Last Friday saw former players from across the world come together for the fantastic Falcons Legends game at Kingston Park Stadium.

At the centre of the game was a drive to raise funds for three causes close to the heart of the rugby community; the Falcons Community Foundation, Wooden Spoon and the Bill McLaren Foundation.

Part of those fund raising efforts is a special silent auction, with prizes still available to bid for until 5pm on Friday.

Read on for details of the prizes available and email any bids to andy.buist@newcastle-falcons.co.uk before 5pm on Friday, 9th October.
Prizes

– **Bill McLaren’s Big Sheet – 1991 Rugby World Cup Final (Reserve £2,500)**

Bill McLaren, the renowned Voice of Rugby for 50 years believed in preparation, preparation, preparation! He’d spend 40 hours in the week leading to each game preparing his famous big sheet -usually containing around 1000 facts about the teams, their playing record against each other and any special fact that no one other than Bill would know. He loved research and was the “go to person” before computer records became the norm. He was using cut and paste techniques with sellotape -the leading edge technology of his day, cutting info from his last sheet in to his new sheet for the next game. This 1991 RWC final sheet has some of the great players of that era from England and Australia and is a fine example of his work. The 1991 final played at Twickenham was the first RWC in the Northern Hemisphere and was between 2 powerful sides in Australia and England, with Australia just sneaking it in the end. This wonderful piece of sporting memorabilia has been embellished by some photos of the game including a photo of Nick Farr-Jones the captain and David Campese lifting in triumph the William Webb Ellis trophy. This is a limited edition sheet and a “must” for sports memorabilia collectors. This limited edition Big Sheet will be signed by Nick Farr-Jones & Michael Lynagh.

– **Exclusive VIP Hospitality for Ten in the Bill McLaren Lounge, Scotland vs England Saturday 6 February 2016 (Reserve £5,000)**

The world’s oldest rugby international returns to the city where it all began in 1871 with the battle for the Calcutta Cup. Join us in The Bill McLaren Lounge at the heart of Scottish Rugby, and soak up the electrifying atmosphere. Broadcaster, Caroline Henderson will be joined by special guests and throughout the pre-match build up there will be interactive Q&A’s with past and present rugby stars. You can also expect a few surprises along the way making this a truly memorable day. Your full day VIP Hospitality package includes: Gold match ticket within the west stand, An arrival drink, Interactive Q&A with past and present rugby stars, Fully inclusive bar pre and post-match served by dedicated drinks hostess, Fine wines chosen by our sommelier to complement your meal, Three course, pre-match, fine dining lunch, Hearty post-match pies, Official commemorative menu booklet, Complimentary match programme.

– **One Night Stay For Two Guests at No Man’s Fort (Reserve £900)**

No Man’s Fort, an inspiring private island in the Solent, 1.4 miles from the Isle of Wight offers an unrivalled and unique experience. Boasting its own Lighthouse with spectacular views across the Solent and with four floors packed with a variety of amazing facilities – No Man’s Fort is a unique venue that’s sure to fire people with enthusiasm and leave them with unforgettable memories. Enjoy one night in a stunning suite for two guests. This fantastic prize includes return boat transfers, an arrival drink, a guided tour of the venue, buffet lunch, four course dinner and cooked breakfast the following day. Package is available from Monday – Thursday subject to availability, maximum occupancy of two adults per room, excludes Christmas, New Year and selected dates throughout the year. Voucher is valid for one year after purchase.

– **Castle Stuart Golf Break for Four (Reserve £1,500)**

Play the Scottish Open course in style with this golf break for four. As Turnberry is to Ayrshire and Gleneagles is to Perthshire, Castle Stuart has been conceived to be for the Highlands – a beacon reaching out to golfers throughout the world. Castle Stuart Golf Links is a championship links course overlooking the Moray Firth and well-known landmarks synonymous with Inverness and the Black Isle. You plus three guests will play two rounds of golf and stay in a luxury lodge on the course itself for two nights. This package is based on single room occupancy of four people. For extra guests staying or playing golf please contact Castle Stuart direct as there will be a charge.

– **Ultimate Junior Falcon Package (Reserve £300)**

Training session with at least five players on the 3G pitch at Kingston Park for your team or school. The group will then run out with the team at a game of your choice, complete with a signed and framed photograph (max. 15 players).

– **Legends Shirt Set (Reserve £250)**

A signed set of replica Legends shirts, one from each team signed by the complete squads from Friday night’s fantastic game.

– **Legends Prints (Reserve £50 each)**

Unique signed Falcons Legends paintings of Jamie Noon, Matt Burke and Rob Andrew.

– **Westbury Hotel Break and NUFC Hospitality (Reserve £600)**

Two nights’ stay for two people at the 5* Westbury hotel in Mayfair, London plus dinner on one night (both of the two restaurants at the hotel are Michelin starred) plus two tickets to Chelsea v Newcastle on Saturday 13th Feb 2016. No travel included.

– **Signed NUFC Shirt (Reserve £50)**

Newcastle United shirt signed by Stephen Taylor.

For more information or to bid on any of these items please email andy.buist@newcastle-falcons.co.uk before 5pm on Friday.

Meanwhile the winning Foundation Flutter numbers from last Friday’s game were:

– Hospitality at the Falcons’ next home game 0006
– A 4 ball of golf at Matfen Hall 2672
– Signed replica Legends shirts 0171
– Afternoon tea for two at Close House(claimed) 1981

If you have the winning ticket for any of these prizes please contact Emily O’Connor on emily.oconnor@newcastle-falcons.co.uk