About the auction
At the end of The Hairy Highland Coo trail our aMOOzing sculptures will be auctioned to raise money for Children’s Hospices Across Scotland. For over thirty years CHAS has been offering a full family support service for babies, children and young people with life-shortening conditions. We’re committed to making sure that no matter how short their time together might be, it is a time filled with happiness and fun.
BIDDING IS NOW OPEN FOR THE HAIRY HIGHLAND COO TRAIL AUCTION!
Register for the auction using the button below!
Auction Details
Our exclusive auction will be held at Scone Palace on Thursday 26 September 2024. If you are interested in attending please email HayleySmith@chas.org.uk.
Would you like to attend our auction in person?
We have some last minute availability at our auction at Scone Palace. Join us for drinks and canapés on the palace lawn and then into the palace for a magical evening of fundraising hosted by auctioneer Alex Fleming. If you’d like to attend our auction please contact Project Manager Hayley Smith, HayleySmith@chas.org.uk.
We hope to see MOO there!
Hairy Highland Coo Trail Auction FAQ
Auction FAQ’s
When and where is the auction?
The auction will take place at Scone Place on 26th September. The auction starts at 7pm (prompt).
What size is the coo?
Each Large coo measures 1800 mm long, 900 mm wide and 1800 mm tall. The weight is 45 kg.
Each Medium coo measures approximately 600 mm tall.
What are the coos made from?
The coos are made from a mixture of class II fire retardant laminating resin and chopped roving fibreglass over an initial brushed – on layer of gel coat.
Is every sculpture unique?
Yes each sculpture has been created by a professional artist.
Where can I view the Auction Catalogue?
The Auction Catalogue is available to download (pdf) and via the online auction at https://coo.wildinartauctions.com/.
Can I preview the lots in person?
You can preview the auction lots at the Hairy Highland Coo Trail Farewell Event from 21-22nd September at Scone Palace. If you are interested in bidding at auction and would like to preview lots, please contact hayleysmith@chas.org.uk.
Who is the auctioneer?
The auctioneer is Alex Fleming.
How can I apply for tickets?
Please contact our Project Manager Hayley Smith, hayleysmith@chas.org.uk.
Who can attend?
All interested bidders aged 18+ are welcome to our auction. We hope to fill the auction room with people who are going to bid so that we can raise lots and lots of money for CHAS.
For families, or for people who are not able to bid but are interested in seeing the coos all together, we advise that our Farewell Event is more suitable.
How do I bid for a coo?
If your ticket application is successful and you wish to bid for a coo, you will need to complete the Bidder Registration Form. This will be sent to you. Please return your Bidder Registration Form to hayleysmith@chas.org.uk or bring it with you on the night along with your ID. This will make the process easier on the night and you will be allocated a paddle.
If you don’t plan to make a bid but change your mind on the night, that’s okay too! Please refer to our Guide for Bidders and Terms and Conditions for more information.
If I am bidding on the night, what ID do I need to bring with me?
You must bring one form of ID which must include government-issued photo identification. If this does not state your current address, proof of address will also be required.
Please see the Terms and Conditions at https://coo.wildinartauctions.com/for more information.
I can’t get to the auction, can I still bid?
Yes, you can bid online.
How do I bid online?
1. Before the Auction
You will need to create an online bidding account with Wild in Art and register for the Hairy Highland Coo Trail auction at https://coo.wildinartauctions.com/.
You can have a look through the auction lots and choose the coo that you would like to bid on.
Participating in the auction online is easy. Make sure you are registered and approved to bid in advance so that you are ready to go.
If you would like to place an online bid for in advance, just enter the maximum amount you would be happy to pay for the lot. Your bid will be automatically executed for you as other bidders bid against you. You will be notified by email if your bid is outbid. If you want to increase your bid just enter your new bid and click the bid button.
Bids placed online in advance of the auction will then be executed on the night as part of the live auction so don’t forget to log in and watch the action on the night. If you are outbid by a bidder in the room, you will be able to increase you online bid as part of the live bidding on the night.
2. During the Live Auction
Make sure you are logged in and ready to go before the auction starts.
When the auction starts you will be able to see a live stream of the auctioneer selling the lots as well as seeing a real-time feed of the current bid. When your lot comes up online, get ready to click the bid button! Auctions are fast paced so make sure you don’t miss out.
Will I pay VAT or commission on top of the hammer price?
No commission is added to the hammer price. Check with your finance team about VAT
Is my successful bid gift aid-able?
No, it is not gift aid-able.
How much will the coo be sold for?
There is no way of knowing how much each sculpture will achieve. However, if you are saving up for a coo, based on previous similar trails, we expect (and hope) them to sell for £ 3000 and upwards.
If I’m successful, how can I pay for my coo?
CHAS will raise invoices for each successful Bid at the end of the Auction and these will be sent to the successful Bidders by hand/email. The invoice will show the Hammer Price to be to be paid, and identify the Lot purchased.
We will have the facility to take payment on the night using all major debit and credit cards.
Please see the Terms and Conditions for more information at https://coo.wildinartauctions.com/.
If I’m successful, how will I get my coo home?
All coos must be collected or delivered by IDK Global Logistics.
If you would like to collect your coo, you can do so after the auction – please email us at cootrail@chas.org.uk to book a time slot
You can arrange delivery via our shipping partner IDK Global Logistics. The team will be available on the night to confirm delivery costs and take bookings.
Can I buy a plinth for my coo?
A small selection of indoor wooden plinths and external concrete plinths are available – price from £ 100 plus delivery (extra for concrete).
Will my coo be insured?
All lots are covered by Towergate insurance until your payment has cleared. Once payment is cleared our insurance will cease and you will become the owner of the coo and therefore responsible for any insurance cover.
Which charity will benefit from the auction proceeds?
Proceeds from the Hairy Highland Coo Trail auction will go to Children’s Hospices Across Scotland.
How will the money be used?
3 children die a week in Scotland of a life-shortening condition. It is our aim that nobody faces the death of their child alone.
Can I buy a blank coo sculpture?
Blank coo sculptures, both large and small, are not currently available to buy. This is to protect the value of the coo sculptures that will be auctioned to help raise funds for CHAS
Your donations create real change
Around 3 children die every week from a life-shortening condition, your donation will help us to support children and their families across Scotland. There are many ways in which you can donate to help our families, from regular monthly giving, leaving a gift in your will or by holding a fundraiser. If you’d like more information on different ways that you can donate please email support@chas.org.uk or make a donation online.
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