scroll engraving of your own choice. The gun will be fitted to the client’s measurements. Generously donated by Gerry Coulter of Manor & Co.

33 Traditionally crafted with a modern twist, Mainbrace is a unique golden ‘spliced rum’. A premium blend of unaged Agricole from Martinique and 2-5 year old rums from 3 different stills in Guyana.

mainbracerum.com Lot 12 A day’s mixed Partridge & Pheasant Shooting for 8 guns on the Culham Court Estate, Berkshire A wonderful opportunity for 8 guns (single gunning) to shoot on the Culham Beat of the Culden Faw Estate. The day will be a mixed partridge/pheasant shoot with an estimated bag of 250. The day will consist of 4 or 5 drives with a welcome light breakfast, large elevenses in the field, lunch and finally tea at the end of the day. The Culham Court shoot is located on the 3,500 acre Culden Faw Estate on the boundary of Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire and is only a one hour drive from Central London. To be taken on a mutually agreeable date in the 2020-2021 season. Generously donated by the Culden Faw Estate Traditionally crafted with a modern twist, Mainbrace is a unique golden ‘spliced rum’. A premium blend of unaged Agricole from Martinique and 2-5 year old rums from 3 different stills in Guyana. mainbracerum.com

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The Silent Auction Lot 1 “A Red Grouse” by Rodger McPhail Born in West Houghton, Lancashire, Rodger McPhail is widely regarded as one of the most accomplished wildlife artists working in Britain today. After studying at both Liverpool and Coventry Art Colleges, he achieved the rare distinction of having a painting published on the front cover of The Shooting Times at the age of just 19. Rodger’s versatility is truly remarkable - equally at home in watercolours and oils, he is a master of detail without being a slave to it, as his remarkably fluid and evocative sketches and caricatures demonstrate. A keen naturalist, Rodger has spent countless hours tracking and observing his subjects, and this first-hand knowledge is immediately evident in his work. He has had numerous exhibitions at the Tryon Gallery in London, has illustrated several wildlife books, and his work has pride of place in some of the most significant private and public collections around the world. N.B. Postage and packaging costs not included. Generously donated by Rodger McPhail Lot 2 An Evening at the Nevill Holt Opera for 4 guests, Leicestershire With a fairytale historic stately-home setting, panoramic views, award- winning gardens bursting into full summer bloom, there is so much to enjoy at the Nevill Holt Opera. The Nevill Holt Opera opened its stunning new opera house to festival audiences in June 2018. The new theatre provides an outstanding and permanent home for NHO. The historic setting of their theatre makes it the most uniquely intimate opera house in the UK, as well as the newest. This is a wonderful opportunity for 4 guests to enjoy the delights of the new opera house with a champagne reception on arrival and a gourmet dinner during the extended 90-minute interval. To be taken on a mutually agreeable date during the 2020 Opera Season: La Traviata: Verdi - Wednesday 10th to Sunday 14th June Don Giovanni: Mozart - Wednesday 24th June - Wednesday 1st July Generously donated by David Ross 38 Lot 3 A weekend Salmon & Sea Trout Fishing for 4 Rods on the River Frome, Dorset This is a wonderful opportunity for four guests to go fly fishing on one of the most western of the famous English chalkstreams. The Frome provides stunning wild trout fishing, has recently recorded salmon as large as 50lbs, at one time held the English sea trout record and currently holds the British grayling record. Two nights accommodation in the comfortable and stylish Ecocentre fishing lodge is included. To be taken on a mutually agreeable date April- October 2020. Generously donated by Anonymous Lot 4 An Emberleaf Garron v2 Stalking Knife The Garron v2 is completely handmade in the UK and comes with a 3mm thick, 23mm wide full tang 5.5 (14cm) AEB-L (complex powder stainless steel) Blade, with a total overall length of 10 inches. It is handled in exhibition grade desert iron wood fixed with x2 stainless steel corby rivets. The full flat into micro bevel grind profile is set up to offer the best edge retention, sharpness and ease of sharpening and maintenance. The Garron has been extensively tested by many professional stalkers and industry leaders, their insights are available on the Emberleaf Workshops website: www.emberleaf.com N.B. Postage and packaging costs not included. Generously donated by Ross Minerva Lot 5 A day stalking with a pony, for 2 guns on Garrogie Estate, Inverness-shire A wonderful opportunity for 2 guns to experience a day of stalking in the untamed beauty of Inverness-shire. The stalking at Garrogie is carried out in the traditional manner using ponies on the most inaccessible beats during the stag season to recover the deer. Possibility to negotiate with the donor to buy a second day if wanted. To be taken on a mutually agreeable date in the 2020-2021 season. Generously donated by Charlie Connell 39 Lot 6 Roe Buck Stalking for 1 Rifle at Petworth, West Sussex The Leconfield Estate at Petworth has some of the finest examples of roe buck to be found in Britain or indeed the world. Petworth is famous for its classic roe heads. Having the opportunity to stalk one of these beasts in the British countryside is a truly unforgettable experience. Southern England and Sussex in particular is typically where the best quality trophy animals can be found. To be taken on a mutually agreeable date in the 2020-2021 season. Generously donated by Ross Minerva Lot 7 Join the fisheries team by the river for a day of salmonid research in action The widespread crash in Atlantic salmon in 90’s highlighted the importance of not only monitoring the number of returning adults but also the number of emigrating smolts. Only by monitoring both smolt and adults are we able to separate the effect of events happening at sea and in freshwater. To achieve this the GWCT fisheries spends three weeks in late summer each year electric fishing and microchipping 10,000 wild juvenile salmon and 3,000 wild brown trout. Join the fisheries team for a day of tagging on the Dorset Frome. Donated by the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust Lot 8 Royal Chelsea Flower Show Member’s Day tickets for 2 The world’s most famous flower show is back for another year, featuring cutting-edge garden design, fabulous shopping and plants from every corner of the globe. The RHS Chelsea Flower Show, Member’s Day Tuesday 19th May or Wednesday 20th May 2020, will feature the very best that the gardening world has to offer, including the famous Great Pavilion at the heart of the show packed with specialist growers and nurseries. Champagne afternoon tea or lunch will be provided. Generously donated by Rochelle Godden

40 Lot 9 Tour of the cellars at No. 3 St. James’s Street with a history of Berry Bros. & Rudd. Founded in 1698, Berry Bros. & Rudd is Britain’s oldest family-owned wine and spirits merchant. With two Royal Warrants, more than 300 years of history and five Masters of Wine, we are proud of our world-class reputation for exceptional wines and spirits. Historic customers include Lord Byron, William Pitt the Younger and the Aga Khan. We created the Cutty Sark whisky, and pioneered the vintage concept for The Glenrothes single malt Scotch whisky. Today, members of the Berry and Rudd families continue to own and manage the family-run wine and spirits merchant. This lot offers a tour of our historic home and cellars at No.3 St James’s Street along with a history of Berry Bros. & Rudd. After the tour a glass of fizz will be supplied by us. Generously donated by Berry Bros & Rudd

Lot 10 A Pair of Matthew Cookson Macnab Slippers To celebrate your Macnab in style, the Ladies Macnab Club offers a pair of customized smoking slippers (available for men and women), with the Macnab logo embroidered on them, made by Matthew Cookson in Paris. These slippers have been exclusively designed to celebrate the Ladies Macnab Challenge successes, for the successful ladies and their guests. The Ladies Macnab Challenge takes place every year since 2012. In 2019, we pioneered the MacAfrican in Namibia. To find out more about our club membership, sponsorship and events: www.ladiesmacnabchallenge.co.uk Generously donated by the Ladies Macnab Challenge 41 Lot 11 A Dinner party for up to 10 cooked by Gamey Jaimie Jaimie has been working in the capital city for more than a decade, as well as travelling further afield spreading his culinary talents. He is proudly the current GWCT Game Chef of the year following his success at the ‘GWCT Game’ Dinner back in October. Jaimie’s private cooking skills are well known amongst numerous shooting estates, wine experts and restaurant critics. He is passionate about creating recipes using seasonal food and has an uncompromising commitment to sourcing fine ingredients locally and ethically. Jaimie is here to fuse flavours, inspire and share his passion for food and wine. Mr Haselock specialises in cooking game meat, earning himself the name Gamey Jaimie. To be taken on a mutually agreeable date in 2020. Generously donated by Gamey Jaimie

Lot 12 1,000 190th Anniversary Cartridges by Eley Hawk This 190th Anniversary cartridge is loaded in a royal blue paper case to recognise the roots of the very first cartridges being crafted in paper. The case is placed on a 25 mm nickel head and stamped onto the eley paper case with The Eley name and the old EBL shield lovingly crafted from the early Eley Brothers silversmithing hallmark . This gives it a modern twist for the contemporary shooter, who demands the highest performing ballistics. This is a genuine homage to the company its products and heritage. Each Box of 25 has a celebration leaflet with more detail about the load and the company. Of particular note - the primer and the rim of the primer are also nickel coated for a consistent finish. T&C’s - we will ship to 1 address in the UK. The bidder will need to present a valid shotgun certificate, and the delivery address will need to match the address of the certificate Generously donated by Eley Hawk 42 Lot 13 7 night stay for 4 people at the Hotel Gai Soleil, Megeve in the French Alps Tree lined pistes offer the visitor relaxed and varied options to enjoy, all of which benefit from the stunning Mont Blanc as an ever-present back drop. With 445 km of downhill pistes, the ski areas include Megève, St.Gervais, La Giettaz, Les Contamines, Combloux, Cordon and St Nicolas de Veroce, making it one of the largest ski areas in France. For snowboarders there is a Terrain Park that can be found at Mont Joux and a Boardercross at Rochebrune. For those who prefer the Cross Country Skiing there are 4 areas – Plaine d’Arly, Megève to Praz sur Arly, Mont D’Arbois and Le Livraz each featuring different levels of difficulty and length. Accommodation and breakfast only. To be taken on a mutually agreeable date in 2020. Generously donated by Beth Mottram

Lot 14 A 3-hour gun fitting & lesson with Top game shot, Tom Payne Tom’s pedigree stands before him. He is recognised as one of the top game shots of his generation, he regularly appears in The Field ‘Top Shots’, The Shooting Times ‘Top Shots’ and Fieldsports Magazine ‘1st 1s Pigeon Shots’, ‘1st 11 Game Shots’ and ‘6 of The Best.’ Tom fits guns for many private clients from around the world and many renowned gun makers. He is a published author on his favourite passion, pigeon shooting and is ‘The Shooting Times’ pigeon shooting expert, covering many of the game shooting instructional pieces. To be taken on a mutually agreeable date in 2020 Generously donated by Tom Payne 43 Lot 15 “The Last Stand” Canvas Signed Print by Anne Johnston Gill Anne is an award winning artist based in Berwick upon Tweed who sold her first painting at the age of 13. By the age of 18 she had sold worldwide and on leaving school attended Edinburgh College of Art. Anne now mainly paints wildlife in pastels and in oils she takes inspiration from the natural wildlife found in the woodlands surrounding her home. Anne’s latest venture is to produce oil paintings of wildlife on reclaimed wood. Each one is an original and unique with a connection to the wood and innocence of the animal. Canvas dimensions: 61 cm x 81 cm. N.B. Postage and packaging costs not included. Generously donated by Anne Johnston Gill Lot 16 Shoot Day Photography by Sarah Farnsworth Sarah Farnsworth has always had a passion for all things rural. Having documented the countryside photographically for over 10 seasons was awarded the accolade ‘Countryside Alliance Rural Hero’, at their Rural Oscars awards, in recognition of her commitment to the countryside. She has also won the Leica Fieldsports Photographer of the Year Award 2018 & 2019 for her images of working gundogs and foxhounds. Her work is regularly featured in magazines such as Country Life, The Field, Shooting Times and Horse & Hound. Sarah is offering the winning bidder the opportunity to have her photograph one of their days shooting, whether it’s driven or walked up. Her shoot day photography is a wonderful memento of a great day out, and the winning bidder would receive all the photos digitally on a USB in a presentation case to keep. To be taken on a mutually agreeable date in 2020 www.sarahfarnsworth.co.uk Generously donated by Sarah Farnsworth

44 Lot 17 Two weeks work experience at Zambuni PR Gain valuable real-life experience with the team at Zambuni, a full service PR and Marketing firm in the luxury country lifestyle sector. Engage with authentic heritage brands that span gunmakers, fishing brands, luxury accessories goods, countryside hotels and sporting clubs. Clients include Pickett, Boisdale, Loyton, Orvis, The Museum Inn in Dorset and The Punchbowl in Mayfair. Your experience will consist of, but not be limited to, brand and media research, digital strategy and social media, blogging and event organisation. Expenses up to £50 will be covered. Length of internship is two weeks in their Mayfair office. Internship can take place at any time, as long as it is convenient for all involved. Generously donated by Claire Zambuni of Zambuni PR Lot 18 A night’s Woodcock Ringing for 4 guests near Alton, Hampshire A wonderful opportunity for 4 guests to experience Woodcock ringing with the expert GWCT scientists Andrew Hoodless and Chris Heward. You will be catching woodcock using the ‘dazzle and net’ technique. This involves locating your woodcock feeding on open, mixed farmland at night using a lamp. All bird ringing in the UK is controlled by the British Trust for Ornithology. To be taken on a mutually agreeable date in 2020 Generously donated by Dr Andrew Hoodless Lot 19 Pheasant Shooting for 1 Gun on a 300 bird day at Clovelly, North Devon Clovelly Shoot offer driven days of 300 Bird Days over a variety of drives, some of which are staggeringly high and constantly praised by visiting teams, to the lower but none the less exciting drives and can cater for all levels. Although predominately pheasant, you may also see the odd partridge. Some of their drives border the sea and the local scenery is breathtaking. To be taken on October 22nd 2020. Generously donated by Charles Goucher 45

Lot 20 A set of five framed and signed Owen Williams Prints Owen Williams has been a sporting landscape painter for over 30 years. His main concern as an artist is to capture that fleeting moment when the shifting light in a scene seems to encapsulate a mood or atmosphere that speaks to a deeper truth about man’s relationship with the natural world. Although in many ways a difficult medium to work with, Owen finds that watercolour is the best means to accomplish his aims. Prints of Game Birds, framed and mounted. 29 x 23cm to inside frame. N.B. Postage and packaging costs not included. Generously donated by Owen Williams

Lot 21 A day’s stalking for two rifles on the Isle of Rum shooting Wild Scottish Goats The wild British primitive or ‘old Scotch’ goat is an ancient species of mountain goat found on the rugged Scottish hillsides. Nimble on their feet with a penchant for sheer rocky mountainsides, the Scottish mountain goat makes an exciting challenge to any stalker. Accommodation provided at Arisaig House. Enjoy peace and true contentment in this blissful West Highland Country House Hotel designed by Philip Webb the father of the ‘Arts and Crafts Movement. Surrounded by ancient woodland and coastline walks, terraced gardens and a tennis court. Arisaig House presents an ultimate spot for a romantic hideaway, a memorable celebration with friends or just simply time spent in pure tranquility exploring this wonderful area steeped in history. Dinner and breakfast are included. To be taken on a mutually agreeable date in 2020 Generously donated by Toby Fichtner-Irvine & Emma Weir

47 Lot 22 A wine tasting for 4 people with a Master of Wine at No. 3 St. James’s Street Founded in 1698, Berry Bros. & Rudd is Britain’s oldest family-owned wine and spirits merchant. With two Royal Warrants, more than 300 years of history and five Masters of Wine, we are proud of our world-class reputation for exceptional wines and spirits. Historic customers include Lord Byron, William Pitt the Younger and the Aga Khan. We created the Cutty Sark whisky, and pioneered the vintage concept for The Glenrothes single malt Scotch whisky. Today, members of the Berry and Rudd families continue to own and manage the family-run wine and spirits merchant. This lot offers a tasting at our historic home with a Master of Wine, of which there are only 389 in the world. You will be greeted at our premises at No.3 St James’s Street and taken to a private room for a tasting of delicious wines. Generously donated by Berry Bros & Rudd

Lot 23 A Tour of Kew Gardens for 12 guests A private tour for 12 people around the Royal Botanic Gardens, more famously known as Kew Gardens, after the gardens have been closed to the general public. The tour will be led by Tony Kirkham who is the Head of Arboretum and Gardens at Kew gardens making this a unique opportunity to be guided by someone with the most extensive knowledge about the trees and the gardens. To complete the private tour drinks will be served somewhere in the arboretum. To be taken on a mutually agreeable date in 2020 Generously donated by Tony Kirkham

48 Lot 24 Tickets for 2 People to The World Gunmakers Evening in May 2020 Started 6 years ago and organised by GunsOnPegs, this is a unique evening to enjoy the finest guns and the world’s best Gunmakers will all be there. Handle a Purdey, Boss or Holland & Holland & many other famous guns within only a few feet of each other, it’s your chance to choose your favourite. Will it be a Beretta, Boxall & Edmiston, Browning or Longthorne, there’ll be over 35 gunmakers to choose from! Tickets include Champagne & wine from one of London’s top wine merchants and Canapés from a 5-star hotel. This exclusive event is sold out every year with only 400 guests in attendance. www.gunsonpegs.com Generously donated by Guns on Pegs Lot 25 Seven night’s stay for 7 guests in New Hampshire, USA The Pipas family is pleased to offer a week in their meticulously restored 1780 New Hampshire colonial on 125 acres of uplands. The home is 20 minutes from Dartmouth College with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, lovely kitchen, and sporting room. Sleeping up to seven, it is complete with heated pool, wood-burning stove, sporting library, tiny wine cellar and beautiful views. The property holds moose, black bear, whitetail deer, turkey, bobcat, ruffed grouse, and songbirds. There are lovely hiking/cross country skiing trails right out the front door. The home is an easy 2 hour drive from Boston International Airport, and an hour from the White Mountains. Nearby are a variety of fabulous restaurants, trout streams, and orchards. Hunting of small game, deer, and bear is allowed and licenses are easily available with proof of hunter education. The property is offered any week of 2020 by mutual arrangement. Travel costs not included. Generously donated by the Pipas family

49 Lot 26 An Ettinger Visiting Card Case Renowned tattoo artist Saira Hunjan, aka The Girl With the Golden Needle, created two exclusive designs for Ettinger, based on two of the British countryside’s most ubiquitous animals: the splendid pheasant and the dashing fox. Saira’s intricate designs combine her Oriental sensibility with a traditional British theme to create a fantastical bestiary reminiscent of heraldic helms and illuminations. These have been applied with great care by Ettinger craftspeople onto a velvety soft burnishable calf leather to make the designs stand out in their full glory and give this collection a refined look and feel. Moreover, this leather will acquire a unique patina over time, perfecting the antique heritage of these leather goods. N.B. Postage and packaging costs not included. Generously donated by Ettinger of London Lot 27 A pair of Patrick Mavros Croc Hornback Dangle Earrings Patrick Mavros is an African Family business, whose unique luxury products and experiences represent a Safari of adventure, romance and above all unquestionable quality. Nile Crocodiles are the highly successful descendants of a once dominant animal group - the dinosaurs. No African river is considered really wild unless inhabited by this powerful saurian. Sterling Silver earrings: Length 7.8cm Generously donated by Patrick Mavros

Lot 28 A half day’s Masterclass Coaching session with Simon Ward for 2 guns A wonderful opportunity for 2 guests to experience a half day’s masterclass coaching, session led by Simon Ward at the Royal Berkshire Shooting School near Pangbourne. Established over two decades ago, the Shooting School is recognised as the finest facility of its kind, and has one of the most expansive shooting grounds in the country. Generously donated by Simon Ward 50 Lot 29 A Macnab attempt for 2 guns over two days at Glenmazeran, Inverness-Shire A wonderful chance for two people to get a Macnab on the Glenmazeran Estate, Inverness-shire. The Estate stalker will help you shoot a stag, a brace of grouse and show you where you can catch a salmon on the fly in the River Findhorn. Glenmazeran is located approximately 45 minutes from Inverness airport at the top of the Findhorn Valley in the Monadhliath Mountains. The Estate maintains a balance of wildlife, including deer and grouse, and a number of Macnab’s have been achieved in recent years. Two nights’ accommodation will be provided in a comfortable self-catered cottage on the Estate. Plus ones are welcome. Dates cover two days in September 2020 by mutual agreement. Generously donated by the Rt Hon Richard Benyon, MP Lot 30 A day’s guided catch and release Salmon fishing with Marina Gibson for 2 rods at The Northern Fishing School The River Ure is one of North Yorkshire’s best kept secrets as a premier salmon river. Enjoy a day’s Salmon fishing with Marina Gibson, founder of The Northern Fishing school on the Swinton Estate. A truly passionate angler. Marina was lucky enough to spend much of her childhood chasing salmon, trout and sea trout in the Scottish Highlands. Marina has dedicated a significant part of her life to the pursuit of every type of fish at every available opportunity. Marina is a certified FFI casting instructor and qualified 1st4sport Level 2 coach, a freelance writer, hosts trips worldwide and guides in the UK, mainly Atlantic salmon and trout species in lakes and rivers. For further information please visit: www.marinagibsonfishing.com & www.northernfishingschool.com Instagram: @marinagibsonfishing @swintonestate To be taken on a mutually agreeable date in 2020. Generously donated by Swinton Estate, The Northern Fishing School & Marina Gibson

51 YOU DON’T JUST STAY AT THE SAVOY. THE SAVOY STAYS WITH YOU.

A place where iconic elegance mingles with chic sophistication. A world-famous name, where Art Deco rubs shoulders with English Edwardian. The definitive destination in the heart of London. Unforgettably… The Savoy.

To discuss your stay, please call +44 (0)20 7836 4343 or email [email protected]

thesavoylondon.com Lot 31 A Tour of the Purdey workshop for 4 guests Forging ‘Best’ London guns & rifles, for over 200 years Purdey guns have always been crafted in London, and originally the workshop and showroom were one and the same; first in Princes Street off Leicester Square. In October 1979, we moved into our current home in Hammersmith. Over the past two years, the site has been completely rebuilt. Until June 11th when our new workshop – Felgate House- was opened. Complete with its own indoor shooting range, Felgate House allows us to pattern test shotguns and regulate rifles on site. But most importantly, it gives our actioners, stockers, locksmiths and engravers the space and light they need to weave magic. Lunch will be provided. To be taken on a mutually agreeable date in 2020. Generously donated by J. Purdey & Sons

Lot 32 A Case of 12 bottles of Clos du Clocher, Pomerol, 2005 Clos du Clocher is one-of-a-kind, an insider’s wine that rewards those who look for originality and personality in their wines. Of course it has power and a naturally rich mouth-feel but equally evident is minerality and elegance. The discretion, almost rigour, of the aromas when very young (2-5 years) and on the first opening of the bottle, is swiftly replaced by an immense complexity: black fruits and the violet flowers of Merlot (6-10 years), but also spices, mint, tobacco (12-20 years) and the striking freshness from the Cabernet Franc that makes this wine timeless. The 2005 Clos du Clocher is a blend of 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc from a beautifully situated vineyard near the appellation’s lovely church on the heavily clay-dominated plateau of Pomerol. This property produces fewer than 2,000 cases of wine. With a gorgeous concentration of mocha, coffee, chocolate, kirsch and blackcurrant, this stunning, full-bodied 2005 is soft, silky, opulent and luscious. This beautifully rich, heady Pomerol is certainly a star of the appellation in this vintage. This is a stunning full-bodied 2005, which will drink well for 10 -15 years N.B. Postage and packaging costs not included. Generously donated by Hugh Oliver-Bellasis 53 Lot 33 Join Dr Phil Warren for a day of Black Grouse Lekking A chance for up to three people to see the rare black grouse lekking in Co. Durham with GWCT expert, Phil Warren. This is a wonderful opportunity to observe the weird and wonderful behaviour of black grouse during their courtship display. You will be taken to see black grouse at one of Englands biggest leks at dawn at a date to be agreed in late April/early May, with the visit finishing in time for breakfast. NB – The visit takes place in remote Upper Teesdale in County Durham, meeting before dawn and finishing for breakfast. It is therefore advisable that guests stay in local accommodation and we can advise on local hotels and B&Bs. Donated by the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust Lot 34 A Marmaduke Nehru Gilet of your choice Designed and Made in London using the finest Yorkshire lambswool and our hand drawn ‘Modern Paisley’ lining, the Marmaduke Nehru Gilet is designed to be worn from the city to the countryside, and everywhere in between. Wear as an extra layer over a shirt or jumper, for a comfortable and effortlessly smart, timeless look. • Gilet crafted from herringbone British wool, with contrast Nehru collar. • Lined with our Hand Drawn Modern Paisley print. • Finished with horn buttons. • Features three external welt pockets, one internal breast pocket. For the full range please visit: www.marmadukelondon.com Generously donated by Marmaduke Lot 35 2 rods fishing for Tope sharks off the Hornsea coast 2 rods fishing from a private boat for Tope off the Hornsea coast. The Tope is a very popular shark species with recreational fishers as it is one of the largest species that can be targeted in UK waters, reaching lengths of nearly 200cm, and is renowned for its fight Tope. The day is weather dependent (but will be re-scheduled if cancelled due to poor weather). With an early start to catch the tide, you will start the day by fishing for mackerel for bait, before switching to the tope. All fishing tackle and a packed lunch will be provided. Accommodation not included. To be taken on a mutually agreeable date in July/August 2020 Generously donated by Rupert Dury 54 Lot 36 1,000 High Performance Fibre Hull Cartridges High Performance Fibre Hull Cartridge game loads in a gauge to suit. Choose from Imperial Game, High Pheasant or High Pheasant Extreme. 2017 was Hull Cartridge’s 70th anniversary manufacturing ‘The Finest Ammunition.’ Working closely with a number of game specialists and top shots, Hull’s team offer unrivalled experience in cartridge design, production and quality control. The latest technical advances are incorporated in componentry and manufacturing process. Constant in process proofing, QC monitoring and infield testing guarantees shot to shot, batch to batch the Hull range delivers emphatic kills. Make Hull your perfect choice for a memorable day in the field. Available for collection from a “Hull” stockist by prior arrangement. For further information please visit: www.hullcartridge.co.uk Generously donated by Hull Cartridge Lot 37 Bespoke Tweed ski suit from Barrington Ayre Shirtmaker & Tailor Choose from over 3,000 different tweeds! Each ski suit is fully lined with 100% cotton Ventile fabric which is not only waterproof but fully breathable. Being from pure natural fibres, each ski suit not only protects you from the elements, it is also fully breathable and works with your body to keep you cool in the worst conditions, whilst taking moisture and warmth away from the body in warmer weather. Made right here in England, choose from two jacket designs. Either the ‘classic’ jacket, designed with lapels and to look like a classic suit jacket, or the ‘field’ jacket, with a high collar that can be zipped up over the nose. Both come with a number of zip closing pockets, storm cuffs to prevent snow sneaking in and a ski pass pocket on either the forearm. The trousers have high fishtail back, designed to be worn with braces, keeping your back warm as well as preventing any powder sneaking in, and each pair made to your exact boot measurements to provide the perfect fit. Generously donated by Barrington Ayre

55 56 Lot 38 A day’s Stalking for 2 Guns on the Luss Estate, Argyll Luss Estates, in the heart of the beautiful Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, offers a spectacular venue for deer stalking with an experienced game team. Situated at the start of the Scottish Highlands, the hill stalking at Luss affords spectacular views of the surrounding landscape and over the glistening waters of Loch Lomond, with challenging terrain and abundant wildlife. This lot also includes one night dinner bed and breakfast at the award winning Loch Lomond Arms Hotel in the picturesque loch- side village of Luss. To be taken on a mutually agreeable date in the 2020-2021 season. Generously donated by Luss Estates Company Lot 39 A pair of Swarovski OPTIKS CL Companion binoculars You’ll never miss out with the new CL Companion. These elegant binoculars with impressive optics fit perfectly in your hand. They are always with you to ensure you make the most of every sighting. The new CL Companion 8x30 has a 132 m (144 yd) field of view to give you the perfect overview. Its impressive optics with 8x magnification ensure your viewing is smooth and jitter-free. The ergonomic design of these compact, lightweight (490 g/17.2 oz) binoculars makes them an excellent companion providing you with unique experiences when you’re on the move. Generously donated by Swarovski OPTIKS Lot 40 An evening of Magic with Kieron The Mighty You may have already witnessed his magic at work this evening and now have the unique opportunity to have Kieron The Mighty attend one of your own private or corporate events. Kieron is an award winning magician (accolades include War of the Wizards first place winner “Best magic trick” 2012 – 2013 at the Edinburgh international Magic Festival) and a member of the prestigious Magic Circle. There’s beauty in this madness, but far more than being beautiful, it’s a magical journey you’ll want to ride again and again! To be taken on a mutually agreeable day in 2020 Generously donated by Kieron the Mighty 57 Lot 41 An hour’s net session for up to 10 guests with Sir Alastair Cook, Followed by a Tour of Lords Sir Alastair Cook is an English cricketer who formerly played for England in all international formats. A former captain of the England Test and One-Day International teams, he holds a number of English and international records. Cook is the fifth highest Test run scorer of all time. This is an unique opportunity for a private coaching session with Sir Alastair, followed by a tour Lord’s cricket ground, known as the Home of Cricket. To be taken on a mutually agreeable day in 2020 Generously donated by Sir Alastair Cook, CBE

Lot 42 A table for 4 at The Cart Shed Restaurant The Cart Shed restaurant opened in 2016 and has been a great success so far. The menu is mostly game, as well as having possibly some of the best steaks you will find on a menu anywhere. The menu changes often but will always have a few familiar favourites. Meat is usually cooked over a wood fire giving distinctive smokey flavours and also a focal point. Dinner for you and three guests at the Cart Shed Restaurant short listed in the Eat Game Awards “Best Game Restaurants”, also listed in the top 10 places to eat game in The Field Magazine 2017. The 4 guests can choose what they like from our menu and wines will be provided from our list and William’s private stash to go with your meal. www.thecartshedrestaurant.co.uk Generously donated by the Shotgun Chef

58 Lot 43 Two night stay in the new Victorian Garden Potting Shed Suites for 2 people Indulge your taste buds with our luxury two-night stay with award-winning food. A stay at The Eastbury is a gourmet’s delight. Renowned for indulgent dining our multi-award winning Two AA Rosette Seasons Restaurant is the perfect setting to tease your taste buds. We’ve recently been awarded the prestigious “Taste of the West 2019/20” Gold Award. On the first night enjoy a 7 course tasting menu paired with a wine flight in our Two Rosette restaurant Season’s. On the second night enjoy a three course meal off our fine dining or brassiere menu with a bottle of house red or white wine. A spa treatment for two in our new woodland spa is included too. Swedish back, neck and should 25 minute massage. Generously donated by the Eastbury Hotel Lot 44 A year’s Membership & Coaching at the London Rowing Club Our Club mission is to be the rowing club of choice for high performance athletes seeking to win at Henley Royal Regatta or gain entry to a national team; whilst offering an inclusive club environment, welcoming a broad membership base to enjoy the social aspects of the Club, and the sport of rowing. London Rowing Club supports novice rowing by hosting TopRow a team that specialises in getting people onto the water for the first time and offering an easy way to take up the sport. “Learn to Row” courses are offered out of the London Rowing Club facilities, which give an introduction to the exciting sport of rowing. They provide a wide range of courses for people to enjoy as well as a breathtaking view on the Thames. Their professional team will guide trainees on the water and teaching them the rowing technique during structured lessons. Generously donated by the London Rowing Club

59 Lot 45 Shoot Day Photography with George Gunn Your treasured moments in the field deserve to be captured in a beautiful and meaningful way. Win the chance to have George Gunn personally photograph your shoot day from start to finish, preserving the memories that will last a lifetime. George is an internationally renowned lifestyle and rural photojournalist and is widely regarded as one of the UK’s leading field sport photographers. George has the passion, professionalism and meticulous attention to detail to capture a variation of scenarios in a unique and natural way. George is regularly featured in magazines and newspapers such as Fieldsports, The Field, The Telegraph, The Mail, PoloTimes, Polo Magazine, Horse and Hound and luxury editorials such as Tatler, The Spectator and The Gentleman’s Journal. Donation covers expenses unless confirmed otherwise. For further information please visit: www.georgegunn.com & on Instagram: @georgegunn18 Generously donated by George Gunn Lot 46 A year’s ‘Meadow’ Membership at Cirencester Park Polo Club Established in 1894, amid 3000 acres of parkland and woodland on one of the country’s most beautiful parks, Cirencester offers the highest level of polo whilst retaining the charm of a delightfully relaxed country polo club. Meadow Membership offers season long access to their extensive Club facilities, including the clubhouse, restaurant, bar and grandstands, invitations to exclusive members events including the Members’ British Polo Gin Cocktail Party and the End of Season Party; free entry to over 14 reciprocal days throughout the UK and priority booking and membership discount on tickets to the International at Guards Polo Club. ‘Meadow’ membership includes 12 car passes and 12 Metal Members badges at a time. Generously donated by British Polo Gin & Cirencester Park Polo Club

60 Lot 47 A 2 hour lesson for up to 4 people at The Essex Shooting School with Shotgun Chef Will Alldis A two hour shooting lesson at the rewound Essex Shooting School. You and up to 3 friends will have a two hour lesson, as well as 200 clays and cartridges. Followed by lunch cooked by Will Alldis (placed 2nd in the recent GWCT game cook of the year evening). Now if this lot reaches above £650 William will throw in two drives of Grey Partridges on his small shoot that surrounds the school before lunch. Must be taken before mid-January, mid week excluding Wednesdays. Expected bag of Grey Partridges 5 to 10 brace. www.essexshootingschool.co.uk Generously donated by the Shotgun Chef Lot 48 Extreme Driving Experience Opportunity for two people to spend day with one of the world’s leading four in hand carriage driving teams, and current World Champions, at the Royal Windsor Horse Show on Sunday 17th May 2020, to include VIP tickets for Extreme Driving competition in the Castle Arena. Generously donated by Hugh Scott-Barrett Lot 49 A set of five original framed and signed Annabel Pope Paintings Annabel Pope grew up on a farm in Norfolk, always exploring the outdoors and wildlife. Her work attracts interest internationally and she has successfully exhibited in the UK on several occasions which have established her as a leading wildlife artist. Annabel’s skill is her consistent ability to deliver works which on the one hand show remarkable technical quality and visual integrity to the subject. N.B. Postage and packaging costs not included. Generously donated by Annabel Pope

61 Lot 50 An Ettinger Billfold Wallet with 6 C/C Renowned tattoo artist Saira Hunjan, aka The Girl With the Golden Needle, created two exclusive designs for Ettinger, based on two of the British countryside’s most ubiquitous animals: the splendid pheasant and the dashing fox. Saira’s intricate designs combine her Oriental sensibility with a traditional British theme to create a fantastical bestiary reminiscent of heraldic helms and illuminations. These have been applied with great care by Ettinger craftspeople onto a velvety soft burnishable calf leather to make the designs stand out in their full glory and give this collection a refined look and feel. Moreover, this leather will acquire a unique patina over time, perfecting the antique heritage of these leather goods. N.B. Postage and packaging costs not included. Generously donated by Ettinger of London Lot 51 A day at Royal Ascot for 4 guests The Royal Enclosure is widely regarded as the historic heart of Royal Ascot. It features idyllic gardens leading on to the Pre- Parade Ring. A wonderful opportunity to spend the day in the Royal Enclosure as Members Guests on Saturday 20th June 2020. With a champagne reception upon arrival at noon, hamper packed picnic with wine and soft drinks, including canapes, lunch and afternoon tea with table and chairs under a gazebo for your comfort at the back of a Range Rover in Car Park 1. The package covers 4 people as members’ guests (no Royal Enclosure Membership required). Separate parking in CP7 included if required. Royal Enclosure rules apply. Generously donated by Rochelle Godden & Owen Sweetman

62 Lot 52 A night’s stay for 2 Guests at The Savoy As London’s most celebrated and glamorous hotel, The Savoy is the only luxury hotel on the River Thames. The ballet, opera and theatre of vibrant Covent Garden are just steps away, with the City, world-renowned museums and galleries, and the designer shopping of Knightsbridge and Mayfair within easy reach. The Savoy has been woven into the fabric of London for almost 130 years, with exceptional service and memorable experiences at the heart of everything. Generously donated by The Savoy Lot 53 A Stephen Einhorn Silver London Pigeon Pendant Necklace Stephen Einhorn Ltd was founded in London in 1995. The aim of the company is that with our specialist design and manufacturing skills we will create handmade, innovative designer jewellery, bespoke and unique products, and offer a personalised service that other companies cannot equal. ‘Feed the birds, tuppence a bag...’ Here is a stunning necklace for all you Mary Poppins lovers out there (and there are a lot of us!) Handmade in solid sterling silver, this is so London! www.stepheneinhorn.co.uk Generously donated by Stephen Einhorn Ltd. Lot 54 A week’s work experience with Holts Auctioneers A week’s work experience with the sales team at Holts Auctioneers. This is a wonderful opportunity for a sportsman’s or woman, son or daughter with boundless energy and humour to gain valuable experience plus the chance to be involved with the dominant auction house in its field. The chance to see the Royal Sandringham Gun Collection, they will also help set up the viewing rooms, handle some of the finest examples of gunmaking in the world, assist clients searching for particular Lots and act as Clerk’s Runner on the sales day itself. The candidate must be presentable, aged between 18 and 25, and undergo a CRB check. Full board and a modest remuneration package are included. To be taken on a mutually agreeable date in 2020 Generously donated by Nicholas Holt of Holts Auctioneers 63 Lot 55 A Tour for 4 of the historic Victorian Tower Brewery at Hook Norton A fantastic opportunity for you and three guests to have a tour around the historic Victorian Tower Brewery at Hook Norton, Oxfordshire, one of only 29 family owned breweries and the finest example of a Victorian Tower Brewery in the country. You’ll see their original steam engine, learn about the history and how they make their delicious beers. After a tour of the stables, if they are in residence you’ll be able to see their lovely Shire Horses who still deliver beer to our local pubs in the traditional way. The tour will also include a sampling bar in the Visitor Centre for beer tasting. To be taken on a mutually agreeable date in 2020 Generously donated by Hook Norton Brewery Lot 56 The Olivia Tullett® Bella Shooting Gilet The Olivia Tullett®️ Bella Shooting Gilet in tweed and leather with full waterproof lining, designed specifically for women shooters. A must have for all shooting and outdoor ladies. Developed in the field in all weather conditions, this garment is not only practical but fashionable and flattering too. 100% British made, Olivia Tullett®️ Ltd prides itself on the quality of both materials used and product finish. Available in a choice of Green/Green, Blue/purple & Brown/Brown in sizes ranging from 8 to 18 (Standard UK guidelines apply). Generously donated by Olivia Tullett Ltd Lot 57 Your Perfect Host for the day The role of Toastmaster has held a unique position in English Society for more than 300 years. As a fully trained and insured member of The English Toastmasters Association, you can be assured that Mr Hall will proudly apply the strict code of etiquette and behavior as defined by Richard ‘Beau’ Nash in 1705, bringing high society grace and charm to any occasion. As your Toastmaster, Mr Hall will endeavor to exceed your expectations, ensuring that you can relax and enjoy your special event. To be taken on a mutually agreeable date in the 2020. www.mrhalltoastmaster.com Generously donated by Gavin Hall 64

Auction information and conditions of Sale 1. Bird flu is an increasing problem in the UK, therefore we recommend that you purchase cancellation insurance in the event of an outbreak in the area of the shoot day you have purchased. More information can be found through the BASC website here: https://www.gwct.org.uk/cancellation (this link will automatically route you to the BASC website via the GWCT one). 2. Purchasers must take the sport being offered on the dates stated or subsequently agreed otherwise they will forfeit the purchased lots. All fishing and stalking will be 2020 and shooting will be during 2020-2021 season unless otherwise stated. 3. GWCT Auction lots are usually sold with an expected bag size. Any significant increase on this number should be agreed between the buyer and the donor on terms acceptable to the donor. 4. Any statement as to authorship, attribution, origin, date, age, provenance and conditions is a statement of opinion, and is not to be taken as a statement or representation of fact. 5. The highest bidder shall be the buyer. If any dispute arises the auctioneer shall have the absolute discretion to settle it and to put any disputed lot up again. The auctioneer acts as agent only. He shall have full discretion to refuse any bidding, to divide any lot, to combine any two or more lots and to withdraw any lot or lots from the sale without in any case giving reason. 6. Payment must be made by either cash. debit card, bank transfer or by cheque after the sale. Cheques should be made payable to the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust. 7. All lots are sold with all faults, imperfections and errors of descriptions. Neither the organiser nor the donor can be held responsible for errors of description or for genuineness or authenticity of any lot, or for any fault or defect in it howsoever caused. No warranty whatever is given by the organisers or donor to any buyer in respect of any lot and any implied conditions or warranties, and all lots are sold subject to no return. 8. Except in so far as other arrangements may have been made with the organisers of the sale, the buyer shall pay the purchase price within 7 days of the sale. If at the expiration of a further 7 days the lot is not paid for in full, the sale may be rescinded without any notice being given to the buyer. The property of the lot purchased shall not pass to the buyer until he has made payment in full. Nevertheless, every lot shall be at the risk of the buyer from the fall of the hammer. 9. For this sale The Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust will charge no vendor’s commission nor will the buyer’s premium apply. 10. Purchasers of shooting days are asked to ensure that any person who takes part in the shoot is a safe and experienced shot and is fully covered by Third Party Insurance. The donors reserve the right to see evidence of insurance cover and to ask anyone who shoots dangerously to leave the shooting field immediately. We feel sure that prospective purchasers will appreciate the sense of this condition. 11. All guns must possess up to date Firearm Certificates or Shot Gun Certificates, Game Licenses where applicable and be insured. 12. Bulky items not taken home on day of sale will be subjected to postage and packaging charges. Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust. Registered Charity No. 112023.

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