COMMEMORATIVE BROCHURE

THE HILTON HOTEL DEANSGATE SATURDAY 10TH JUNE 2017

Running Order

6.30pm Reception drinks

7.35pm Welcome Claire Hewitt, Head Mistress

8.00pm Grace Liz Spence, Chair of Governors

8.05pm Dinner

9.10pm Coffee and dessert

9.40pm Update on ‘NeverOver100ked’ bursary campaign Claire Hewitt, Head Mistress

9.50pm Bursary impact statements Jennifer and Nicola Stockdale

10.00pm Live auction and raffle Darren Proctor, Key 103 Presenter Jenny Powell, TV Celebrity

10.45pm Dancing and disco

1.00am Carriages Head Mistress’ Welcome It’s been another action-packed year for Manchester High School for Girls, making it somewhat difficult to pick out highlights! Last term alone, our globe-trotting pupils visited the Opal Coast, Berlin and Andalucía on Modern Foreign Language trips; a group of Sixth Formers attended the Business Live conference at Disneyland Paris, and I hope none of you missed the fabulous social media posts “Live from Las Vegas” as part of our joint Geography and Physics trip. I also mustn’t forget that at the same time we had a group of students taking to the ski slopes of Austria! When there has actually been some pupils in Manchester (!), we’ve also welcomed over 300 students from across the region to our hugely successful Model United Nations Conference, enjoyed a sold-out production of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe and celebrated success on the sports field with our under 16 hockey team being crowned champions of and our At this event last year we launched our ‘Never Prep girls securing silver in the Wilf Richards Over100ked’ campaign; a push towards our Primary School Cross Country League. ambition to put 100 deserving girls through Manchester High, regardless of their parents’ Ours is undoubtedly a school that offers girls ability to pay. a fantastic variety of opportunity, irrespective of their backgrounds. Seeing pupils I am thrilled to announce that this September making the most of these opportunities and nine new pupils will be joining MHSG on celebrating their achievements are highpoints bursary places, taking our total to 91 girls. of my role as Head Mistress. We are very nearly at that 100 mark. That said, an undoubted low comes every Your ongoing support is vital; not just to make March, when offer letters for our new sure we reach that 100 milestone but that we September intake are sent out and I receive can reach way, way, way beyond it. the heart-rending pleas from parents whose Have a fabulous night and thank you so much daughters were certainly bright enough for your support. to pass our entrance exam but have not received one of the few bursary places we have available. Claire Hewitt Everyone in the room tonight knows the Head Mistress difference that a Manchester High education can make and I know you can appreciate just how distressing the thought that their daughter may miss out must be for those parents. Hosts

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All prizes listed in tonight’s raffle have been kindly donated by friends of Manchester High. 100% of raffle donations go to supporting the bursary appeal.

• Two tickets to Wimbledon for Court 1 on Saturday 15th July.

• One night bed & breakfast for two people at the Hilton Hotel Manchester Deansgate (£200).

• Clarins Beauty Box (RRP £150). Donated by Clarins, John Lewis Cheadle.

• Four ‘Family’ tickets for ‘Around the World in 80 Days’ at Theatre (£100). Donated by Pat and Danny Herman.

• £100 voucher for the multi-award winning Hearth of the Ram restaurant, Ramsbottom. Donated by Euan and Dena Watkins.

• Family photoshoot by Katie Lucas Photography with a mounted 8x6 photograph of your choice (£95).

• Two lots of six bottle cases of exclusive and/or unusual wines from around the world, hand selected by a team of experts (approx. £70 each). Donated by Nish Kotecha, Myliko Wines.

• Four lots of three-course meals for two people at any Tampopo restaurant, including a cocktail each (approx. £55 per meal). Donated by David Fox.

• £50 voucher for Red Angel Hairdressing. Donated by Red Angel.

• Banquet meal for two people at Koreana Restaurant, Manchester (£40). Donated by Natasha Johnson.

• Champagne breakfast for two people at FOX Restaurant, Hale Barns (£35). Donated by Danny Fox.

• Presentation box of 5 Geipel Craft Lagers with a special lager glass (£35). Donated by Erik Geupel & Amanda Rooth-Geupel.

• Bouquet of flowers from The Flower Studio (£30). Donated by Alison Cooper.

• Champagne breakfast for two people at any Albert’s Restaurant (£30). Donated by Sarah and James Ramsbottom. Silent Auction A variety of items are up for grabs in this evening’s silent auction but do look out for the following ‘feature’ lots that have been donated by people from the Manchester High community. 100% of what you bid on these items will go towards the bursary appeal.

Framed England Rugby shirt, signed by the team that won the Six Nations 2017 (£400 Reserve) A wonderful item of sports memorabilia from Green Room Sports. Donated by Richard Wilks, Green Room Sports Management

Indian cookery class for four people in your own home (£250 Reserve) Indian chef, Nazia Khaleeq, will teach you and your friends how to create your favourite curries at home. Get your taste buds tingling with traditional, freshly ground spices. Nazia will also provide you with a goody bag to take-away full of essential spices. Donated by Nazia Khaleeq A portrait caricature of you and your family (up to six people) (£150 Reserve) This bespoke and unique hand drawn portrait is perfect for a personalised gift or as a memento of a birthday, anniversary or special occasion. Includes framing. Donated by Isabella Rubin

A round of golf for four people at a championship course of your choice (£250 Reserve) There are 10 courses to select from: Mottram Hall in Manchester, Oulton Hall in , Slaley Hall in Northumberland, Belton Woods in Grantham, Dunston Hall in Norwich, The Westerwood in , Aldwark Manor in York, Forest Pines in Lincolnshire, Telford Golf Resort in Shropshire, or Helidon Lakes in Northamptonshire. Donated by Graham Hewitt Silent Auction Big & Little Cooks – A cooking together afternoon for four pairs of adults and children (£250 Reserve) Food Sorcery is a new cookery and Barista School based in Didsbury. Working with your own personal chef, you will enjoy an inspiring afternoon ‘Cooking Together’ with your party of four adults and four children. As well as picking up plenty of tips and tricks to improve your skills in the kitchen, you will prepare a main course, a side dish and a pudding, then sit together and enjoy your meal. Additional children can be included at a cost of £20 each. Donated by Mark Seymour Mead and Helen Jack ‘Me and My Make-Up’ Day for two at Cassie Lomas Makeup Academy includes: afternoon tea and Prosecco, followed by cocktails at Cloud 23, Hilton Hotel Deansgate (£150 Reserve) Have you ever actually been taught how to do your make-up? Most people learn from their mum! A professional make-up artist, who lives and breathes make-up, will show you what you should really be wearing. It is an informal and fun day that anyone would love. Runs every last Saturday of the month. Popular Areas Covered: • Choosing The Right Foundation • Covering Under Eye Circles • Smoky Eyes • Day to Night Make-Up • Contouring and Highlighting • Applying False Lashes • Choosing Colours That Suit You • Keeping Your Make-Up On All Day Donated by Cassie Lomas The Yang Sing Unique Cookery Experience for four people (£400 Reserve) The highly acclaimed Yang Sing sets the standard both within Manchester and beyond as a Cantonese restaurant of the highest quality. This bespoke package includes: • Four places on the Yang Sing’s exclusive cookery masterclass course • Complimentary champagne on arrival • Ingredients and product sourcing trip to Chinatown • Stunning five-course banquet for four people Perfect for a group of friends or corporate groups looking for hospitality or teambuilding. Donated by Harry Yeung Live Auction Among the lots in tonight’s live auction you’ll find many wonderful prizes which have been kindly donated by friends of Manchester High. 100% of what you bid on these items goes towards the bursary appeal.

Back to the Future Car for the day (£350 Estimate) A unique opportunity to hire ‘Back To The Future’s’ iconic time-travelling DeLorean car for the day. This replica, built in the heart of Texas, is the perfect birthday or anniversary gift and a great way to impress friends and family. Includes a driver and 100 miles of travelling through time! Donated by David Golding and Andrew Campbell

Private dining for 12 guests at Soughton Hall, including pre-dinner Champagne (£600 Estimate) Soughton Hall is a luxury boutique hotel on the border of Cheshire and North Wales. This stunning Georgian country house is approached down a sweeping driveway and surrounded by landscaped gardens. Full of character, charm and warmth, this lovingly restored hotel boasts an award winning restaurant. Soughton Hall is the perfect place for a special event, whether a corporate meeting, a family celebration or a wedding! Your group of 12 can select your dishes from one of the specially designed menus or they can create a menu especially for you and your guests www.soughtonhallhotel.co.uk Additional bed & breakfast option available. Donated by Sarah and James Ramsbottom A delicious BBQ Garden Party for up to 20 guests, catered by MHSG ‘Celebrity Chef’ Peter Norton. (£600 Estimate) Take all the stress out of alfresco entertaining! • Your personal BBQ executive chef will cook up a variety of mouth-watering dishes for up to 20 guests at your very own private party. • Includes a case of wine or beers and all equipment (gazebo, barbecue, plates and cutlery) • The washing up will even be done for you! Donated by Peter Norton Ryder Cup golf for four people at Gleneagles (£400 Estimate) Gleneagles; golfing heaven in the heart of Scotland and the legendary home of the 2014 Ryder Cup. Choose from any of the three championship golf courses, which are regarded among the very best in the world. To be taken in 2017 as per course availability. Not available during the Christmas period. Donated by John Stevenson, Pareto

VIP Manchester City Package: Four seats in The Tunnel Club (Ground Level) at the Etihad Stadium for a match during the 2017/18 season* (£2,000 Estimate) • Padded executive, heated seats on Level 1 of the Colin Bell Stand • Complimentary casual cuisine, craft beer, premium wines and soft drinks within The Tunnel Club • Complimentary match programmes • Box-framed match day ball signed by the full 16/17 squad • A match day gift for each attendee • Car parking The Tunnel Club is a new and unique hospitality experience, opening in August 2017. Providing backstage access to world-class football, this experience will immerse you into the game like never before. Greet the players as they enter the suite, indulge in exquisite contemporary cuisine and watch the game from the most enviable seats in the stadium – directly behind the dug-out. * Excluding high profile matches and subject to availability. The fixture list is released in June, however the dates/times of some matches may change due to TV broadcasting. Hospitality space will be confirmed near to the selected fixture date. Donated by Manchester City Football Club

‘Fine Dining’ Indian meal for 10 (or canapés for 20), created by a top PAYAL Chef in your own home (£1,000 Estimate) PAYAL, award winning Asian and Indian caterers will provide a chic, classic and intimate dinner party for 10 guests or a selection of stunning artisan canapés for 20, all in the comfort of your own home. Your guests will be served sumptuous Indian cuisine using only the finest ingredients. Wonderfully authentic food, prepared to the very highest standards. Donated by Sheetal & Raj Somaiya Live Auction This season’s must-have Mulberry Clifton bag, with matching zipped purse and silk twill scarf (£990 RRP) Mulberry’s Clifton bag is described as an “organiser’s paradise,” by Creative Director Johnny Coca. Embellished with the label’s signature studs, this compact cross-body style bag opens to three spacious compartments. Remove the chain strap to carry it as a clutch. • Black textured-leather • Snap-fastening front flap • Removable chain and leather strap • Matching black zipped purse • Monogrammed silk twill scarf Donated by Carole Nash Sale Sharks luxury hospitality package for 10 people (£1,500 Estimate) • Enjoy the game from some of the best seats in the stadium. The date of the game will be confirmed when the new fixtures have been announced in August • A three-course meal with a selection of drinks is included (additional drinks will need to be paid for on the day) • Car parking passes are also included making your route to and from the match hassle free Donated by UKFast The MediaCityUK Live Experience: Four tickets to the recording of a flagship show at Dock10 studios including dinner at Marco Pierre White’s and after-show drinks at MediaCityUK’s exclusive members-only club (£300 Reserve) • Four tickets to the live recording of a show at MediaCityUK • Shows filmed at MediaCityUK include the likes of: Let It Shine, 8 Out of 10 Cats, A Question of Sport, Mastermind and The Voice • Pre-show dinner for four at Marco Pierre White’s New York Italian restaurant • Post-show champagne at On The 7th, an exclusive members-only club at the heart of MediaCityUK Donated by The Peel Group and On The 7th

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