St Michael's School Fair and Silent Auction

12/06/2026

Come to St Michael's School, Aldbourne for the Fair. Beautiful dinnertime steak burgers and sumptuous sausages! A bar! Cake stalls! Kids tattoos! And performances...

07/01/2026

💛 Thank you, thank you, thank you! 💛

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who supported our silent auction. Every donation, every bid, big or small, truly added up to something amazing.

Thank you to those who donated prizes, placed bids, shared the link, encouraged others to get involved, and helped collect items behind the scenes. It all mattered, and it all made a difference.

What a brilliant community effort, we couldn’t have done it without you. 💫

Thank you everyone for your fantastic donations, for sharing, for bidding and for supporting the St Michael's Aldbourne PTA Silent Auction!
A Merry Christmas to you all.

06/01/2026

A little late, but Happy New Year to one and all, and thanks for the support for St Michael's School, Aldbourne.
All the best!

23/12/2025

🎄✨ 'Twas the-night-before-the-night-before Christmas, and the countryside is a buzz of excitement as we embark on a last-minute dash to gather our nearest and dearest. Amidst the joyful chaos, remember to steal a moment for yourself with your family. So put your feet up, indulge in a delightful mince pie from Aldbourne Post Office Café & Deli, and gather the family together for a cosy movie night.

Here's a list of fabulous family films to add a sprinkle of magic to your Christmas Eve's Eve:
"Elf" (2003) - A modern classic that will have the whole family in stitches.
"The Polar Express" (2004) - Embark on a magical train journey to the North Pole.
"Home Alone" (1990) - Join Kevin McCallister for some hilarious holiday antics.
"The Grinch" (2000) - Dr. Seuss's beloved tale brought to life in a heartwarming way.
"It's a Wonderful Life" (1946) - A timeless classic that celebrates the true spirit of Christmas

23/12/2025

All the lots have very nearly been settled up, and soon it will be time for our long winter's nap. What are your plans for Christmas?

19/12/2025

Thank you everyone for your fantastic donations, for sharing, for bidding and for supporting the St Michael's Aldbourne PTA Silent Auction!
A Merry Christmas to you all.

19/12/2025

A huge thank you to the James Dyson Foundation for donating this absolutely standout prize, the Dyson V15 Extra Cordless Vacuum Cleaner ✨

This is one of those lots that makes everyday life noticeably better. The Dyson V15 Extra is powerful, clever and beautifully designed, tackling everything from pet hair to deep-down dust with ease, and giving real-time proof of a proper clean. With up to 60 minutes of fade-free suction and a full suite of tools, it’s a genuine game-changer for busy homes.

If you miss out on this auction lot, the James Dyson Foundation does incredible work supporting the next generation of engineers through hands-on learning, creativity and problem-solving. We’re so grateful for their generosity and for donating such a high-value, much-loved item to support our school silent auction.

https://app.galabid.com/christmas-2025/items/31840b22-c150-4440-8535-581656b11e19

19/12/2025

Carols this evening 😍 wrap up warm ❄️🎄

If you’re popping down for Carols on the Green this evening at 6.30pm, why not call in to The Blue Boar beforehand? 🎄

Warm up with a glass of mulled wine and a mince pie, and pick up one of our Memory Baubles to hang on our tree in support of Prospect Hospice.

Let’s start the festive weekend together, right in the heart of the village ❤️

🎶🍷🎄

18/12/2025

A big thank you to Savernake Dental Practice for generously donating this brilliant Professional Tooth Whitening prize ✨

This is a lovely opportunity to start the new year with a brighter, whiter smile. Savernake Dentistry’s professional whitening is a safe, gentle treatment using custom-made trays and specialist whitening gels, carried out over three appointments. The results are natural, confidence-boosting and designed to leave teeth looking cleaner, brighter and more youthful.

If you miss out on this lot, Savernake Dentistry offers a wide range of high-quality dental treatments and cosmetic services all year round, plus they are taking on Private Patients. We’re so grateful to them for supporting our school silent auction with such a thoughtful and confidence-lifting donation.

https://app.galabid.com/christmas-2025/items/b141b264-9b11-41fb-a2b4-c6bae13a25ad

18/12/2025

A huge thank you to T H WHITE Country Store & Garden Machinery- Marlborough for generously donating this fantastic Round of Golf for Four at Bowood Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort ⛳️

Bowood is something really special. Designed by Dave Thomas and widely regarded as the finest course in Wiltshire, it’s a beautiful 18-hole championship course set among sweeping valleys, streams and woodland on the Bowood Estate. Challenging, calm and utterly stunning, it’s a treat whether you’re a regular golfer or just love a great day out.

If you miss this lot, Bowood offers brilliant golf experiences and top-class facilities all year round. We’re incredibly grateful to T H WHITE Country Store & Garden Machinery- Marlborough for supporting our school auction with such a standout prize.

https://app.galabid.com/christmas-2025/items/ab2e8686-dfac-4c7b-b70b-aee2f091db13