Auction

The legacy of Light the North will continue as the sculptures take centre stage at the auction to raise funds for Clan Cancer Support.

Monday 1st November

6pm - 10pm

Thainstone Exchange, ANM Group, Inverurie

The unmissable Light the North Lighthouse Trail Auction is the finale to the spectacular summer-long art trail enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of residents and visitors to Aberdeen City, Aberdeenshire, Moray, Orkney and Shetland.

This is now your only chance to buy a piece of Clan’s unforgettable Lighthouse Trail, and own a unique work of art - whether for your home, garden or business. As well as becoming a very proud owner of something truly special you will be directly benefiting Clan Cancer Support. The help you provide will make a real positive difference to the lives of those trying to live with, and beyond, their or their loved ones cancer diagnosis in our local area. Thank you for your support.

If you’re unable to attend the auction in person, you can register to bid online. You will be able to watch a live stream of the auction and place your bids during this truly one of a kind experience.

Whether we welcome you to the event in person, or you participate online, we wish you good luck and successful bidding!

Auction Terms and Conditions

Which lighthouses are being sold at auction?: There will be 50 lighthouse sculptures and 8 little lighthouse sculptures to bid for during the evening.

Where and when can I view the lighthouses?: People interested in bidding on a lighthouse are encouraged to come along to the Farewell Weekend event to see the artwork up-close.

What are the lighthouses made of and how heavy are they?: The lighthouses are made of fire-resistant fibreglass. Each lighthouse is approximately 2.5m tall, 75cm wide at the base, and weigh approximately 50kg.Each lighthouse is sold as seen.

What is the guide price?: While it is difficult to assess the likely amount that any sculpture may sell for, we believe a bid in excess of £3,000 should secure a sculpture. However, prices realised could be higher and we expect many sculptures to sell for considerably more.

Can I bid online?: Yes, there will be an online auction, where you can register as an online bidder.More information on this will follow. If you are interested in bidding online, please note your interest using the above form.

Can I bid over the phone?: No, bids can’t be placed over the phone however you can place a bid in advance through the online bidding.

How many sculptures can I bid on?: There is no limit on the number of sculptures you can bid on or purchase.

Will you be accepting proxy bids?: Yes, please contact us on lighthousekeeper@clancancersupport.org or call 01224 647000 for more information.

How do I pay if I win?: If attending the auction in-person, you can pay in cash, cheque, credit or debit card.If bidding online, we will contact you to arrange payment.

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