Birdfair Auction 2018
This is the Birdfair Auction’s fourteenth year and thanks to the overwhelming generosity of our exhibitors and visitors, to date we have raised nearly £204,000 for vital conservation projects.
Exhibitors and celebrities have kindly given a wealth of super items over the years, from art prints and coveted books to optics equipment or once-in-a-lifetime birding holidays. This year is no exception. Once again, our generous supporters have excelled themselves and we are delighted to have a selection of fantastic lots here in the programme.
Don’t miss out! Make sure to visit the Auction Marquee and join in the fun way to fundraise for bird conservation.
Scroll down to see what’s on offer!!
Lot 1
A day birding for two people around the Dee Estuary with TV Naturalist Iolo Williams.
Enjoy a day out birding with Iolo Williams exploring the Dee Estuary. The Dee Estuary,
on the North Wales / North-West England border, is one of the United Kingdom’s
premier birding locations for wetland and shorebirds.
Value £ Priceless!
Courtesy of Leica and Iolo Williams, Optics 8
Lot 2
A day’s birding for two in Somerset with local naturalist and author Stephen Moss
The successful bidders will join Somerset Birdwatching Holidays for a guided group
day out in Somerset. To be taken any time in 2018 or 2019.
Meal included. T & C’s apply.
Value £Priceless!
Courtesy of Somerset Birdwatching Holidays and Stephen Moss
www.somersetbirdwatchingholidays.com
Lot 3
A Morning on the Heath with Bill Oddie
A unique personal guided tour with Bill as he takes you birding across his favourite local patch Hampstead Heath.
Value £Priceless!
Courtesy of Bill Oddie
Lot 4
A day’s nature observation trip for two with Simon King
A fantastic opportunity to win a day wildlife watching with naturalist, author and
wildlife film-maker Simon King. Whether you’re new to nature watching or a
seasoned birdwatcher, you’ll be sure to learn something new!
Value Priceless!
Courtesy of Zeiss – Optics 4
Lot 5
A week’s accommodation at Paradise in Portugal
1 week’s B&B accommodation at Quinta do Barranco da Estrada, winner of
Tripadvisor’s “Travellers’ Choice” award,
(the highest in the industry), two years running and head office of “Birding in Portugal”. Terms and conditions apply.
Value €805 approx.
Courtesy of Birding in Portugal, Marquee 2 Stand 90 & 91
www.paradise-in-portugal.com & www.birding-in-portugal.com
Lot 6
An evening in a Wildlife Watching Hide
An evening of guided wildlife watching for four people, in a comfortable hide located on
the Rothiemurchus Estate in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park.
Value £120
Courtesy of Speyside Wildlife, Marquee 7 Stand 21 & 22
Lot 7
1C-20M-IR Nest Box Camera System
Nest box camera system fitted with a colour 420TVL camera with audio & 20 metres of cable.
Value £99
Courtesy of Gardenature Ltd, Marquee 3 Stand 31 & 32
Lot 8
Two nights for two people in Domaine Lacoste.
Enjoy one of France’s richest ranges of bird life and bird watching opportunities
around Narbonne staying in Domaine Lacoste, in a luxury accommodation.
To be taken in April or May 2019.
Flights not included, T & C’s apply.
Value €300 approx.
Courtesy of Patricia Pinet
domainelacoste@orange.fr
Lot 9
Hoodman H32MB Outdoor Hoodloupe
A loupe enabling you to check composition, focus and histogram on your LCD
screen when outdoor.
Value £128
Courtesy of RK Photo Ltd, OD8
Lot 10
Fine art giclee print
A fine art giclee print from Marie-Therese King’s batik work.
Value £30
Courtesy of Marie-Therese King, Art Marquee Stand 16
Lot 11
Complete set of field guides to Britain’s wildlife.
PrincetonWILDGuides is offering a complete set of the state-of-the-art photographic
field guide series to the wildlife of Britain.
Value £250
Courtesy of PrincetonWILDGuides, Marquee 5 Stand 36
Lot 12
10 day mobile safari at Okavango Delta & Chobe, Botswana for two people
This safari takes in the best of northern Botswana travelling through Moremi Game Reserve, Khwai Concession and Chobe National Park.
Enjoy safaris as they are meant to be experienced by being in the wilderness, amongst the wildlife with one of Africa’s best guides.
Flights not included, T&Cs apply.
Value £7,395
Courtesy of Letaka Safaris, Marquee 7 Stand 58
Lot 13
Gitzo Gimbal Fluid Head
8kg, top attachment 3/8” universal mount, base diameter 60mm.
Value £399.95
Courtesy of Manfrotto, Marquee 4 Stand 1,2, & 3
Lot 14
9 Nights’ safari in Botswana for two people.
“Northern Highlights” – meals, activities, park fees, accommodations,
drinks and snacks included. To be taken between September 2018
and February 2019.
Full itinerary available. Flights not included. T & C’s apply.
Value $8,000
Courtesy of Bush Lark Safaris, Marquee 8 Stand 4
www.bushlarksafaris.com
Lot 15
70cl bottle of London Dry Gin
Multi award winning, countryside spirit.
Value £33
Courtesy of Two Birds Spirits LPM 6
Lot 16
Two day wildlife sketching workshop at Pensthorpe Natural Park in Norfolk, with artist Mark Boyd.
Join an art safari workshop sketching birds and other wildlife. Artist Mark Boyd will give insights into drawing wildlife and wild places, and enthuse your drawings and paintings with the beauty of the natural world. Dates – Monday 10th Sept and Tuesday 11th Sept. T&Cs apply.
Value £130
Courtesy of Art Safari, Art Marquee Stand 26
Lot 17
Bakery Hamper
A hamper full of bread, cakes and savouries made by local award winning artisan bakery.
Winning bidder must be able to collect Sunday afternoon.
Value £50
Courtesy of Hambleton Bakery – Local Produce Marquee 1 & 2
Lot 18
Celestron Granite 10×50 ED Roof PrismBinocular
Celestron Granite 10×50 ED Roof PrismBinocular represent the core values of rock solid binocular design, ultra-high performance glass and reliable construction at an affordable price. The ED lenses ensure that each wavelength of light is kept in balance with all others to provide an image which is true-to-life. They are also useful in lowlight situations helping you pick out details even at dawn and dusk.
Value £449
Courtesy of Celestron Global Ltd – Marquee 4 Stand 10 & 11
Lot 19
Kowa TSN-501 Compact Spotting Scope
Small enough to take everywhere, the antidote to large heavy scopes,
small sized but big on performance.
Value £269
Courtesy of Kowa Optimed Deutschland GmbH – Optics 2
Lot 20
Kowa TSN-501 Compact Spotting Scope
Small enough to take everywhere, the antidote to large heavy scopes,
small sized but big on performance.
Value £269
Courtesy of Kowa Optimed Deutschland GmbH – Optics 2
Lot 21
Pair of MacWet Gloves
Most versatile sports glove on the market –used in 40 sports and by
photographers and disabled people. Vouchers issued to be used Sunday afternoon,
as all gloves are personally fitted.
Value £30
Courtesy of MacWet Sports Gloves – Marquee 8 Stand 12
Lot 22
Pair of MacWet Gloves
Most versatile sports glove on the market –used in 40 sports and by
photographers and disabled people. Vouchers issued to be used Sunday
afternoon, as all gloves are personally fitted.
Value £30
Courtesy of MacWet Sports Gloves – Marquee 8 Stand 12
Lot 23
Pair of MacWet Gloves
Most versatile sports glove on the market –used in 40 sports and by
photographers and disabled people. Vouchers issued to be used Sunday
afternoon, as all gloves are personally fitted.
Value £30
Courtesy of MacWet Sports Gloves – Marquee 8 Stand 12
Lot 24
A copy of Southern African Birdfinder
By Callen Cohen and Claire Spootiswoode.
Value £20
Courtesy of Cape Town Pelagics – Marquee 3 Stands 28 & 29
Lot 25
Original watercolour painting of a quail.
Image 30cm by 30cm.
Value £300
Courtesy of Mike Warren – Art Marquee Stand 55
Lot 26
Men’s Halcon Traveller or Women’s Alondra Traveller
Both the Halcon and Alondra Traveller are ideal in providing carrying space
during warmer weather activities for exploring and sightseeing, nature watching
and photography, Through careful design, significant weight can be transported without discomfort and items easily accessed without disruption to wildlife.
Value £150
Courtesy of Paramo Ltd – Marquee 2 Stands 69-71
Lot 27
Wild Flower Seeds
A selection of wildflower seeds including oxeye daisy, St Johns Wort,
purple loosestrife, ragged robin, red campion.
Value £40
Courtesy of Angela Hewitt Originals –Art Marquee Stand 41
Lot 28
Chair Koklass
Lightweight foldable chair made of aluminium frame and strong ripstop polyester. Has two largepockets on each side to store camera, recording gear, notebook……
Value £34
Courtesy of Tragopan – Marquee 6 Stands 1 & 2
Lot 29
Photoblind Monal V1
Professional photoblind for two people or one person for long session,
with quick deployment system, projected canopy protecting the lens from rain,
removable ground floor, 6 different photographing post.
Value £285
Courtesy of Tragopan – Marquee 6 Stands 1 & 2
Lot 30
“Peacock Blue” Original Painting
16” x 20” Painting in acrylics on canvas-board by David Finney.
Value £200+
Courtesy of David A Finney –Art Marquee Stand 8
Lot 31
Framed limited edition print of Taita Apalis
Original printing by Martin Woodcock.
Value £100
Courtesy of African Bird Club – Marquee 2 Stand 65 & 66
Lot 32
Framed limited edition print of Madasgascar Pochard
Original painting by Martin Woodcock.
Value £100
Courtesy of African Bird Club – Marquee 2 Stands 65 & 66
Lot 33
Birdfair’s official artwork for the 30th Anniversary by Carry Akroyd
The official artwork to promote our chosen project for this year – ‘Mar Chaquita
– a haven for Argentina’s flamingos’.
Value £300
Courtesy of Carry Akroyd – Art Marquee Stand 39
Lot 34
Limited edition linocut print “The Long Spring – UK”
Linocut print from “The Long Spring” by Laurence Rose, (Bloomsbury 2018)
Value 135
Courtesy of Richard Allen – Art Marquee Stand 21
www.richardallenillustrator.com
Lot 35
HBW and BirdLife International Illustrated Checklist of the Birds of the World. Volume 1 (Non-Passerines)
and Volume 2 (Passerines)
The first completely illustrated checklist ever published, with a new taxonomy
that incorporates the most up-to-date information and an exhaustive methodology
in an entirely systematic and consistent way.
Value £358
Courtesy of Lynx Edicions – Marquee 7 Stand 27
Lot 36
Pie Making Voucher
A free entry to a pork pie making workshop in Melton Mowbray and 25%
off for a friend.
Value £20
Courtesy of Brockleby’s Pies – Local Produce Marquee 11
Lot 37
Vortex ‘Viper HD’ 85mm Angled Scope
The new 2018 Vortex ‘Viper HD’ 85mm ‘scope comes complete with a
20-60x zoom and neoprene ‘stay-on-case’ along with the unique Vortex
Unlimited Lifetime Warranty.
Value £999
Courtesy of Vortex @ Newpro UK Limited – Marquee 1 Stand 1 & 2
Lot 38
Earthenware Pottery Vase
Handmade art pottery, from the famous Moorcroft factory in Stoke on Trent
England. This vase features the Osprey flying high over the Bassenthwaite Lake.
Designer Kerry Goodwin. Height of Vase 7” (18cms).
Value £710
Courtesy of Moorcroft Pottery – Art Marquee Stand 42
Lot 39
A 5 night stay for two people across four of the Inkaterra properties in Peru.
Journey to Peru’s most mesmerizing places, enjoying a stay at unique & luxury
Inkaterra hotels. Escape to a nature adventure in the Southern Amazon. Share the
magic and mystique of the Machu Picchu Citadel and explore the Inca and colonial legacy.
Flights not included, T & C’s apply. Valid until August 2019.
Value £4020 approx.
Courtesy of Inkaterra, Marquee 7 Stand 4
Lot 40
Leveret Sculpture
Julie Wilson is a local animal sculptor exhibiting in the Arts’ Marquee for the
seventh time and this year she is donating a leveret made from stoneware clay.
Value £100
Courtesy of Julie Wilson – Art Marquee Stand 40
Lot 41
EL 8 x 32 Binocular
This exceptionally light binocular is the ultimate in optical perfection.
Edge to edge sharpness, and HD optics for high contrast, crystal clear lifelike
images and perfectly balanced viewing over long periods of time. See the unseen.
Value £1660
Courtesy of Swarovski UK Limited – Optics 6
Lot 42
Two seats on an “Albatross’s Pelagic Trip” from Valparaiso, Chile
You can see interesting species of albatrosses, petrels, shearwaters from the Humboldt Current, and also some great cetaceous! To be taken between October 2018 to March 2019. T&Cs apply.
Value £215
Courtesy of Albatross Birding and Nature Tours in Chile – Marquee 7 Stand 45
Lot 43
Two seats on an “Albatross’s Pelagic Trip” from Valparaiso, Chile
You can see interesting species of albatrosses, petrels, shearwaters from the Humboldt Current, and also some great cetaceous! To be taken between October 2018 to March 2019. T&Cs apply.
Value £215
Courtesy of Albatross Birding and Nature Tours in Chile – Marquee 7 Stand 45
Lot 44
One year Bird Journal premium subscription
We think Bird Journal is the smoothest, most intuitive recording experience for birds and wildlife. There are apps for Mac, Windows, iOS & Android to give you the best experience on every device. Cloud backup & synchronization ensure your data is both safe and available to you everywhere. First launched in 2009, Bird Journal now has thousands of customers across the world.
Value £29
Courtesy of Bird Journal – Marquee 5 Stand 39
Lot 45
One year Bird Journal premium subscription
Another opportunity to win a premium subscription!
Value £29
Courtesy of Bird Journal – Marquee 5 Stand 39
A3 Print of a Lapwing – “Foraging”Lot 46
“This Lapwing was seen in Scotland enjoying the stones along the beach.
It was lovely to see a small flock enjoying the sunny day.”
Value £19.99
Courtesy of Carolyn Kemp Wildlife Artist – Art Marquee Stand 7
Lot 47
A3 Print of a Chiffchaff – An unmistakable song.
“This lovely Chiffchaff spent a long time sitting singing away while I watch on.
Beautiful sound and was happy to be watched….it was a gorgeous day made all
the better by this experience.”
Value £19.99
Courtesy of Carolyn Kemp Wildlife Artist – Art Marquee Stand 7
Lot 48
Glass photograph – Snowy Owl, Barrow Alaska
Printed on glass with adhesive to stick to wall or use as kitchen splash-back.
Approx 700mm x 750mm. Photographer – Jo Latham.
Value £130
Courtesy of Jo Latham – Limosa Holidays Marquee 7 Stand 46 & 47
Lot 49
20kg Premier Plus Birdseed & Eyebrook Goody bag
A sack of our quality wheat free mix produced on our award winning conservation farm,
which contains a hearty blend of high energy, nutrient rich ingredients.
A goody bag of feeders, suets and worms for your garden birds to enjoy!
Value £45
Courtesy of Eyebrook Wild Bird Feeds – Marquee 6 Stand 19
Lot 50
Handbook of Bird Biology with corresponding online course
The third edition of the Handbook of Bird Biology is an essential and comprehensive
resource for anyone learning more about birds. The Handbook is complimented by
extensive online resources hosted on the Bird Academy site of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology.
Value £280
Courtesy of Cornell Lab of Ornithology – Marquee 4 Stand 16
Lot 51
“Contented Cubs”
An open edition giclee print from the original pastel drawing which Natalie drew
from her own photo reference in Kenya. Natalie Mascall is an award winning, self-taught wildlife artist and has hand signed the print.
Value £45
Courtesy of Natalie’s Arts – Art marquee Stand 44
Lot 52
“Great Glen Owl”
An open edition giclee print from the original pastel drawing.
Natalie Mascall is an award winning, self-taught wildlife artist
and has hand signed the print.
Value £45
Courtesy of Natalie’s Arts – Art marquee Stand 44
Lot 53
“Inquisitive Pheasant”
An open edition giclee print from the original pastel.
Natalie Mascall is an award winning, self-taught wildlife artist
and has hand signed the print.
Value £45
Courtesy of Natalie’s Arts – Art marquee Stand 44
Lot 54
Adelie Penguins on Iceflow
A group of five very cute, finely detailed glass Adelie Penguins, standing on a
selenite iceflow, based on a beautiful dark blue and clear agate.
Each penguin individually handcrafted in the propane/oxygen flame using coloured glass rods.
A unique and very special piece for this year’s auction.
Value £100
Courtesy of D Smith Glasscraft – Marquee 3 Stand 21
Lot 55
Small wire bird sculpture
Life size sculpture of Bluetit starting with the wire that keeps the sparkle in champagne.
Value £155
Courtesy of Champagne Birds – Art Marquee Stand 5
Lot 56
Two nights stay in Extremadura, Spain with a one day private birding guide
Take a long weekend to enjoy the charms of Extremadura, Spain. Two nights lodging
and a private birding guide to show you species like the Black Vulture, Spanish Imperial
Eagle, Great Bustard and Azured Wing Magpie. T&Cs apply.
Value £360
Courtesy of Extremadura – Marquee 7 Stands 51 & 52
Lot 57
A mounted and framed photograph of a Barn Owl
16” x 20” approx
Value £50
Courtesy of Our Wildlife – Art Marquee Stand 17
www.ourwildlifephotography.com
Lot 58
Framed photograph
Mounted and framed photograph of a Brown Hare running.
Value £45
Courtesy of Margaret Welby Photography – Art Marquee Stand 17
Lot 59
RSPB Garden Wildlife Camera
This camera offers everything you need to get great views of your garden wildlife.
Value £139.99
Courtesy of RSPB – Retail – Marquee 2 Stands 31 & 32
Lot 60
Voucher for days guided wildlife watching on Isle of Islay
A day’s guided wildlife watching on Isle of Islay for up to 4 people.
Value £300
Courtesy of Wild Islay Birding – Marquee 7 Stands 14 & 15
Lot 61
A hamper of gifts from various Planeterra Foundation’s projects from across the world
A selection of meaningful gifts including a’Looptail’ book written by the founder of G Adventures, guest towel a& canvas tote bag, Mi Cafecito fair trade coffee
and ‘Good food helping good kids’ cookbook.
Value £100
Courtesy of G Adventures – Marquee 2 Stand 93
Lot 62
Bug Hotel
Give beneficial pollinating insects a home in a Bug Hotel.
The different sized canes provide homes for a variety of insect species.
Value £10.99
Courtesy of KT Nestboxes – Marquee 7 Stand 8
Lot 63
Two night’s accommodation for 2 in a cottage at the Inala Reserve on Bruny Island, Tasmania.
Also includes access to – Inala walking trails, bird hides, Pardalote platform,
Jurassic garden & Nature museum. Flights not included, T&Cs apply.
Value $630
Courtesy of Inala Nature Tours – Marquee 2 Stand 42
Lot 64
A selection of miniature Australian Wildlife figurines
A selection of figurines of the wonderful birds and animals native to Australia to whet your appetite for a visit to our incredible country.
From incredible platypus to endearing Koala, infamous Cockatoos and lesser known Quolls, these figurines will delight nature lovers of all ages.
Value £50
Courtesy of The Australia Stand – Marquee 2 Stands 43
www.ausbird.com
Lot 65
Falkland Islands Hamper
Packed full of goodies from or about the Falkland Islands including Malvina House
Hotel gin and Falkland Beerworks, real ale from the world’s most remote
micro-brewery.
Value £100
Courtesy of Falkland Island Holidays – Marquee 1 Stand 3
www.falkland islandsholidays.com
Lot 66
Limited edition print by South African wildlife artist Vanessa Lomas
Limited edition print of pen and ink sketch entitles ‘Hope for the Future’
depicting a Leopard and cub.
Value £100
Courtesy of On Track Safaris – Marquee 6 Stand 50
Lot 67
A copy of ‘With Honourable Intent’
Signed by the authors, Mark Rose and Tim Knight.
Value £20
Courtesy of Fauna & Flora – Marquee 7 Stand 17
Lot 68
6 x bottles of South African wine
Value £50
Courtesy of 2by2 Holidays Ltd – Marquee 2 Stand 7
Lot 69
1 Day private birdwatching or photography charter for two guests around Darwin, Northern Territory (10 hours, morning/afternoon tea and lunch)
Whet your appetite for Australia’s tropical Top End birdlife. Be professionally guided by renowned local expert guide, Luke Paterson.
See up to 100 species in a day exploring biodiverse natural habitats and urban birding hotspots, all within a few kilometres of Darwin CBD.
Highlights include: Rainbow Pitta, Chestnut Rail and Rufous Owl.
Value £415
Courtesy of Australia’s Northern Territory – Marquee 3 Stand 3 & 4
Lot 70
‘The Legacy of a King’ Book
Value £15
Courtesy of Langur Eco Travels – Marquee 8 Stand 28
Lot 71
Trinovid 8×42 Binoculars
The binoculars of the Leica Trinovid-HD family stand for durability, sta
te-of-the-art image performance and ruggedness. Constant development has resulted in a new generation of Leica Trinovid-HD models, and like their predecessors they offer outstanding colour fidelity, image sharpness, compact form and low weight.
Value £880
Courtesy of Leica Sport Optics – Optics 8
Lot 72
One year’s subscription to Bird News Pro
Win a year’s access to the BirdGuides Bird News Pro service where you will be the first to hear breaking sightings, get instant news via the website and app and share and browse thousands of birding photos and videos.
Value £50
Courtesy of BirdGuides – Marquee 2 Stands 97-100
Lot 73
Rohan outdoors performance clothing bundle
Rohan outdoors outfit consisting of waterproof ‘Hideout Jacket’, Insect/UPF protection shirt, ‘Trail socks’ & Trailblazer trousers. All designed to be protective, lightweight, packable and easy-care.
Value £334
Courtesy of Rohan – Marquee 8 Stands 13-16
Lot 74
A four night stay for one in Bulgaria – Red-breasted Geese Special
In February nearly the whole world population (20-30,000 birds) of the Red-breasted Geese can be found in north-east of Bulgaria,
near the Black sea coast. One our short break you will enjoy the winter concentrations of the most beautiful goose,
It is a spectacle you can’t see anywhere else. Other species include Lesser White-Fronted Goose,
Dalmatian Pelican, Pallas’s Gull, Eagle Owl and many more.
To be taken Wednesday 6th Feb – Sunday 10th Feb 2019.
Flights not included. T&Cs apply.
Value £520
Courtesy of Wild Echo – Marquee 2 Stands 76 & 77
Lot 75
A signed copy of ‘Flying High – Discover the poetry in British Birds’ Book
Written by Anneliese Emmans Dean.
Value £10
Courtesy of Brambleby Books – Marquee 7 Stand 13
Lot 76
A signed copy of ‘Bonkers Birding’ Book – By John Lee.
A lively and humorous account about the passion of the author for birdwatching,
dictating his life.
Value £10
Courtesy of Brambleby Books – Marquee 7 Stand 13
Lot 77
A signed copy of ‘Those with Webbed Feet – all about British Ducks,
Geese and Swans’ by Edward Giles
Starter book on wildfowl for youngsters and novices.
Value £13
Courtesy of Brambleby Books – Marquee 7 Stand 13
Lot 78
A week’s holiday for one person to Ultima Frontiera Estate, Danube Delta, Romania.
An estate developed for nature tourism, a paradise for birdwatching, wildwatching, and wildlife photography.
To be taken either 24th to 31st Aug 2019 (Birding Tour) or 31st Aug to 7th Sept 2019
(Photographic Tour). Meals included.
Flights not included and single room supplement not included. T&Cs apply.
Value £1500
Courtesy of SKUA Nature Group & Ornitholidays – Marquee 2 Stands 16 & 17
www.skuanature.com / www.ornitholidays.com
Lot 79
A full tray of 20 mixed native wildflowers
A full tray of 20 native wildflowers, there will be a selection of colourful species that look great, are easy to grow in the garden and are suitable for attracting butterflies and bees. (Must be collected Sunday afternoon after Birdfair)
Value £50
Courtesy of Hazelwood Landscapes
Marquee 8 Stand 29 & 30
Lot 80
7 Night all-inclusive Panama Bird Watching package for one person at Bird of Canopy Lodge
7 Night tour explores the foothills and cloud forests of El valle de Anton – the home of motmots, tanagers, hummingbirds, anpittas and the mythical Rufous-vented Ground-cuckoo! We enjoy all accommodations at the award-winning Canopy Lodge, with exciting bird-filled trips to Altos del Maria (full day), La Mesa, Cerro Gaital Natural Monument, Cara Iguana, Rio Indio, Las Minas, Jordanal, a day trip to the scrub of El Chiru, the beaches of Juan Hombron and Santa Clara – all designed to find as many of the area’s specialities as possible! T&Cs apply, Flights not included.
Value $1889
Courtesy of Canopy Family, Panama – Marquee 2 Stand 81
Lot 81
‘Photographers against wildlife crime’ Book
A group of international award winning photographers have used their powerful and iconic images to help bring an end to illegal wildlife trade.
Value £40
Courtesy of Alan Ottewell
Lot 82
A day’s guiding for 2 people in the Straits of Gibraltar
Join us for a spectacular day of #FlywayBirding at the epicentre of the East Atlantic Flyway! Here at Spain´s most southern point,
The Med meets the Atlantic, and the craggy coast of North Africa is only nine miles away! The area is famous for its spring and autumn raptor migration,
during which tens of thousands of soaring birds can cross the Straits in a single day. But actually avian migration continues almost all year round!
You´ll need to contact us to discuss available dates, but whenever you choose to come we hope to introduce you to the fascinating phenomenon of 
migration as well as a sparkling array of resident species, many of which can be seen nowhere else in Europe! T&Cs apply.
Value £150
Courtesy of Inglorious Bustards Birding and Wildlife Tours – Marquee 1 Stand 28
Lot 83, Lot 84, Lot 85, Lot 86, Lot 87 and Lot 88
BBC Wildlife Magazine – six issue subscription
Read the best features on animal behaviour and conservation, view amazing images
of nature by award-winning photographers and encounter more species with our
expert wildlife watching tips.
Value £25.50
Courtesy of Immediate Media – Marquee 3 Stands 6 & 7
Lot 89, Lot 90, Lot 91, Lot 92, Lot 93 and Lot 94
BBC Countryfile magazine – Six issue subscription
Every issue is packed full of fresh ideas for exploring Britain’s beautiful landscape,
watching wildlife, discovering heritage and great local food. With our expert writers, you can explore the best walks, nature re
serves, market towns and villages, while we also show you th hidden places in the countryside others often overlook.
Value £27
Courtesy of Immediate Media – Marquee 3 Stands 6 & 7
www.countryfile.com
Lot 95
2 Days Bird Photography Tour in Hungary for one person
The tour is in a scenic and bird-rich area of the famous Kiskunsag National Park, only an hour’s drive south of Budapest airport. The tour rotates around the 10 nature inbuilt bird photography hides. This tours includes 2 nights in our lodge and 2 full days in the hides with4 sessions (1 in the morning, 1 in the afternoon) and a 4×4 safari or a boat tour on the lake. This is a perfect tour not only for photographers but for bird and nature lovers who would like to enjoy a breath-taking experience being really close to birds and observe plumage details, behaviour, and feeding habits like never before. T&Cs apply, Flights not included.
Value £640
Courtesy of ECOTOURS Wildlife Holidays – Marquee 7 Stand 48
Lot 96
2 x Costa Rican Prime Organic Coffee
Organic, micro-farm and separately-processed coffee from Los Santos area, Costa Rica. 500g bags.
Value £32
Courtesy of Foto Verde Tours
Lot 97
Birds of Costa Rica Field Guide
Latest edition of Birds of Costa Rica Field Guide by Richard Garrigues and Robert Dean
Value £22.50
Courtesy of Foto Verde Tours
Lot 98
Framed Birdfair artwork autographed by our celebrities
A unique opportunity to own an autographed framed picture of Birdfair’s official 30th anniversary artwork signed by all the celebrities attending this year.
Value £ Priceless
Courtesy of Birdfair
Lot 99
Visit to Grimsthorpe Castle Park and Gardens, Bourne, Lincolnshire – Complimentary family day ticket
This ticket will allow a family of 5 (2 adults and 3 children) to visit Grimsthorpe Castle once on any normal open day
(special event days excluded) and enjoy the castle, park and gardens.
Value £31.50
Courtesy of Grimsthorpe Castle Park and Gardens
Lot 100
Lunch for two people at San Giorgio Restaurant in Oakham, Rutland
Choose from any pizza or pasta off of the lunchtime menu
Tue – Sat: 12pm – 3pm – Valid until December 2018
14 Church St, Oakham, Leicestershire LE15 6AA
Phone: 01572 759656
sangiorgiorestaurant@yahoo.co.uk
Value £20
Courtesy of San Giorgio Restaurant, Oakham
www.sangiorgiorestaurant.co.uk
Lot 101, Lot 102, Lot 103
Large pink metal flamingo garden ornament
Approx height 84cm.
Value £25
Courtesy of Birdfair
Lot 104
A lunch or dinner for two people at Hambleton Hall Hotel
Enjoy exceptional dining in the award-winning restaurant. Michelin star Chef, Aaron Patterson,
uses the best local produce and the dishes have a strong seasonal bias producing brilliant, assured cooking.
Value £280
Courtesy of Hambleton Hall Hotel
Lot 105
Complimentary tickets to Rockingham Castle, Market Harborough
Tickets for 2 adults, 2 children to visit Rockingham Castle during the 2018 open season (includes Christmas opening – 19th-23rd November)
Value £31.50
Courtesy of Rockingham Castle, Market Harborough, Leicestershire
Lot 106
Gordon Beningfield – A signed limited edition print of field mice
No 125 of 250, framed size 75cm x 48cm
Value £80-100
Courtesy of Wildside Books – Marquee 6 Stand 28
Lot 107
A collection of 5 facsimile bird prints
From a 17th century natural history work. Each print is 36cm x 43cm.
Value £30-40
Courtesy of Wildside Books – Marquee 6 Stand 28
Lot 108
A selection of modern books on Birds of prey and Owls
Value £30-40
Courtesy of Wildside Books – Marquee 6 Stand 28
Lot 109
Framed print of a barn owl
No1 of 10 of a barn owl by Linda Wain, International, Derbyshire based wildlife artist.
Value £75
Courtesy of Julie Potton
Lot 110
Barn Owl painted on a feather by Mandi Baykaa-Murray
‘Barn Owl’ Hand painted on a feather in acrylic,mounted on water colour paper,
framed. (Image size 7” x 5”) by Mandi Baykaa-Murray.
Value £120
Courtesy of Mandi Baykaa-Murray – Art Marquee Stand 14
Lot 111
Alta Fly 48T Trolley Case
The Alta Fly 48T is a professional carry-on trolley designed to fit 1-2 pro DSLRs, 5-7 lenses (up to 30cm f/2.8) a flash and
accessories or a drone with all related accessories. It also carries a 14” laptop, a tablet and a tripod.
Value £250
Courtesy of Vanguard – Marquee 4 Stand 12 & 13
Lot 112
Bundle of Poyser Books (x10)
A selection of earlier Poyser titles including: Gulls; Atlas of Wintering Birds; Enjoying Ornithology; Scarce Migrants in Britain & Ireland; and Bird Habitats in Britain.
Value £75
Courtesy of Calluna Books – Marquee 6 Stand 13
Lot 113
Bundle of Bird Books (x10)
A selection of light reading including Swallows (Tate); Birdwatching in the Seventies (Wallace); Birds That Came Back (Gooders); and The Titmice of the British Isles (Barnes).
Value £50
Courtesy of Calluna Books – Marquee 6 Stand 13
Lot 114
Bundle of Eric Hosking Books (x9)
A selection of books highlighting the photographic work of Eric Hosking including: Birds of Prey; Seabirds; Waders; and Owls. Also a copy of his autobiography ‘Eye for a Bird’.
Value £50
Courtesy of Calluna Books – Marquee 6 Stand 13
Lot 115
British Wildlife Subscription
A year’s subscription to British Wildlife, the UK’s leading natural history magazine.
Value £25
Courtesy of British Wildlife
Lot 116
New and exclusive birdwatching in Northern Gambia, Two nights stay for two people, dedicated bird guide and tour included
Be amongst the first to enjoy birdwatching in the Bao Bolong Wetland Reserve, with direct access from the lodges as well as exploring the best kept
secrets with your guide. Expect to see the rare Egyptian Plover, White-Crested Tiger Bittern and Martial Eagle.
Morgan Kunda Lodges is part of Morgan Clark Foundation and all profits go into the charity.
Morgan Clark Foundation is a registered charity in the UK and The Gambia,
Value £300
Courtesy of Morgan Kunda Lodges
Lot 117
Framed Original Painting of an Arctic Redpoll
Value £300
Courtesy of Martin Woodcock
Lot 118
Three nights for 2 people at Las Terrazas de Dana Lodge in Mindo Cloud Forest, Ecuador
Enjoy this unique paradise for birdwatching at the best rated luxury lodge in Mindo. Also included a
half day birding tour in Mindo with one of our top english speaking guides. Breakfast and a half day birding tour in Mindo included.
Flights not included. T&Cs apply.
Value £457
Courtesy of Las Terrazas de Dana Lodge
Lot 119
Painting of Two-Banded Plover
Original artwork by Heidi Lots
Value £300
Courtesy of Heidi Lots
Lot 120
2 x Framed pictures of Avocet and Lapwing
Value £150
Courtesy of Andy Neilson
Lot 121
Full day visit to a reservoir in the Medellin area and Colombian birds field guide by WCS
This bundled auction item includes a full-day visit in the Medellin area where you can spot toucans, warblers,
hummingbirds and the very rare red-bellied grackle and an up to date customized hard cover version of “Avifauna Colombiana”
by Fernando Ayerbe and WCS. Species and reading guide in English.
Value £100
Courtesy of Onygo Tours – Ectourism
https://sites.google.com/view/onygotours.com
Lot 122
Exclusive Photo Book
Featuring three top photographers who have all kindly submitted 14 of their images each to print into a beautiful A3 photo book.
David Tipling, Andy Swash and Ben Porter will all be signing the photo book.
Value £300
Courtesy of L.Type, (Duncan Midwood, MD), David Tipling, Andy Swash and Ben Porter
Lot 123
A day’s birding & wildlife tour for two in Mallorca
Mallorca is well known among European birders and nature lovers as a major biring and wildlife hotspot in the Western Mediterranean.
The tour will be led by a specialised tour guide to discover the special birds of our island.
To be taken between September 2018 and March 2019. Flights not included. T&Cs apply.
Value £220
Courtesy of Mallorca Natural Tours
http://www.mallorcanaturaltours.com
Lot 124
Two night stay for up to four people at the Lee Valley Almost Wild campsite, includes hire of campfire grill and 2 bags of firewood
Lee Valley Almost Wild campsite on the borders of Hertfordshire and Essex is your chance for a wilderness adventure with an all new wild camping, back to nature experience. To be taken by 30th Sept 2019. Own camping equipment required.
Value £111
Courtesy of Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
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