The 2010 Chalgrove Midsummer Ball
The 2010 Ball took place as usual in the grounds of The Manor, Chalgrove, on 19th June 2010. The theme of the event was Black and White, and the marquee was decorated accordingly, with a white lining and black swags, and black and white table decorations.
Many of our suppliers from 2008 have continued to support us, and we would like to thank (in no particular order!) The Red Lion (bar facilities), Complete Catering (food & waiting staff) Platform Soul (live music), Kingsmead (marquee), Steve Coward (Events Manager) and of course, the Jacques for allowing us to use the grounds of their house! We also welcomed a couple of new suppliers last year; Richer Sea photography provided a number of memorable images of the evening, and Boogie Nights Disco proved to be a great success in keeping the dance floor filled!
Below is a link to the 2010 photographs from Richer Sea; have a look...you may even recognise yourself! If you didn't make it to the 2010 Ball, then you can also use these photos to find out who went, and find out from them how good it was!
The 2010 Grand Auction and Raffle Prizes are displayed below - we will do our very best to get as good a selection of prizes in 2012.
Grand Auction Items!
These are just some of the items that have been donated that you could be bidding for at The Ball!
Remember, ALL proceeds from the Auction go directly to the Charities, so please bid generously! Click on the logos to go to the donor's websites.
(Please note that the list of items may be subject to change)
| Lot No. | Auction Item | Courtesy of |
| Lot 1 | 2 Corporate Hospitality tickets to Chelsea Football Club Watch the 2009 FA Cup winners Chelsea FC at their home ground, Stamford Bridge, and enjoy a great dining experience as part of this corporate hospitality experience, courtesy of Beacon Homeloans Ltd |
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| Lot 2 |
Sling Media
product "bundle" consisting of: 1 x Slingbox PRO - Sling Media's award winning Slingbox lets you watch and control your home TV through the Internet on your laptop or mobile phone, anywhere in the world. 1 x SlingCatcher - the SlingCatcher is a universal player for your TV. SlingCatcher's on-screen interface and remote control provide easy access to TV from your Slingbox, Internet video from your PC, or personal media from your USB hard drive. 1 x SlingLink TURBO - if your internet router is not near your TV, the SlingLink TURBO can help. It uses your existing home electrical system to connect your Slingbox and SlingCatcher to your Internet router. Note: The RRP for this bundle is £469.97 |
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| Lot 3 |
Virgin Balloon Flights
Experience
the magic of a hot air balloon flight, the oldest form of aviation.
This package is for two "7 day anytime plus" tickets and includes:
up to 4 hours ballooning experience, an hours flight, champagne
toast, certificate signed by Sir Richard Branson, choice of 100 |
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| Lot 4 |
Paintball Day for up to 80 People! 10 sets of 8 VIP Paintball Passes - A fantastic opportunity for a corporate or staff event, these 80 passes have a combined retail value of £2,000! Each individual set of VIP passes entitles 8 players (representing a team) to a full day of paintball action, free equipment hire, (excluding paintballs), the latest semi auto gun, free lunch, and access to over 100 sites across the UK with multiple mission scenarios and experienced safety referees. The Ministry of Paintball is regarded as the largest paintball company and an industry leader in customer service. NOTE: Passes are valid until 15th September 2010. |
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| Lot 5 | Autographed
Golf Memorabilia: A brand new Adidas white polo shirt, size 42/44 chest, signed by Spanish Ryder Cup golfer Sergio Garcia, and a brand new "Taylor Made" cap, signed by British Ryder Cup golfer Justin Rose |
Privately donated by Scott Lucas & Jo Varley |
| Lot 6 |
Champagne Dinner for Two A three-course dinner for two from the Table D'Hote Menu, plus a bottle of House Champagne, at The Restaurant in The Randolph Hotel, Oxford. |
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| Lot 7 | High
Ropes Activity Ideal for a group of friends, family, staff or corporate clients, this is an opportunity for 10 people to experience the exhilaration of a high and low ropes challenge course in Oxfordshire - click HERE for further details! |
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| Lot 8 |
2 tickets for the England European Championship 2012 versus Montenegro! The match takes place on Tuesday 12th October 2010 at the home of English Football - Wembley Stadium. Kick off at 20:00 |
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| Lot 9 |
British Superbikes
Tickets 2 VIP passes to the Silverstone British Superbike (BSB) showdown event on Sunday 26 September 2010. Includes 3 day entry, VIP hospitality with the HM Plant Honda team on race day, behind the scenes tour of the teams pit garages, & meet the riders! |
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| Lot 10 |
Hair Cut and Styling plus Beach Beauty Package Sit back and relax with a complimentary hair cut and styling, followed by a wonderful opportunity to pamper yourself with 1/2 leg wax, bikini line wax, under arm wax, eyelash tint, pedicure, and finished off with a file & paint for your fingernails - all ready for your holidays! |
DB Hair & Beauty Salon, Watlington. |
| Lot 11 |
Hampshire Cricket (Southampton) 4 Tickets, including parking, for a day's cricket at the iconic Rose Bowl, which holds 10,000 seats and is the home of Hampshire Cricket Club. |
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| Lot 12 |
Manchester United
Football Manchester United are one of the most successful football team of all times, with many League, FA, European, World Club and UEFA trophies to their name. This is an opportunity to own a football signed by the 2010 squad, (includes Wayne Rooney, Rio Ferdinand and Alex Ferguson), a certificate of authenticity, and a matching hologram. |
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| Lot 13 |
Record your own CD! Whether you want to create a demo to promote your musical career or some fun with friends or family, record your own CD using the latest equipment in the studios of The Vocal Booth, based in Chalgrove. After the two hour recording session your tracks will be professionally mixed and you will receive a CD of your work, and the CD case will have your photograph printed on the cover. |
Donated by The Vocal Booth |
| Lot 14 |
A Round of Golf (18 Holes - weekday only) for Two People A chance to play a round of golf at The Oxfordshire Golf Club. The Oxfordshire course was designed by world renowned architect Rees Jones and has hosted the Anderson Consulting World Matchplay, the English Ladies Open, and The Benson & Hedges International Open. |
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| Lot 15 | Fine
Dining at Le Manoir A 10 Course dinner for two at Raymond Blanc's world famous Le Manoir aux Quat' Saisons (including a tour of the kitchens!) |
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The 2010 Grand Raffle!
These are just some of the items that have been donated that you could win at The Ball!
Remember, ALL proceeds from the Raffle go directly to the Charities, so please buy as many tickets as you can!
(Please note that the list of items may be subject to change)
| Prize No. | Raffle Item | Donated By |
| 1st |
Dinner for two at The Red Lion A complimentary two-course dinner for two with a bottle of wine |
 The Red Lion |
| 2nd |
Jerome's Leisure Club, Oxford Thames Four Pillars Two 7-Day passes for the Jerome's Leisure Club at the Oxford Thames Four Pillars Hotel |
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| 3rd | Love
the Dogs at Oxford Greyhound Stadium
10 Trio
tickets for a fun night out for up to 10 friends and family.
Set around an illuminated
racing track, the stadium offers a fabulous glass-fronted
restaurant, trackside bars and fast food area. The tickets include:
free admission for 10 people, free race card (programme) and a free
bottle of either Carlsberg or Pepsi. Valid Tuesdays, Thursdays or
Saturdays. |
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| 4th | The Oxford
Belfry, Milton Common
Dinner for Two in the wonderful Rycote Restaurant within the
fabulous 19th century Oxford Belfry.
This fabulous offer is open until 31st December 2010. |
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| 5th |
Luxury Photographic Makeover Experience (London)
A free
makeover for two people which includes: Bucks Fizz reception; image
consultation; cleanse, tone, and moisturise; hand & nail beauty
treatments; make-up applied by a top professional; hair styling;
professional photo shoot with up to 5 of your outfits; digital
re-touching; and a free CD or 8” x 10” photo |
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| 6th | Two Adults
& Two Child Passes to the Cotswold Wildlife Park
& Gardens A great family day out set and in 160 acres of parkland and gardens, the park is home to mammals, birds, invertebrates and reptiles from all over the world, including lions, rhino’s, and Zebra. Younger visitors may also enjoy the narrow gauge railway, adventure playground and farmyard. |
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| 7th |
Windsor Racecourse Two complimentary Club Enclosure badges for Royal Windsor Racecourse valid until march 2011. The Club Enclosure has the prime position next to the winning post and has a dedicated big screen for all the racing action. With a ticket for this area you can access the Club, Grandstand and Silver Ring Enclosures, Centre of the Course and Paddock Lawn. The Parade Ring, Pre-Parade Ring and Winners Enclosure are close by and there is also a great choice of bars and three wonderful restaurants. |
 Forthcoming Event: May 3rd Family Fun Day! |
| 8th | Blenheim Palace,
Woodstock
One Day Family Admission into the Palace, Park and Gardens of |
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| 9th | Family Ticket for
a visit to the
National Trust at Upton House & Gardens, Banbury. Join the guests of Lord and Lady Bearsted and experience the weekend house party of a 1930s millionaire. Surrounded by the internationally important art and porcelain collections, hear and discover more about family life and join in the atmosphere of the party. See the red and silver art deco bathroom and get close to art works by El Greco, Stubbs and Bosch. The stunning gardens – being returned to their 1930s heyday – consist of a sweeping lawn, giving way to a series of terraces and herbaceous borders leading to a kitchen garden, tranquil water garden and the National Collection of Asters |
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| 10th | A
season ticket for two people to Waterperry Gardens Waterperry Gardens offers a comprehensive garden centre, arts and crafts gallery, rural museum, orchards, events, tranquil gardens and much much more. Enjoy the delights with a season ticket for two people. |
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| 11th |
Tiggywinkles, Haddenham
Learn about
this famous and unique hospital with 4 tickets to the Tiggy Winkles
Visitor Centre. Family and friends can enjoy learning about all
forms of British Wildlife, see the hedgehog habitat, the badger
enclosure, deer paddock, butterfly garden, dovecote, garden for
disabled mammals and much more! |
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| 12th |
Complimentary MOT Keep your car legal with this complimentary MOT test voucher, valid for 12 months from the date of the Ball. |
John Boyd Motor Repairs Ltd., Chalgrove |
| 13th | 2 x
A4 Photo Prints Two top quality A4 Photographic Prints, provided by an independent photographer (who will be present at the Ball) |
Richer Sea Photography |
| 14th | A
personalised candle A free-formed water-cast candle, standing 9" tall, made to order. Choose your own colour and scent! |
Anthea Dudley, RATHER REMARKABLE CANDLES |
| 15th |
Salter's Steamers Two tickets for Salter's Steamers Thames Passenger Boat Services. Salter's Steamers have been taking passengers through some of the most famous and beautiful scenery that the River Thames has to offer for over 150 years. There’s no better way of enjoying the panorama than from the deck of a traditional passenger boat. |
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| 16th |
Crystal Candlestick A beautiful crystal candlestick kindly donated by Glynn Leaney, Independent Financial Advisor, of GL Consultancy, Chalgrove |
GL CONSULTANCY |
| 17th | England
Football Legends A picture montage of "England Football Legends through the Ages", personally signed by Sir Tom Finney OBE and Nat Lofthouse OBE |
 sponsoryourevent.com |