Latest News We are delighted to share with you a preview of some of our exciting prizes that are already attracting interest! You too can have the opportunity to place an early bid. Pre-bids can be placed on most of the prizes up until Wednesday 18 April, 2018. If you would like further information about any of the prizes shown below or to place a pre bid please contact: harrietjpaul@gmail.com A four-night trip of a lifetime to Russia s most beautiful city and UNESCO World Heritage site, St Petersburg for two, including 5 star hotel stay, flights and an array of cultural activities No expense has been spared in the putting together of this fabulous prize. You will stay in the heart of St Petersburg in the City s 5 star luxurious Angleterre Hotel with a breathtaking view over St Isaac s Cathedral and close to the famous Hermitage Museum. The hotel is in walking distance from the Nevsky Prospect and all the major sightseeing and shopping spots. For anyone who has always planned to visit the Hermitage and its vast, world famous antiquities and paintings, or explore the newly restored Winter Palace, former residence of the Tsars, this is a fantastic opportunity. Similarly, the City has more than 80 theatres, including the Mariinsky Theatre which has nurtured dancers including Rudolf Nureyev and Mikhail Baryshnikov and which remains one of the centres of Russian ballet and opera. An array of cultural activities will be included in this fabulous prize including visits to the ballet and the Hermitage and you will have an English speaking tourist guide to help you make the very most of your stay. British Airways flights are included and assistance with visas will be provided. Dates by arrangement, excluding June 2018 Kindly donated by Cultural Solidarity Media Enjoy exclusive access to the secret wonderland at The Dorchester s legendary kitchens where famed Executive Chef Henry Brosi who has cooked for Heads of State and stars of the stage and screen will create a special menu for your party of 12 in the Chef s Table The Chef s Table is a journey through taste in a private place of extraordinary history. A unique talking-point and unforgettable experience. This is a fabulous opportunity for you to host a private dinner for a party of 12 with wine pairing. Chef Henry is guaranteed to create a meal for you and your guests that you will remember forever. Kindly donated by John Scanlon, The Dorchester London The Dorchester Collection
Join an intimate gig with global superstar Ed Sheeran A perfect prize for any Ed Sheeran fans! A chance for two very lucky people to see Ed Sheeran in concert at an exclusive intimate gig on 19 June, 2018 as part of a very special evening hosted by Dermot O Leary. Kindly donated by the London Irish Centre Gastronomic get-away! This is the ultimate relaxing break on one of Ireland s most beautiful private estates providing the perfect opportunity to celebrate a special occasion with family or friends. You will enjoy a two-night stay (weekend or weekday) for up to 16 guests (8 double rooms) at stunning Ashbrooke House, Co. Fermanagh with a guest chef on one night. Glen Wheeler recently Head Chef at the award winning MacNean House and Restaurant will help you host a truly remarkable dinner. Glen has worked in some of the world s best restaurants including Gordon Ramsay s Royal Hospital Road in London, Alinea in Chicago and NOMA in Copenhagen. Also included in this wonderful prize will be a private three hour cruise on the Inishcruiser around the islands of magical Lough Erne. A cash bar is available onboard and if requested a meal can be served, this will be charged separately. Prize available from September 2018 to December 2020. Subject to availability. Christmas bookings will incur extra charges. Kindly donated by Amanda Brooke, Ashbrooke House, Glen Wheeler, 28 Darling Street & Share Discovery Village A unique opportunity to charter a yacht at Cowes Week, one of the highlights of the British sporting summer calendar This exciting prize allowing you to race or spectate is an all-exclusive VIP package of a day yacht charter for up to ten people at Lendy Cowes Week 2018 on a Beneteau Match First 40 yacht on Saturday 4 August, Sunday 5 August or Monday 6 August. Includes professional sailing crew, racing lunch, soft drinks and entry to the Sunsail hospitality area. Kindly donated by Sunsail Worldwide Sailing Ltd
An enchanting two night stay at Ballynahinch Castle Hotel with a fabulous day s salmon fishing Enjoy a wonderful stay for two in this intimate 4* hotel in stunning woodlands and located in the heart of Connemara, the hotel is surrounded by the magnificent 12 Bens Mountain Range. Enjoy the casual country elegance and rich ambience of luxurious riverside rooms with 4- poster beds and award-winning fine dining. This wonderful prize is for a two night stay with one day s salmon fishing for two. Kindly donated by Ballynahinch Castle Hotel Two highly sought after tickets to see Justin Timberlake in his The Man of The Woods Tour showcasing his first album in four years A chance for you and a guest to see Justin Timberlake in concert on Wednesday 11 July, 2018 at the iconic venue the O2 Arena in London, during the evening you will enjoy the use of the VIP Lounge. Kindly donated by Herbert Smith Freehills Renvyle Inlet, summer sky by Cloé Cloherty Oil on canvas. Framed 18 x 22 Cloé Cloherty s work is divided into two main areas landscape and the nude. The landscapes Cloé paints, predominately Irish, begin life as small oil studies painted in situ. Cloé s method of working is to use broad expressive washes of colour with thick layers of impasto worked in with a pallet knife. The aim is not to laboriously recreate every leaf and stone, but to capture the essence and the spirit of this ancient Celtic land. Kindly donated by Cloé Cloherty
Convergence 2 by Roger McNulty Oil and metallic powder on linen. 122 x 90 cm The desire to reflect on the sensitivity, emotion and incongruity of borderlines within Roger s art is fired by his engagement with workers affected by mental and physical borders induced by social, political and economic circumstances. Awe of the earths vast land masses, disputed borders, and natural events led to this particular work. Observations from aircraft, Google Earth imagery and seventeenth century maps influenced the painting. Kindly donated by Roger McNulty Train like a Champion! One year membership at BXR London, the world s first high-end boxing-themed gym. BXR London is the passion project of global boxing superstar Anthony Joshua. Whatever your ability you can enjoy the wide array of services offered by a team of professional athletes, including a range of combat disciplines, strength & conditioning, circuit training, group classes, clinic treatments and nutrition advice. Kindly donated by BXR London
Your chance to be a Front Row fashionista! This amazing prize provides two front row tickets to the Paul Costelloe London Fashion Week Spring/ Summer 2019 show on a date to be confirmed between 14 and 18 September 2018, with a back stage pass for post show champagne. Dublin born Paul Costelloe is one of the most established names in British fashion and has been the head of a hugely successful label for over 30 years. Kindly donated by Paul Costelloe Full information, including Terms & Conditions on all of our prizes will be included in our prize brochure on the night. Further information on our other prizes will be circulated via Linkedin & Twitter and please check for updates at: http://www.cooperationireland.org/fundraising/corporate/2018-legal-dinner/