INTERVAL There will be an interval approximately halfway through the Main Auction when the Raffle winners will be announced. We will also draw the winner of the lucky ticket number who will receive a Tideford hamper of delicious organic, gluten free soups. There will be a finger buffet provided and a pay bar and this will be your last chance to increase bids on the Silent Auction Lots 31- 41

Notes for Guidance: Payment for those attending is due in full on the night, either by cash or cheque only. There are no fees payable to buyer or seller. The price you bid is the price you pay. Some of our donors have asked for a minimum amount for their promise. This will be announced by the auctioneer. Dittisham Village Hall Management Committee have done their best to describe the promises on offer. They are not accountable for minor inaccuracies. All income generated will be for the benefit of the Dittisham Village Hall repairs and maintenance.

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2 Nights in this luxurious 1956 Airstream Trailer

A 3 course dinner served in your home for up to 8 Very kindly offered by Serin Aubrey and Simon Entwhistle of Dartmouth Fine Foods. They will deliver a 3 course extravanza from a bespoke menu to be arranged with you. A plated starter, main course and ready to go dessert. For a mutually convenient date and within 15 miles of Dittisham.

Get away from it all and head on down to Little Coombe Farm near Dittisham and spend 2 quiet days relaxing. This would also be useful for friends or family who are coming to visit you in the South Hams. What a perfect present! The winner would need to contact Jeremy Robinson soon, as the Airstream gets booked up quickly. Sorry no pets. For 2 people valid until the end of 2016. not July/August LOT 4 LOT 3

One week in Gurrow Point holiday cottage

Tennis Coaching with a Tennis Pro at Gurrow Point

Offered by Sallie Johnston and Peter Mackley this is a spacious cottage for 6 in the beautiful grounds of Gurrow Point House. The cottage sits close to the private shoreline of the River Dart ideal for boating and kayaking. Sallie is offering use of Hobie Kayaks and the excellent all weather tennis court too. Subject to availability

The lucky winner of this bid will have one hour private coaching with the lovely Adam Bayley who is a Tennis Pro at the Cayman Island Tennis Club. Sallie has offered the court at Gurrow Point in Dittisham. mid April to mid August 2015.

LOT 5 Dinner and a movie in a private cinema. Tom Leeman has his own cinema and is offering dinner for 4 in his lovely house in Dittisham. This will be followed by a screening of the film classic - Laurence of Arabia. A good fun night out for 4 lucky friends!

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A two-hour sail in a Devon Yawl on the River Dart

One week in a charming cottage in Cornwall. Quintole is a cosy cottage tucked away on the east side of the River Fowey by a creek and near the pretty village of Lerryn. It has 3 bedrooms (one double and two twin rooms) and has been recently upgraded by Adam and Jane Milton. There are delightful local walks and nearby is the coastal path running from Lansellos to Polruan. Fowey can be reached by the ferry from Boddinick (5 minute drive away). The Eden project, Lanhydrock House and gardens, and Restormel Castle are all within half an hours drive. Fantastic! Date to be arranged.

Mike Bennett has kindly offered to take 2 guests (no previous experience needed!), for a two hour sail on his Devon Yawl, nibbles provided. Don’t worry, it’s pretty stable and 16ft long! He will pick you up and drop you off from the Dittisham Pontoon. Dates to suit LOT 8 A day of luxury and pampering for 2 In the Dart Marina Spa on the edge of the River in Dartmouth. This is a haven for total relaxation and luxurious treatments by experienced therapists. Work out in the pool and exercise suite, then relax in the steam room. On offer is one Dart Marina Signature treatment of 60 minutes – a hot stone back massage and advanced booster facial and one 60 minute manicure or pedicure. Not weekends, nor hols/regatta or music festival LOT 10 Virtual Jet Simulator on a Boeing 737-800 In Chudleigh near Newton Abott. After a 15 minute pre-flight briefing you will then make a 30 minute one-to-one virtual flight with expert tuition. Take-off, land and navigate using real-life processes. And if that’s not scary enough you can bring up to 3 guests strapped in as nervous passengers! Valid until end 2016

LOT 9 A pile of well rotted manure! Who can resist best Devon manure to feed your beautiful plants and tasty home grown veggies! George Hardy near Dartmouth is offering you the super opportunity to come and help yourself to a steaming pile of the finest. Come with your wellies, bags and spades!

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LOT 11 Dinner bed and breakfast in a luxury boutique style 17C Manor House. Fingals, just outside Dittisham, nestles in a sunny tranquil valley and offers a unique and laid back experience; Luxury bed and breakfast, play tennis on the grass court, take a swim and sauna, relax with a book in its beautiful gardens or by a roaring log fire. Richard and Sheila your hosts will cook and serve you a delicious dinner. Not July or August.

LOT 12 Two Half Lambs - unofficially organic! - yum Kindly offered by John and Felix Rose of River Farm Dittisham, these lambs are from their flock of Devon Closewool sheep, a local and semi-rare breed. They have been brought into this world and cared for (in all weathers) by Andy Duck and Karen Jasper, with the help of collies Pip and Fleece, and occasionally Tonka and Bobbin too! The lambs do look like teddybears and taste just scrumptious! They have won prizes at he Kingsbridge Show and at Fingals dinner table! Available in July

LOT 13 Prosecco and Antipasti in a Classic ’Motoscafo da Venezia!’ Pedro & Jilly Sutton will collect you in their Venetian Water Taxi in grand style from the Dittisham pontoon and transport you to our very own Venice Lagoon - the magical river Dart.  Either for a couple of hours up the river Dart winding along past Sharpham towards Totnes or down to Dartmouth, past the Castle and out to the azure ocean for a burn in this iconic, sexy, speedy launch, you decide where!  Our crew will serve Prosecco and delectable Antipasti. This is a really sophisticated and fun opportunity for 4 guests for approx. 2 hours.

LOT 14 Give your garden a facelift – 2 hours professional advice Lovely Colette Charsley, South Hams’ most inspirational Landscape and Garden Designer, has generously offered 2 hours of garden advice. Whether you need ideas for design or planting, Colette will give you her professional advice and help you get that project off the ground. Within the Parish of Dittisham.

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LOT 16 An afternoon or early evening coastal trip on Falcon 11 This is your chance to board a diving boat with Tony Hoile, of Falcon Dive Charters, for a coastal exploration from Dartmouth Harbour and within Start Bay. He can take up to 8 people for about 4 hours between 2pm - 7pm. May 1st – Sept 15th excl Friday, Saturday, Sunday

One week in a pretty house in Old Town Marbella Situated in a quiet pedestrian street near the cafes and tapas bars in the historic centre of this Moorish Spanish town. Marbella is full of the character and buzz of Spanish life with its cobbled streets and whitewashed houses. Gina Cornish is offering her charming 3 double bedroom house on 3 floors with views from a roof terrace over the town and to the distant mountains. Only a 10 minute walk to the beach. And 60 kms from Malaga airport which makes this is a perfect escape from our rather damp Devon climate! Subject to availability.

LOT 17 Croquet with lunch at Gurrow Point Dittisham

Sallie and Peter have the perfect croquet pitch set in a beautiful garden overlooking the River Dart. Come along with 5 friends and make a day of it. Refreshments, delicious lunch and a garden walk – and of course have a game of croquet with hot tips from the experts! Best in the Summer!

LOT 18 Goodwood Revival Day at Chichester The Goodwood Revival is a Historic Motor Racing and Aviation event, where you dress up in 1940’s, 50’s and 60’ clothing. We are offering entry for two which includes access to the inner paddock and Members Marquee as guests. Here you will be closest to the most famous and desirable cars. The Members Marquee is also a more relaxed spot to eat, drink and watch the racing on the large screen. It is situated on the edge of the airfield with its Spitfires, Hurricanes and other historic aircraft. Dress code: gentlemen jacket & tie, ladies a dress or suit. Winners would need to book accommodation soon. 11th September 2016

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LOT 19 A nights stay at Bowood House Hotel and an exclusive Private Walled Garden Tour with lunch. This will be a truly memorable experience and pure indulgence for 2 lucky people! Lord & Lady Lansdowne are offering one night B&B in the luxury, boutique Bowood Hotel set in the beautiful Estate of Bowood House, a Grade 1 Georgian Country House. The landscape and lake created by ‘Capability’ Brown is considered the best and most unspoilt examples of his work. The contemporary and stylish hotel includes a sumptuous Spa, an infinity pool with breathtaking views and a championship golf course! And the highlight - a tour of the stunning 4 acre private Walled Garden followed by lunch in the Bowood House restaurant. The Walled Garden Tour only takes place once monthly. Book in advance for; 13 April, 11 May, 15 June, 13 July, 17 Aug, 14 Sept or 12 Oct.

LOT 20 A Day of Fun, Food and Flowers for 8 lucky people. With Jane Baxter (Wild Artichokes of Kingsbridge) and Heather Wilbourn (Flowersmiths of Dartmouth). These two friends of old and are coming together for the day just for you! Jane will demonstrate techniques and recipes for a summer lunch from her acclaimed cook books which you will then enjoy at 1pm. Handing over to Heather In the afternoon you will be shown how to create beautiful designs with flowers and take home those floral extravaganzas Jane Baxter a chef and food writer was trained at the Carved Angel by Joyce Molyneux, then worked under Ruth Rogers in the River Café, opened the Field Kitchen in Riverford and her latest book was co-written with Henry Dimbleby – Leon:FastVegetarian. Heather Wilbourn, master florist, creates beautiful bouquets ‘sprinkled with a touch of magic’ for all occasions. At Wild Artichokes in Kingsbridge on 15th June 11am-4pm

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A rare treat on a Hinkley Classic

Learn the art of stained glass and copper foiling

Rod Jack is offering a 2-3 hour experience on this beautiful Hinkley Picnic Boat for 2 people. Drinks provided.

Inka Gabriel who is a master stained glass and copper foiling artist is generously offering six hours one-one tuition over 2 days. She will help you to design and make a piece of art glass work. Examples of her beautiful work is sold countrywide and can be seen in many Dittisham houses. Lunch and refreshments are included.

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LOT 23 One week in a magnificent Jaguar F-Type V6 S Coupe

Peter Grime has very generously offered a week in this State of the Art Jaguar from his luxury car rental company, Miles & Miles. The Jaguar can either be delivered to a home in the South Hams or can be picked up in one of his depots in Kensington, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow or Edinburgh airports. Why not take a trip round Scotland for a week? Collect from Glasgow airport and return to Edinburgh. Or just discover more of our beautiful West Country in grand style! The drivers would have to be aged 30+ with no major endorsements on their licence. Between Sept 2016 and April 2017 (excl Christmas period)

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Cookery morning and lunch with the wonderful Sally Vincent

Sail on Rocket – a BBC star

We are very lucky to have the chance to spend a morning in Sally’s fabulous farmhouse kitchen sharing her legendary culinary skills. Cordon Bleu trained, grows her own veg, and runs a smallholding with poultry, rare breed sheep and rescue donkeys and has time to write an inspiring blog about it all: rainingsideways.com with wonderful recipes too. Sally can take 6 people at 9.30, and together you will prepare and partake at lunch-time, a mouth-watering menu! Spatchcock chicken with tarragon and cream, Dauphinoise potatoes, Asparagus & green salad. Tarte au Pomme with clotted cream. Time & date to suit

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Rocket is a 28ft Heard gaffer owned by David Dimbleby and was the star of BBC’s Britain and the Sea. Sailing from Dittisham, Rocket’s home, you will sail with John Holden, the other star of the BBC series, on the River Dart. This trip will include a delectable picnic with wine from the Anchorstone Cafe. In the Summer of 2016. Historical Tour of The Britannia Royal Naval College with lunch This is a wonderful opportunity for a private tour for 4 people by Commander Rob Dunn OBE. He will personally show you round this splendid building in its spectacular setting, give you the history of the college dating back to 1905. The tour will be followed by lunch in the Wardroom. Date by arrangement with Rob Dunn.

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LOT 27 A Splendid Grand Tour in 5 superb vintage, classic or modern cars.

Five Dittisham gentlemen are offering a quirky and fun day out! You will set off from Dittisham along the coast to Salcombe stopping for morning tea and lunch and back again! During the tour you will have a drive in each of the cars. 1932 Morris Minor (Henry Harvey) 1962 Mercedes 300SL Roadster (Rod Jack) 1965 Austin Healey 3000 mk 111 The Big Healey (Mike Bennett) 1986 Ford Green engine Sierra RS Cosworth (Philip Perry) 1990 Bentley Continental Convertible (Jeremy Robinson). 19th August 2016

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A scenic flight in a Eurostar EV97

B&B for 2 in the Luttrell Arms Hotel, Dunster in Somerset

Nick is an experienced flying instructor and he has offered to take one person for a 30 minute flight over the South Hams countryside. This Eurostar EV97 has a large canopy ideal for viewing the countryside from above. The flight will take off from Halwell a few miles from Dittisham. Date to be arranged.

This famous landmark hotel dates back to the 15th century mostly unchanged and unspoilt but lovingly restored to include contemporary comforts. It has been highly recommended and is described as unique, comfortable and relaxed. 4 of the 28 rooms have antique four poster beds for the romantic amongst you! Date to be arranged.

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LOT 30 Bid for a day of your dreams... This is your opportunity to live the dream for a day with your family and/or friends. You can bid to sail away for a day this May... Included is a fully skippered charter for up to eight people. You will be welcomed on board with bubbly and nibbles and then set sail on your adventure. Take the helm, navigate and crew the yacht or simply sit back and enjoy the stunning British coastline.

...and if you would like to ask about joining us for longer, either locally or to take part in the Malts Cruise off the West coast of Scotland or Round Britain circumnavigation. (for each person joining us for either of these cruises, we will make a further donation of 10% to the village hall fund) Ask for details. [email protected]

SILENT AUCTION We have had such a generous response to our request for Auction Promises we have decided to hold a silent auction of 11 prizes in addition to the Main Auction. These will be displayed in the Village Hall on the evening of the Auction. You will be able to add your bid to increase the previous bid by writing your name and the amount. Incremental bids will be at a minimum of £2 You can also bid online for these offers. [email protected] Lot 31 A 2 hour pottery workshop for 2 people Cally Gooding is a master potter and pottery teacher in the village. She will spend 2 hours with 2 people creating a piece of your choice. Lot 32 A family day out on the Steam Railway and at the Rare Breeds Farm We have a family pass of 4 tickets to both of these events. Take the steam train from Buckfastleigh along the Dart to Totnes. A short walk to the family-run farm for a wonderful day out where children can stroke the owls and watch red squirrels, hedgehogs and animals galore. Lot 33 Sponsor a pair of hanging baskets in Dartmouth. Your names and dedication will be advertised on a plaque from June until October 2016. Organised by Dartmouth Green Partnership. Lot 34 Tour of New Lion Brewery in Totnes This is a tour for 4 people round this fantastic community Brewery in Totnes. There will much sampling and tasting of course! Lot 35 Sailing for children with Kate Marshall Kate Marshall is well known in Dittisham for teaching the children to sail. She can take up to 3 children for a 2 hour lesson. Minimum age is 8. Lot 36 Family pass for either Greenway or Coleton Fishacre – National Trust Agatha Christie’s home Greenway a water taxi journey across the River from Dittisham or a car journey to Coleton Fishacre. Lot 37 Guided tour of Dittisham Farm in Capton Sue Fildes can show up to 12 around her rare breed farm. She has Berkshire pigs and Red Ruby cattle. Home made sausages for sale Lot 38 Crab picking with Mark Lobb. Dartmouth’s famous fishmonger, will give a crab picking lesson for 4. Then eat the results and bring some wine too! Tues eves July/August Lot 39 A meal for two at the ever popular Spotsmans Arms carvery. valid until april 2017 Lot 40 Off-cuts from Carpenter Oak A builder’s dumpy bag of oak offcuts - fantastic slow burn firewood . Lot 41 Brunch at Alf’s Dartmouth’s iconic breakfast café – Alf Resco – is offering their popular brunch for 2. Who has not been to Alf’s? Then this is a must!