Give to GOSH auction: Vegas, St Anton, Marrakech… get your bids in for lots of travel, fine dining and top shopping

More than 20 different lots, including lunch with Evening Standard editor Sarah Sands and a private shopping spree, feature in our second auction to help the critically ill children of Great Ormond Street Hospital
See him live: Sir Elton
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Evening Standard16 December 2015

A pair of front row seats to see Sir Elton John perform in Las Vegas is the headline lot in the Evening Standard's second charity auction for Great Ormond Street Hospital.

Readers have until Tuesday to bid for 23 stunning lots as part of the Give to GOSH Christmas appeal, powered by Givergy Access, to help some of the country's most seriously ill 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 four night stay at a five star hotel almost anywhere in the world, and readers can pay £25 towards accommodation for parents whose children are being treated at GOSH over Christmas.

The auction, the second of three, opened today and will close at 9pm on December 22.

Visit givergy.com/charity/gosh to make your bid.

Elton in 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.

And if that wasn’t enough Gordon and Tana Ramsay themselves have thrown in dinner at the critically acclaimed restaurant, Gordon Ramsay Steak in Caesars Palace. What's more, you’ll get a signed copy of the ‘Goodbye Yellow Brick Road’ box set.

5 Star Austria

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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.

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 every girl’s dream.

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.

Cook like Marcus

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. Where better for any foodie to go behind-the-scenes.

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.

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 includes the chance to meet the man himself for a cup of tea.

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.

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.

Lunch with an editor

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

Behinds the scene 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.

A day at the Independent on Sunday

Spend a day with Lisa Markwell, IoS editor, 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.

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.

Signed England shirt and limited edition ‘Truce’ ball

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 senior squad.

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.

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.

Bob Carlos Clarke

Bob Carlos 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'.

Mercedes HQ

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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.

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.

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.

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.

Peter Pan

The Royal Shakespeare Company is generously offering eight VIP tickets to the matinee performance of Wendy & Peter Pan on Sunday 17th 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.

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.

The auction is powered by Givergy
Givergy

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.

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