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Auction of Promises and Treats

Aylsham High School celebrates each year 11 group leaving school with an event called The Prom to mark the end of their time with us. This takes place this year on Saturday 29th June 2024 at Mannington Hall. The ticket price covers all the basics such as venue, marquee and food & drink.

However, we raise funds throughout the year to enjoy the extras such as chocolate fountain, decorations, hire of dance floor, etc which make the evening the special and significant event we hope it is for our students.  We also like to donate a portion of funds raised to our designated charity, Water Aid, where possible.

Our final major fundraiser this year is An Auction of Promises and Treats to be held at the High School on Tuesday 30th April 2024  at 7 pm.

We would very much like to invite you to come along and support us while bagging a bargain! We have had many generous donations of Lots from the local community and far beyond.  Below is a list of some of the attractions on offer at the auction. Refreshments will also be available to accompany the delight of a winning bid!  Many thanks to Mr Tom Corfield of Arnolds Keys for agreeing to be our Auctioneer for the evening.

We would be delighted to hear from you if you are able to donate a service or treasure to the list of Lots.  

Here is a selection of some of the Lots we have been promised to date – keep checking as more will be added regularly!

NEW LOTS:

  •   Ali Baba basket
  •   Bouquet of flowers from Lavenders Blue
  •   Voucher for a 4 helium Balloon display from Hallmark, Aylsham
  •   Box of cholcolates from Carousel
  •   Voucher for 2 for a Thursday night Steak deal at the King's Arms Hotel
  •   Large exercise ball
  •   Dame Kelly Holmes Weights ball
  •   Set of picture frames
  •   Cook Book rest in stainless steel
  •   Boxed set of Viners cutlery stainless steel
  •   A collection of Jeffrey Deaver mystery & crime novels
  •   A collection of Nelson Demille action, adventure & suspense novels
  •   A trilogy of Robin Hobb fantasy novels
  •   A selection of spa goodies
  •   A Radford English hand-painted jug
  •  A leather rucksack bag
  • Teddy Bear donated by BON BONS, Aylsham (RRP £35)
  • Mauve velvet covered jewellery box
  • Office Chair donated by Millar West Office Supplies 
  • a second cake from Bread Source, a lemon traybake
  • Brand new ice skates with carrying bag.Size 8.Stainless steel blades
  • Contemporary stainless steel fruit basket with contents
  • A 12 portion cake from Bread Source
  • £15 voucher for Bella Beauty North Walsham
  • Axe-throwing experience for up to 6 people
  • Archery experience for up to 6 people
  1. Selection of 4 meat rubs  - donated by GF White butchers (rrp, £8 per tub)
  2. £15 VOUCHER –donated by Book Hive Bookshop
  3. £20 VOUCHER – donated by The Blind Pig restaurant, Aylsham
  4. Free admission voucher for up to 5 people at one of several Norfolk Museums for you to choose from
  5. Afternoon tea for 2 at Purdy’s, Aylsham
  6. £15 VOUCHER for fruit and veg – donated by Harvest Fruit &Veg, Aylsham
  7. £25 VOUCHER for STAMP pizza restaurant, Aylsham
  8. A weekend for 2 at Bijoux Cottage, Aylmerton on the Felbrigg Hall Estate
  9. An hour’s private swim at Sankence pool, Aylsham
  10.  Two tickets for great Yarmouth Sea Life Centre
  11.  A beautiful piece of hair jewellery – perfect for a Prom!- from Prima Donna, Norwich
  12.  Pamper package selection
  13.  Voucher for an evening’s Woodland Butchery donated by Coxford’s butchers
  14.  1 x 25kg bag of Somerset potatoes, straight from the farm
  15.  1x 5 pint pouch of Castle Farm, Somerset cider
  16.  A bespoke ladies or gents smock –donated smocknorfolk.com. There will be stock samples available to view on the auction evening. Also, check out their website, so that you can make your choice for yours should you go for this Lot.
  17. £30 VOUCHER for Slater Menswear – very useful for anyone looking to hire suits for the Prom!
  18.  BUMPER DR WHO themed MYSTERY BOX – 8 or more items worth £24.99 –donated by TV & FILM SHOP, Norwich
  19.  1x large DJUNGELSKOG teddy bear from IKEA – (tame and house-trained!)

Further Lots to be listed soon, but hope these will spark your interest to begin with.

We look forward to seeing you at the Auction on 30th April. Refreshments will be available.

               Watch this space!!   

            Susie Hebditch

            (shebditch @aylshamhigh.norfolk.sch.uk)