Grab a fabulous bargain in the Catfest auction!

Many readers will be familiar with the amazing fund-raising work done by industry trainer Julian O’Dell and his late wife, Cat.

Julian continues to tirelessly raise money for Action Against Cancer with many acitvities linked to the annual ‘Catfest’, a mammoth event that takes place at Julian’s home near Milton Keynes.

A feature of the event is a charity auction which always offers really amazing lots. Here are some on offer for Catfest 2023 which takes place next weekend.

One week’s stay in a magnificent 4 bedroom villa at Martinhal Quinta in Quinta Da Lago, Portugal. 20 minutes from Faro airport. Any time next year excluding May.

You pay for your flights and then kick back for an incredible week of rest and relaxation! The villa sleeps 8 and all bedrooms are en suite.

It has its own private garden and swimming pool. Perfect for a family holiday or a group of golfers or tennis players, Quinta do Lago has 5 golf courses as well as mini-golf for children and Vale do Lobo and Vilamoura are nearby. More information about the Martinhal Quinta resort can be found on their website

Bidding for this will take place in the evening at Catfest but you can email a book bid to Julian: julianodell@live.co.uk

Also up for grabs via Ebay (auctions ending next Sunday) are some guitars signed by famous musicians:

Sir Brian May’s signed Epiphone – a must for Queen fans.