The Independent's charity auction: The lots you can bid on – including front row seats for Elton John in Las Vegas
The second of our three online auctions for Great Ormond Street Hospital is now live, and anyone can bid
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Your support makes all the difference.A pair of front row tickets to see Sir Elton John in Las Vegas is available to bid on as part of The Independent's latest charity auction for Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH). From now until next Tuesday readers can vie for 23 fantastic lots while raising money for some of the UK's most poorly children.
Other lots include a private shopping spree at Topshop, an England football shirt signed by members of the squad, lunch with the editor of the Evening Standard, and two nights in a luxury Marrakesh hotel.
There is also a £5-a-ticket raffle to win a five night stay at a five star hotel almost anywhere in the world, and readers can pay £25 towards accommodation for parents while they accompany their child to GOSH over the Christmas period.
The bidding and prize draw are powered by Givergy Access, a simple, effective online fundraising platform for charities to raise money by offering exclusive items and experiences that aren’t available elsewhere. Anyone can take part.
Bidding is now open, and will close at 9pm on Tuesday 22 December. This will be followed by one more auction for different lots.
For more information about all the lots - and to make your bid - please visit www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
Elton in Las Vegas
An amazing offer to see global superstar Sir Elton John in concert, with two front row tickets to his 2016 Las Vegas show, “The Million Dollar Piano” at The Colosseum inside Caesars Palace.
Included in this incredible prize are return Upper Class flights from London Heathrow to Los Angeles, a three-night stay at the award winning Hyatt Century Plaza Hotel in LA, hire of a Mustang to drive the open highway to Las Vegas and two-nights at the Encore at the Wynn in Las Vegas, all generously donated by DialAFlight, proud supporters of The Gordon and Tana Ramsay Foundation.
What's more, Gordon and Tana Ramsay themselves have thrown in dinner at the critically acclaimed restaurant, Gordon Ramsay Steak in Caesars Palace. And if that wasn't enough, you’ll also get a signed copy of the "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" box set.
To bid: www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
A 5 star weekend in Austria
Hotel Tannenhof is an exclusive boutique hotel in St Anton, Austria, which marries state of the art modern comforts with a traditional alpine ambience. A lucky couple will spend a weekend in one of the hotel’s seven stunning suites, from where they can explore the flower-filled meadows of the Lech Alps in summer months.
To bid: www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
Topshop private shopping spree
You and a lucky plus one will have the run of Topshop ’s flagship Oxford Circus store outside normal opening hours. With no queues to contend with, a team of personal shoppers and £1,500 spending money thrown in, this is a shopoholic's dream.
To bid: www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
Original cartoon by Dave Brown
Dave Brown, The Independent’s award-winning political cartoonist, has been tweaking the noses of the powerful and pompous for over 40 years. Now is your chance to bid for this original piece of artwork — not a print or copy — from Dave’s mighty pen. The prize also includes the chance to meet the man himself for a cup of tea.
To bid: www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
Hamleys tour
Children will be amazed as they are taken on a magical tour of London’s most famous toy store, ending on the top floor to help themselves to pick 'n'mix and cake. Each child will leave with a special Hamleys goody bag including their very own Hamleys bear. For up to 11 guests.
To bid: www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
Learn to cook like Marcus Wareing
Marcus Wareing is one of the biggest names in British cooking, and his eponymous Knightsbridge restaurant at the Berkeley Hotel boasts two Michelin stars. Budding chefs can bid to spend a morning with the team in the kitchens and will then have their taste buds fully satisfied by lunch in the restaurant afterwards.
To bid: www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa, Bath
Two nights for two in a suite at the Royal Crescent Hotel in beautiful Bath. The offer includes a five-course dinner at the Dower House Restaurant, a spa treatment for both of you, and an afternoon tea with champagne on the house.
To bid: www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
Nikon 24.2 megapixel digital camera
This top of the range camera, courtesy of Nikon, takes remarkably crisp and detailed photos, and comes with an attachable zoom lens for sharp close-ups. A perfect Christmas present for aspiring snappers of any age.
To bid: www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
See Derren Brown
Two tickets to Derren Brown’s latest stage show Miracle on 2nd January 2016, including a signed tour brochure and a meet and greet.
To bid: www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
Lord’s tour and Long Room tea
Lord’s is one of the most iconic sporting venues in the world, and the famous Long Room in its pavilion has been graced by international cricket greats since 1889. Go behind the scenes with a tour of the ground, followed by a champagne afternoon tea in the Long Room.
To bid: www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
Lunch with the editor of the Evening Standard
Sarah Sands has been at the helm of the Evening Standard for just under four years and has overseen its continued revival, with the paper now reaching more Londoners than ever before. This is your chance to pick the brains of one the UK’s top editors over lunch.
To bid: www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
See Eddie Izzard live
Two tickets to see Eddie Izzards Force Majeure Reloaded at the Palace Theatre, Cambridge Circus, London on 25th January 2016.
To bid: www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
Behind the scenes at London Zoo
Led by an expert staff member from the London Zoological Society, a family of four will have an exclusive opportunity to go behind-the-scenes at the world's oldest scientific zoo. Get an insight into the lives of the zoo’s animals and the work being done to save them in the wild.
To bid: www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
A day at the Independent on Sunday
Spend a day with Lisa Markwell, editor of the Independent on Sunday, and her team in our Kensington newsroom, learning how the world of journalism works. Join her at editorial conference and see how the pages of the paper are filled as deadline looms.
To bid: www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
Four Seasons in Marrakesh
Visit the extraordinary Four Seasons in magical Marrakesh for a weekend of relaxation in the heart of the Red City, with a Hammam treatment and dinner included. A two night stay for two people.
To bid: www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
Champers on the London Eye
A champagne pod on the London Eye is the perfect vantage point from which to take in 360° views of London’s rapidly evolving skyline. See the alien shapes of the City’s newest skyscrapers to the east and gothic spires of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben to the west – and do it with a glass of champagne in your hand, surrounded by up to 19 of your nearest and dearest.
To bid: www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
Bob Carols Clarke
Bob Carlos Clarke was a photographer of striking versatility and one of the UK's most famous image-makers. His works are now highly collectable and can be seen in the National Portrait Gallery. Now’s your chance to own the limited edition print ‘Adult Females Attack Without Provocation, 2004’ one of the most famous from his last exhibition 'Love Dolls Never Die'.
To bid: www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
Mercedes HQ
Take a look inside the world of Formula One and see first-hand how a World Championship winning Formula One car is designed and built. This prize will give four people the exclusive chance to visit Mercedes AMG Petronas headquarters in Brackley.
To bid: www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
AC Milan signed shirt
AC Milan are one of the most famous and successful football teams in the world. This is your chance to own a signed Milan shirt with signatures from the 2013/14 squad including forward Mario Balotelli, Valta Birsa and Jherson Vergara.
To bid: www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
Smithfield dining
Enjoy a three-course dinner for two at the wonderful Bird of Smithfield. Set within an old Georgian townhouse, and spread over five floors, Bird welcomes guests with delicious, homemade British classics with a twist and naughtily good cocktails.
To bid: www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
Shard stay
Spend a memorable night at The Shard, Western Europe’s tallest building. During your stay at the sumptuous Shangri-La Hotel, you can marvel at the spectacular views of London’s iconic landmarks from the comfort of your bedroom. Perfect for a romantic night of luxury.
To bid: www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
Peter Pan
The Royal Shakespeare Company is generously offering eight VIP tickets to the matinee performance of Wendy & Peter Pan on Sunday 17 January 2016. Included in this incredible package will be a pre-show complimentary lunch in the Rooftop Restaurant at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon.
To bid: www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
Signed England shirt and limited edition ‘Truce’ ball
The perfect Christmas gifts for footie fans. The limited edition (1,000) ‘Truce’ ball commemorates the no-man’s land matches during the First World War Christmas Truce of 1914 and comes courtesy of The Premier League. Thanks to the FA you’ll also get a red England shirt signed by eighteen stars of the squad.
To bid: www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
TGI cocktail masterclass
Come down to TGI Fridays in London’s Covent Garden where you will be looked after by a top UK ranked bartender who will teach you and three friends how to make cocktails. You will get time at the bar and get to drink what you make! After trying your hand at mixology you will be treated to dinner for four.
To bid: www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
Luxury hamper
Treat yourself or someone special to this beautifully presented Sandy Bay London hamper. Hand poured here in the UK using only premium ingredients, this luxury set includes seven home candles, two miniature candles and one triple wick candle and two bottles of room spritz.
To bid: www.givergy.com/charity/gosh
5 star hotel raffle
Small Luxury Hotels of the World offers an unrivalled portfolio of the finest small, independent hotels on earth. The winner of the draw will spend 5 nights in a double room at a hotel of their choice from the 520 and more in the firm’s collection. Tickets to the prize draw cost just £5 and you can buy as many as you like to increase your chances of winning.
To buy a ticket: http://ind.pn/1QpPQoA
If you Give to GOSH, your donation will be matched by the Government, doubling its amount. To donate go to: http://ind.pn/1Mydxqt
