Today sees a third opportunity to bid for fantastic prizes in aid of the Evening Standard’s appeal for Great Ormond Street Hospital.
The auction runs online for six days and is powered by Givergy Access, the fundraising platform for charities to raise money by offering items and experiences that aren’t available elsewhere. Bidding opened Wednesday and will close at 9pm next Tuesday.
The lots are:
X Factor’s Got Talent
A double bill courtesy of Simon Cowell and Syco Entertainment.
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This brilliant lot comprises two tickets to see a Britain’s Got Talent semi-final in May, including the chance to meet Cowell himself at the judges’ table, and four tickets to a date on this year’s X Factor tour, featuring winner Louisa Johnson among others.
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GOSH Valentine’s Ball
Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity holds its inaugural Valentine ball, Love GOSH x, on February 11 at the Rosewood London. You and nine guests will enjoy a champagne reception and three-course dinner. A surprise act will provide the entertainment.
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Go to a gig with the Evening Standard
Attend a rock or pop gig with the Standard’s music critic, David Smyth. Enjoy the performance and then, if you’d like to, write a reader’s review for publication on standard.co.uk
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Join Gordon Ramsay’s IRONMAN team
The prestigious IRONMAN 70.3® in Staffordshire this June sold out in just one day but we have a space reserved for you on Gordon and Tana Ramsay’s GTR100 team. A real New Year’s challenge!
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Spa break in County Down
Two nights at the Slieve Donard resort, one of Northern Ireland’s premier spa retreats, nestling at the foot of the Mourne Mountains. Ideal for beach walks, golf at the Royal County Down Links course or R&R in the spa.
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Five-star Portugal
Two nights for two in the Conrad Algarve, including dinner at the hotel’s restaurant GUSTO, run by 3 Michelin-starred chef Heinz Beck. A delightful way to visit this stretch of Atlantic coastline.
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Pinewood Studios tour
Take a look round the world-famous Pinewood Studios followed by lunch in the Pinewood restaurant. The Buckinghamshire studios have been used in the making of Bond movie Skyfall, Star Wars, Exodus: Gods and Kings as well as many other recent blockbusters.
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Thyme hotel and cookery school
A two-night stay at Thyme hotel and cookery school in the Cotswolds, plus cooking lessons and dinner with wine at local pub The Swan.
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Exclusive shopping in a toy store!
Pop down to your local Hawkins Bazaar and they will open early so you can have the whole store to yourself — and pick goodies up to the value of £200.
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Lunch for 10 at Sotheby’s Boardroom
Lunch with nine friends in the boardroom of one of the most famous auction houses in the world, with two Sotheby’s experts and wines from the firm’s cellar.
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Big Smile photoshoot with a Clinique goody bag
Big Smile specialises in stylish family photography. This prize includes a one to three-hour photo shoot and a 11” x 14” framed photograph. The lot includes a small Clinique goody bag so you can glam up for the camera.
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BMW 7 Series test drive
The new 7 Series is BMW’s most technologically advanced car yet, complete with gesture recognition. Bid to win a day behind the wheel of this masterful machine.
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Porto city break
Three nights in the beautiful Pestana Vintage hotel in the historic city of Porto, including a complimentary dinner for two at the hotel’s new, RIB Beef & Wine restaurant.
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Arsenal Squad Suit by Duchamp
Arsenal has raised nearly £1 million for the GOSH Charity over the years, including funding for the Arsenal Lung Function Unit. Now you can dress like Theo Walcott, above, in a suit designed for the squad by British brand Duchamp.
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Dinner for six at Richard Caring’s 34
The Ivy’s sister restaurant is offering a lavish dinner for six, including a Dom Perignon champagne reception and matching wines.
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Dine with a restaurant critic
Tracey MacLeod is one of Britain’s leading food critics, appearing regularly as a guest judge on Masterchef, as well as writing reviews for The Independent. Join her for lunch and see her in action.
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Somme centenary tour
This year marks the centenary of one of the First World War’s defining actions — the Battle of the Somme. The Independent’s John Lichfield, whose journalistic experience in France makes him the ideal guide, will take a group of four on a day tour of the battlefields.
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Eco lodge luxury
Stay for three nights in a stunning Natural Retreats eco lodge in one of the UK’s most beautiful spots. Take the family, or make it a romantic break for two.
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Personal styling session with George Northwood
Look good with a personal hair styling session from celeb fashion guru George Northwood, who counts Alexa Chung and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley as regular clients.
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Dinner for two at Polpetto
Enjoy a delicious and critically acclaimed dinner for two at the trendy Polpetto on London's Berwick Street. Tuck in to a variety of small and spectacular dishes to share up to the value of £100.
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Family fun at Sportfest
A family ticket for four to attend SportFest in Buckinghamshire this July, in the idyllic setting of the Wormsley Estate, with sports coaching from top stars.
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Book launch with a literary editor
Accompany the literary editor of the Independent on Sunday to a glittering book launch in London and see how the world of literature announces a new work to an expectant public.
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Photo Shoot for the family
Bag a “reportage” shoot with one of the country’s top photographers from McKay Williamson.
The prize also includes two prints and custom-made frames. London only.
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