Welcome! Welcome to IDA Ireland’s first ever charity auction, hosted by IDA’s Global Communications Division. Thank you for joining us for a fun, entertaining evening, and a major fundraiser in support of our CSR committee for our charity partner DEBRA Ireland. The donations are interesting and varied including:
A variety of hotel and restaurant vouchers, including for the renowned Chapter One Restaurant
Donations of beautiful, handcrafted items
Some big ticket and highly desirable tech items
Singing lessons, tennis lessons
Hampers Highly prized Six Nations tickets for next year
And much, much more!
How it works We have produced this catalogue to allow you to view the items for auction in advance of the event. We’d also recommend that you keep it to hand for easy reference during the auction. Please note items marked with a R* are subject to a reserve price that will be announced on the night. This event will be hosted on Microsoft Teams on Friday, September 10th at 4:30pm (BST). A calendar invite has been issued with a link to join the event. Suggested entry fee for our virtual auction is €5, which can be paid via our IDA Ireland DEBRA fundraising page. If you can’t attend but would like to pre-bid on any of the items, please email us at charityauction@ida.ie with your highest offer. Please note, this will not automatically guarantee your success in acquiring the item as you may be outbid on the evening, but it lets you in with a chance! During the event bidding will take place over the Microsoft Teams chat function. Further instruction on how to place your bid will be given on the evening. If you are the winning bidder on an auction item, please pay for your item via the donation page. When paying, please reference the lot number/description and, once your donation is complete, take a screenshot to send to the item donor who will arrange delivery. Any unclaimed items that remain after the event is finished will remain open for bidding until Wednesday 15th September at 1pm. Please join us for your chance to claim some fun, unique and interesting items and, importantly, to help us raise money for DEBRA Ireland!
Event Agenda 4:30pm | Welcome by CEO Martin Shanahan 4:35pm | A message from DEBRA Ireland 4:40pm | Live Auction Begins 5:20pm | CSR-S&S Raffle 5:30pm | Live Auction Recommences 6:00pm | Event Concludes
Lot 1 – Apple AirPods
R*
Brand new Apple AirPods in original packaging • •
Unopened Recommended Retail Price is based on pricing in Compub, the official Apple retailer in Ireland.
Suggested Retail Value:
€159.99
Donated by: Senan O’Riain
Please Note: Subject to reserve price
Lot 2 – Prada Sunglasses Pair of genuine Prada ladies’ sunglasses, with case.
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Purchased in Las Vegas
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Never used
Suggested Retail Value:
€300
Donated by: Fiona Reilly
Please Note: Subject to reserve price
Lot 3 – M&S Voucher €50 Marks and Spencer Voucher •
https://www.marksandspencer.com/ie/
Suggested Retail Value:
€50
Donated by: Elaine Healy
R*
Lot 4 – Voucher for Faithlegg Hotel, Waterford A €100 gift voucher for the beautiful Faithlegg House Hotel in Waterford, set in beautiful grounds, with a spa and adjacent golf course. Suggested Retail Value:
•
https://www.faithlegg.com
€100 Donated by: Siobhan McEvoy
Lot 5 – Tennis Lessons
R*
2 x 1 hour tennis lessons with Mark Shorten, level 2 qualified tennis coach Suggested Retail Value:
• •
Available in Dublin, Galway, Cork or Limerick Tennis balls and rackets provided
€170 Please Note: Subject to a reserve price
Donated by: Mark Shorten
Lot 6 – Pala D’Oro Dress Burgandy long sleeve Pala D'Oro dress, plain top, pleated skirt, black ribbon belt • •
Size M Never worn.
Suggested Retail Value:
€50
Donated by: Ellen Lynch
Lot 7 – Hand-Crocheted Blanket Beautiful hand-crocheted blanket, in berry and grey tones
Suggested Retail Value:
€100
• • •
4 ft long x 3.5ft wide Wool is 80% acrylic and 20% wool Hand washable.
Donated by: Siobhan McEvoy
Lot 8 – Michael Kors Purse/Wristlet A genuine Michael Kors large cross grain leather purse/smartphone wristlet.
Suggested Retail Value:
€75
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Tan/light brown colour with gold tone hardware.
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Features an all-around zip closure, a removable strap and enough space to hold phone, cards and cash.
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Worn once.
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Bullet with important item detail
Donated by: Aoife Madden
Lot 9 – Adventure Package R* Enjoy 2 super fun activities for you and a guest with tickets for Awesome Walls & City Kayaking Dublin •
Dublin based
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Awesome Walls - https://awesomewalls.ie/
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City Kayaking - paddle on the Liffey through the city centre.
Suggested Retail Value:
€108
Donated by: Gillian Kelly & Martina Naughton
Please Note: Subject to a reserve price
Lot 10 – Golf Voucher
€200 voucher for golfvouchershop.ie , a gift to play golf anywhere •
https://www.golfvouchershop.ie/Golf_Vouchers.aspx
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One voucher, 20,000 courses!
Suggested Retail Value:
€200 Please Note: Subject to a reserve price
Organised by: Aimee Stewart
R*
Lot 11 – The Green Door Voucher 2 x €50 vouchers for the organic food market 'The Green Door'
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Based in Bluebell, Dublin 12.
Suggested Retail Value:
€100
Donated by: Sarah Jeffries
Lot 12 – Laka Ukulele Ukulele, Laka make, fully tuned, with hard shell carry case •
Brand new
Suggested Retail Value:
€100 Please Note: Subject to reserve price
Donated by: Ellen Lynch
Lot 13 – Hamper Hamper to the value of €50
Suggested Retail Value:
€50
Donated by: Avril Coyle
R*
Lot 14 – Artzone Classes & Art Kit 5-day online art classes from Artzone with a box of art materials for two.
Suggested Retail Value:
€130
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There will be 3 different classes available to choose from depending on the age of the child. The age range is from 5-14 years.
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Art Kit containing everything you need to get creative (paints, oil pastels, sketch pad, glue, coloured paper, scissors, Artzone T-shirt etc.)
Donated by: Sinead Cullinan
Lot 15 – Singing Lessons
A month (4x30min) singing lessons
Suggested Retail Value:
€100
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Available to students 8 years and over
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In-person lessons suitable for those local, vaccinated and those under 13 years old
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Zoom lessons suitable for those at distance, unvaccinated, or for those over 13 years of age who would prefer online lessons
Donated by: Caoimhe Croasdell
Lot 16 – Dunnes Stores Voucher €100 Dunnes Stores Voucher •
https://www.dunnesstores.com/
Suggested Retail Value:
€100
Organised by: Ellen Lynch
Lot 17 – Hand Crafted Baby Quilt Handmade patchwork cot quilt or playmat in bright cottons
Suggested Retail Value:
€80
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The top is made in patchwork in lovely bright coloured cotton fabrics with simple quilting and is backed with matching fabric.
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Materials: 100% cotton (machine washable)
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Size: 37x 45 inches
Donated by: Denise McNamara Mum, Maureen Feary
Lot 18 – Two High Stools Two high kitchen island/breakfast counter stools, very sturdy, metal fittings
Suggested Retail Value:
€180 Please Note: Subject to reserve price
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Teal/grey colour
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Never used.
Donated by: Ellen Lynch
R*
Lot 19 – Sprout & Co Voucher 2 x €50 voucher for Sprout & Co. Kitchen restaurants
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Six locations across Dublin and one based in Avoca in Dunboyne
Suggested Retail Value:
€100
Donated by: Elaine Healy
Lot 20 – Michael Kors Crossbody R* Bag Michael Kors Leather crossbody handbag in Saffiano leather.
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Classic black with gold-tone hardware and spacious interior
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Good as new, rarely used.
Suggested Retail Value:
€195
Donated by: Ita Lynn
Please Note: Subject to reserve price
Lot 21 – Johnny Sexton Signed Jersey, Adult Johnny Sexton signed rugby jersey, adult •
Canterbury IRFU 20 Home Pro JE. L. Green
Suggested Retail Value:
€120 Please Note: Subject to reserve price
Donated by: CSR-S&S organised by Jackie O’Dowd
R*
Lot 22 – Apple iPad (8th Gen) R* Brand new Apple iPad (8th generation)
• • • • •
Suggested Retail Value:
32GB 10.2–inch Retina display Up to 10 hours of battery life Lightning connector for charging and accessories
https://www.apple.com/ie/shop/buy-ipad/ipad-10-2
€400 Organised by: Aimee Stewart
Please Note: Subject to a reserve price
Lot 23 – Personalised Animation Personalised & customised animated birthday or special occasion greeting for a child or adult. •
Purchaser gives photo and details of hobbies/interests etc. of child/adult receiving the animated greeting to create a unique, customised, and personalised keepsake from this professional animator.
Suggested Retail Value:
€100
Donated by: Sinead Lynch @FuzzlyLittleGnomes
Lot 24 – Dunnes Stores Voucher €100 Dunnes Stores voucher
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https://www.dunnesstores.com/
Suggested Retail Value:
€100
Organised by: Ellen Lynch
Lot 25 – Overnight Stay Kingsley R* Hotel, Cork 1 overnight stay for two people to include breakfast at 4 star Kingsley Hotel, Victoria Cross, Cork. •
www.thekingsley.ie
Suggested Retail Value:
€120
Organised by: Susan O’Leary
Please Note: Subject to reserve price
Lot 26 – Högl High Heels & Clutch R* Pair of Högl high heels, nude, and matching clutch bag.
Suggested Retail Value:
•
Size 5 ½ but will fit a size 6
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Bought for a wedding
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Worn once.
€290 Donated by: Erika Fairfield Please Note: Subject to reserve price
Lot 27 – French Connection Jumpsuit Beautiful aubergine/berry coloured French Connection Patricia jersey jumpsuit with lace panel. • •
Size XS Never worn, tag still on.
Suggested Retail Value:
€80
Donated by: Amy Yin Zhang
Lot 28 – Monart Spa Voucher
R*
€200 voucher for the renowned Monart destination spa & quality accommodation. •
https://monart.ie/
Suggested Retail Value:
€200
Donated by: Meabh Ryan
Please Note: Subject to reserve price
Lot 29 – Online Colour Consultant A voucher for online colour consultant for two rooms with Lesley Kelly, expert interiors colour consultant. •
View Lesley’s portfolio on Instagram @5thwallcolourconsultant
Suggested Retail Value:
€60
Donated by: Alison Nulty
Lot 30 – Chapter One Voucher R* Dinner for two at Chapter One restaurant to value of €300 •
https://www.chapteronerestaurant.com/
Suggested Retail Value:
€300 Please Note: Subject to a reserve price
Organised by: Ellen Lynch
Lot 31 – Overnight Stay at Fota Island Resort, Cork 1 overnight stay for two people to include breakfast at 5-star Fota Island Resort, Fota Island, Co. Cork •
www.fotaisland.ie
Suggested Retail Value:
€140 Please Note: Subject to a reserve price
Organised by: Susan O’Leary
R*
Lot 32 – Tayto Park Voucher
R*
€100 voucher for Tayto Park
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https://taytopark.ie/
Suggested Retail Value:
€100 Organised by: Aimee Stewart Please Note: Subject to reserve price
Lot 33 – Dunnes Stores Voucher R* €100 Dunnes Stores Voucher
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https://www.dunnesstores.com/
Suggested Retail Value:
€100
Organised by: Ellen Lynch
Please Note: Subject to reserve price
Lot 34 – Johnny Sexton Signed Jersey, Adult Johnny Sexton signed rugby jersey, adult
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Canterbury IRFU 2020 Home Classic Jersey
Suggested Retail Value:
€120 Donated by: CSR-S&S, organised by Jackie O’Dowd Please Note: Subject to reserve price
R*
Lot 35 – Two Copies & Reading of ‘Elephant on the Farm’ Two copies of Brendan's children's book 'Elephant on the Farm' one for the child and one for child's class with a tailored reading of the story by Brendan •
For a Jnr. Infants class; a talk about farming/farm animals.
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For an older class; a talk about the process of writing and publishing your own book.
Suggested Retail Value:
€50
Donated by: Brendan McDonald
Lot 36 – Two Signed Copies of ‘Who Dares Runs’ Two signed copies of the book 'Who Dares Runs' by Gerry Duffy
Suggested Retail Value:
€40
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A remarkable story of courage and inspiration by a man who achieved a 4 stone weight loss and went on to run 32 marathons in 32 consecutive days.
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Containing valuable insights into how the human existence can be transformed by breaking out of our comfort zones.
Donated by: Ken Whitelaw
Lot 37 – The Ivy Dublin Voucher R* €200 restaurant voucher for The Ivy, Dublin
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https://theivydublin.com/
Suggested Retail Value:
€200 Organised by: Aimee Stewart Please Note: Subject to reserve price
Lot 38 – Vintage Evening Dress
R*
Evening dress in midnight blue, vintage style with silver embellishment
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Size 16
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Mid-to ankle length occasion dress - would suit someone 5’10”
Suggested Retail Value:
€200
Donated by: Fiona Wyse
Please Note: Subject to reserve price
Lot 39 – Bespoke Aran Dress or Geansai Aran Dress OR Geansai go halainn bespoke, hand knit by Helen Brennan
Suggested Retail Value:
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Style, colour, size up to you
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3 months to knit before delivery
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Ladies - note those pockets!
€500 Donated by: Helen Brennan Please Note: Subject to reserve price
R*
Lot 40 – Kylemore Karting Gift card for Kylemore Karting
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Gift card gets two x 30 min time trials, OR a family pass MonThurs
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https://www.kylemorekarting.ie/
Suggested Retail Value:
€80
Donated by: Aimee Williams
Lot 41 – Johnny Sexton Signed Jersey, Teenage
R*
Johnny Sexton signed rugby jersey, teenage
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Canterbury IRFU 20 HM Pro Kid Jersey
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Size 13-14
Suggested Retail Value:
€100
Donated by: CSR-S&S, organised by Jackie O’Dowd
Please Note: Subject to reserve price
Lot 42 – Day Pass for Belvedere House A family day pass for 2 adults and 2 children for Belvedere House and Gardens, Mullingar.
Suggested Retail Value:
€20
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A day visitor to Belvedere gets to explore the restored Belvedere House, Victorian walled garden and rolling parkland with its numerous follies.
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http://www.belvedere-house.ie/Explore/The,Belvedere,Story/
Donated by: Ken Whitelaw
Lot 43 – Kurt Geiger Shoes Ladies leather Kurt Geiger shoes in pristine condition
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Colour dark brown. Animal print/ocelot design
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Wear with or without bows
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Size UK 6 / Eur 39
Suggested Retail Value:
€50
Donated by: Siobhan Fay
Lot 44 – Overnight Stay at the Strand Hotel, Limerick
R*
Overnight stay for two in a king executive bedroom and breakfast in the award-winning River Restaurant at the Strand Hotel, Limerick •
Suggested Retail Value:
€150
With access to the 24-hour executive lounge and access to Energize Leisure with Swedish sauna, 20m pool, hydrotherapy pool & eucalyptus steam room
Organised by: Fiona Reilly
Please Note: Subject to reserve price
Lot 45 – Radley Tote Radley cream leather tote
Suggested Retail Value:
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53x44cm
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Lined, multi-interior pockets
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New, unused, pristine
€200 Donated by: Helen Brennan Please Note: Subject to reserve price
R*
Lot 46 – Overnight Stay Hayfield R* Manor, Cork 1 overnight stay for two people with breakfast at 5-star Hayfield Manor Hotel, Perrott Avenue, College Road, Cork. •
Suggested Retail Value:
•
https://www.hayfieldmanor.ie/ Can also be used at either Great Southern Killarney or Killarney Royal.
€150 Organised by: Susan O’Leary Please Note: Subject to reserve price
Lot 47 – Overnight Stay at Staunton’s on the Green
R*
Overnight stay for two at 4-star Staunton’s on the Green with dinner for two at a choice of locations across Dublin •
https://www.stauntonsonthegreen.ie/
Suggested Retail Value:
€300
Organised by: Ellen Lynch
Please Note: Subject to reserve price
Lot 48 – Glasshouse Hotel Voucher €100 voucher for the Glasshouse Hotel in Sligo
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Can cover accommodation or food
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https://www.theglasshouse.ie/
Suggested Retail Value:
€100 Please Note: Subject to reserve price
Organised by: Marie McDaid
R*
Lot 49 – Tayto Park Voucher
R*
€100 voucher for Tayto Park
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https://taytopark.ie/
Suggested Retail Value:
€100 Organised by: Aimee Stewart Please Note: Subject to reserve price
Lot 50 – Overnight Stay at The Savoy Hotel, Limerick
R*
Overnight stay at the 5-star Savoy Hotel in Limerick for two including breakfast.
Suggested Retail Value:
•
https://www.thesavoycollection.com/
€150 Organised by: Fiona Reilly Please Note: Subject to reserve price
Lot 51 – Guess Handbag Beautiful soft tan leather Guess bag
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Never used, still in its protective cover
Suggested Retail Value:
€80
Donated by: Bris Somers
Lot 52 – Hand-Knit Shawl
Hand-knit ladies’ shawl •
The crescent-shaped shawl is soft and light with a delicate lace border. The elongated narrow shape lends itself to numerous ways of tying and draping without the need for a shawl pin.
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Materials: 100% hand-dyed Silk with amethyst seed beads.
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Depth: 17” / 43 cm / Length: 64” / 162 cm.
Suggested Retail Value:
€80 Donated by: Denise McNamara
Lot 53 – Mulberry Handbag R*
Mulberry Jacquetta Black
Suggested Retail Value:
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Zipped, interior pockets, leather, brass fittings
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55x37cm
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Genuine Mulberry
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Almost unused, pristine condition, stored in bag
€350 Please Note: Subject to a reserve price
Donated by: Helen Brennan
Lot 54 – Huawei X Gentle Monster Smart Glasses
R*
HUAWEI X Gentle Monster Eyewear (SMART JACKBYE-01). Use sunglasses to make calls or listen to music. A device that's both a hi-tech pair of Bluetooth headphones and a very stylish pair of sunglasses.
Suggested Retail Value:
€300 Please Note: Subject to a reserve price
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iOS / Android compatible via Bluetooth
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You can take calls or listen to music via the built-in dual mics and speakers.
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Wirelessly charge via the case of a 2,200mAh battery.
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Size: 155.13 x 58.25 x 29 mm.
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https://www.gentlemonster.com/stories/huawei/ Donated by: CEO Martin Shanahan
Lot 55 – Day Trip to West Waterford & East Cork A day trip for two/three to beautiful West Waterford & East Cork. Guided tour with transport to places of historical and cultural interest. •
Sites include: the Copper Coast, beach & boardwalk at Youghal, with a visit to the beautiful & historic Collegiate church with its magnificent stained glass window and other historical features, the beautiful Knockadoon peninsula, Lismore Castle & the Towers walk with coffee break and lunch provided at either the GeoPark cafe on the Copper Coast, the Vault in Lismore or The Priory on Youghal's main street or Quality Hotel at the end of the boardwalk and dinner at Foleys on the Mall in Lismore, Clancy's overlooking the sea in Youghal or Interlude, The Moorings or the Indian Ocean in Dungarvan.
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Itinerary can be customised to suit,i.e. bike hire and lunch on Waterfordby: Greenway is another option. Donated Ellen Lynch
Suggested Retail Value:
€150
Lot 56 – Overnight Stay Radisson R* Blu, Sligo 1 night B&B in Radisson Blu Hotel Sligo
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Suggested Retail Value:
•
Only available midweek (Sunday – Thursday) https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/
€225 Organised by: Marie McDaid Please Note: Subject to reserve price
Lot 57 – Overnight Stay River Lee R* Hotel, Cork 1 overnight stay for two people to include breakfast and dinner for two in the Grill Room at 4-star The River Lee Hotel, Western Road, Cork. Suggested Retail Value:
•
www.doylecollection.com
€180 Organised by: Susan O’Leary Please Note: Subject to reserve price
Lot 58 – Overnight Stay Clayton Hotel, Sligo 1 night B&B in the Clayton Hotel Sligo for 2 people
Suggested Retail Value:
•
https://www.claytonhotelsligo.com/
€150 Organised by: Marie McDaid Please Note: Subject to reserve price
R*
Lot 59 – Tickets for 2022 Six R* Nations at Aviva Stadium 2 tickets for 2022 Six Nations Championship match of choice at Aviva Stadium Suggested Retail Value:
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5th Feb 2022 – Ireland vs Wales
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27th Feb 2022 – Ireland vs Italy
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19th Mar 2022 – Ireland vs Scotland
€200 Please Note: Subject to a reserve price
Organised by: Aimee Stewart
Lot 60 – Apple HomePod Mini
Brand new Apple HomePod Mini in original packaging Suggested Retail Value:
€99
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Unopened
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RRP based on Compub, the official Apple retailer in Ireland.
Please Note: Subject to a reserve price
Donated by: Senan O’Riain
R*
Lot 61 – Floral Ruffled Dress Floral dress, damson in colour and a skirt which has a nice flow to it and frilling
Suggested Retail Value:
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Midi Length
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Size 16 Brand new dress, with label on
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€60 Donated by: Fiona Wyse Please Note: Subject to reserve price
Lot 62 – Marina Rinaldi Tote Marina Rinaldi cream leather tote
Suggested Retail Value:
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Lined, zipped pocket, capacious
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53x40 cm
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One bag for gym, office and social
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Barely used, excellent condition
€200 Donated by: Helen Brennan
Lot 63 – Rowen Avenue Dress Powder blue sleeveless, crossover Rowen Avenue dress
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Size M
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Never worn, label still on
Suggested Retail Value:
€55
Donated by: Ellen Lynch
R*
Lot 64 – Pretty Dress Company Dress
R*
Baby blue Pretty Dress Company special occasion short-sleeved dress
Suggested Retail Value:
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Roll neck and beautiful bow detail on each sleeve. V-neck at back.
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Size 12
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Never worn
€145 Donated by: Ellen Lynch Please Note: Subject to reserve price
Lot 65 – Dunnes Stores Voucher €200 Dunnes Stores Voucher
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https://www.dunnesstores.com/
Suggested Retail Value:
€200 Organised by: Ellen Lynch
Lot 66 – Online Colour Consultant A voucher for online colour consultant for two rooms with Lesley Kelly, expert interiors colour consultant. •
View Lesley’s portfolio on Instagram @5thwallcolourconsultant
Suggested Retail Value:
€60
Donated by: Allison Nulty
Lot 67 – Baby Blanket Cosy cot or snuggle blanket
Suggested Retail Value:
€80
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Worked in 100% cotton yarn, which is especially good for people with sensitive skin, as it does not itch or irritate.
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Size: 39 x 50 inches
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Care: machine wash @60oC, dry flat
Donated by: Denise McNamara
Lot 68 – Huawei P30 Pro Phone
R*
Huawei P30 Pro Smartphone (Breathing Crystal Colour) • • •
Suggested Retail Value:
•
Leica Quad Camera System 8GM RAM HUAWEI P30 Pro, Leica Quad Camera, Low-light Shooting, SuperZoom | HUAWEI Ireland Never used and still in original plastic packaging
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€500
Donated by: Bernadette Nulty
Please Note: Subject to reserve price
Lot 69 – Huawei P30 Pro Phone Huawei P30 Pro Smartphone (Breathing Crystal Colour) • • •
Suggested Retail Value:
€500 Please Note: Subject to reserve price
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Leica Quad Camera System 8GM RAM HUAWEI P30 Pro, Leica Quad Camera, Low-light Shooting, SuperZoom | HUAWEI Ireland Never used and still in original plastic packaging
Donated by: Eileen Sharpe
R*
Special Thanks The IDA Communications team wish to share our sincere thanks to all our colleagues, friends and partners who donated so generously to this event. Special thanks go to DEBRA Ireland and their wonderful team of patient and parent ambassadors for sharing their stories with us throughout the duration of our charity partnership as well as to our auctioneer George Candler for donating his services to professionally manage the bidding. We would also like to thank our CEO Martin Shanahan for kindly agreeing to MC the event, Declan Hamill for providing IT support and the CSR-S&S committee for their help and cooperation.