Make a bid to build a wall

A walling course is up for bids in the annual long-distance auction organised by the Yorkshire branch of the Farm Crisis Network – along with an introduction to hunting; a ride on a lama; a set of horseshoes, plus fitting; a breeding pair of rare ducks; courses in stick-making, hedge-laying, sheepdog training, bee-keeping and alpaca care; a ride on a combine harvester; two tickets for one of Yorkshire's Pro 40 one-day cricket matches; and a "slave for a day". The Yorkshire contribution to the FCN's Christmas effort has become a tradition with a national following. Bids can be submitted by email to [email protected] or by post to FCN Yorkshire Silent Auction, Keepers Cottage, West Tanfield, Ripon HG4 5LE. The catalogue, with guide prices, can be viewed at www.fcn.org.uk or requested by calling 01677 470180.

CW 27/11/10