Date & Time
Friday 20th March 2026,
7.30pm
Venue
Bourne Corn Exchange
Time
Doors open 6.45pm,
event starts 7.30pm
Price
£2 per ticket
AUCTION
Auction of Promises
A group of enthusiastic volunteers has come together to create a marvellous Auction of Promises,
the aim of which is to fundraise for the Old Town Hall Regeneration Project.
Bourne Town Hall Trust is very grateful for the time and energy given to create this wonderful event,
you will be amazed at the astonishing Promises they have collected!
Details of all Auction Lots and Lucky Dip prizes can be found below.
Keep coming back as we add more in the run up to the Auction on 20th March 2026!
Remember to secure your ticket to Bourne’s most exciting Spring event by clicking the ‘Book Now’ link below.
Or if you can’t be there in person, send us your bid via this online form!
The event is kindly sponsored by Probus Construction Ltd.
List of Auction Promises
In this section, you will find the Promises which will be up for auction at our evening event,
with bidding being managed by experienced auctioneer Stephen Knipe.
LOT 1
Guitar Lessons
David Bailey, guitarist with local bands Totally Anchored and Side by Side offers guitar lessons: 3x30 minutes or 2x50 minutes.
LOT 7
Walking Tour - the Torpel Way
Walking the Torpel Way, Peterborough to Stamford, guided by Eric King, for up to three people
LOT 13
Artwork by Graham Underhill
Artwork by Graham Underhill, local professional artist
LOT 19
Tour of Flag Fen Archaeological site
Guided tour of Flag Fen Archaeological site by Malcolm Scriven: tickets provided for two people.
LOT 25
Tooth Whitening Session
One tooth whitening session by Bourne Dental Practice.
LOT 31
Craig Revel Horwood Meet & Greet
Craig Revell-Horwood: meet and greet at Stamford Corn Exchange 2026
LOT 37
Two Tickets for Tolethorpe
Two tickets for the 2026 season at Stamford Shakespeare Company, for a play of your choice
LOT 43
Tickets to see
Peter Kay
Two VIP tickets to see Peter Kay live at the O2 in August 2026
LOT 2
Singing with Strictly Come Dancing Singer
One hour singing lesson and Q&A, face to face locally with Hayley Sanderson, singer with Strictly Come Dancing Band
LOT 8
Personal Training
Five 1xhour sessions of personal training with Richard Godsell at Universal Gym, Cherry Holt Road.
LOT 14
Papercutting Masterclass
Rowena Roberts: Paper cut masterclass.
LOT 20
Tour of Warners Printers
Guided tour of Warners Printers by Michael Warner
LOT 26
Reflexology Sessions
Two Reflexology treatments, including consultation.
LOT 32
Anton Du Beke
Meet & Greet
Two tickets, with meet and greet, to Anton's new tour this December. Venue and dates to be confirmed and subject to availability
LOT 38
Travis Perkins - metal wheelbarrow
LOT 44
Eve Marshall, artisan felter
Eve Marshall, artisan felter, offers a voucher towards a private half day with her at Aslackby, or towards a workshop at Barnsdale
LOT 3
Pennyless Acoustic Performance in your own home
Pennyless offer two 30 min sets of acoustic music in your own home; original folk, Celtic influences and a sprinkle of Medieval magic.
LOT 9
Universal Gym Membership
Universal Gym: three months' gym and class membership.
LOT 15
Papercut Art of Bourne's Old Town Hall
Paper cut-out of Bourne's Old Town Hall by Rowena Roberts.
LOT 21
Wicked in London's West End - 2 Tickets
Two tickets for ‘Wicked’ in London’s West End at the Apollo Theatre.
LOT 27
Yoga Classes
Anna Fornal offers a term of yoga at one of her classes.
LOT 33
A guided walk at Rutland Water with a former Rutland Osprey Project Officer
A relaxed walk to the purpose-built osprey watching hide, enjoying other wildlife along the way. Taking 2-3 hours with short, easy distances between hides.
LOT 39
Worth-themed Afternoon Tea
Jenni Ashworth as Marie Worth (wife to the famous fashion designer Charles Worth from Bourne) offers afternoon tea for 4 in Kirkby Underwood
LOT 45
Stoke Rochford Golf Club
An 18 hole round of golf for 4 people including bacon rolls and coffee - Stoke Rochford Golf Club
LOT 4
Toft Golf Club
An 18 hole round of golf for 4 people on any weekday, subject to booking the tee time at Toft Golf Club
LOT 10
Bourne FC Season Ticket
Season ticket for 2026/7 Bourne Town Football Club
LOT 16
Macrame Lesson
A beginners' Macrame lesson, with materials, for a small group, 6 people maximum. Taking away at least 2 finished items each.
LOT 22
The Gondoliers in Cambridge - 2 Tickets
Two tickets for Gilbert & Sullivan's The Gondoliers by the English Touring Opera at Cambridge Arts Theatre
LOT 28
Cherryholt Mobility - wheelchair
LOT 34
'Give Me The Night' A Tribute to George Benson - New Theatre, Peterborough
Two tickets for ‘Give Me The Night’ A Tribute to George Benson at Peterborough’s New Theatre.
LOT 40
Walking Tour with Steven Giullari
Walking guided history tour of Bourne for 4 people, by the Bourne History Guy, Steven Giullari
LOT 46
Bourne Outdoor Pool
A Family Day ticket for Bourne Outdoor Pool, 2026 season.
LOT 5
Dance with Strictly Come Dancing Choreographer
One Hour Dance lesson on Zoom, with Jenny Thomas, Strictly Come Dancing choreographer (group size unrestricted, all must be able to see the screen)
LOT 11
Burghley Park Golf Club
An 18 hole round of golf for 4 people on any weekday, subject to booking the tee time - Burghley Park Golf Club
LOT 17
Handmade Memory Bear
Angie Free will make you a memory bear from clothing worn by a loved one who is no longer with us. These are very high quality fabric bears which stand about 45 cm tall. A truly beautiful keepsake and heirloom.
LOT 23
Kerry Unwin Photo Shoot
Kerry Unwin photo shoot.
LOT 29
Dogsitting Service
An experienced dogsitter offers a day of looking after your dog in her home. Subject to a successful introductory meeting. Overnight stay not included.
LOT 35
ReNu
ReNu offers a bag of sample products and gym membership for two for a week
LOT 41
Jewellery Making Course
Beginners' jewellery making course for 4 people
LOT 6
Fly Fishing Experience
Fly fishing experience with Andy Briggs at Stowe Fly Fishing Club's exclusive lake within 6 miles of Bourne. All equipment provided.
LOT 12
Artwork by Liz Underhill
Artwork by Liz Underhill, local professional artist
LOT 18
Tour of Spalding Energy Site
Guided tour of Spalding Energy Site, for up to 10 people
LOT 24
Tooth Whitening Session
One tooth whitening session by Bourne Dental Practice.
LOT 30
Waterford Crystal Decanter
Waterford Crystal Decanter ‘Elegance', currently retailing at £172 at John Lewis
LOT 36
Singing or Piano Lesson
Lesley Cullen offers a singing or piano lesson.
LOT 42
Will Writing
Writing of a basic Will by Liberty Estate Planning