After a summer of swan spotting our giant colourful sculptures will go to auction and help raise funds for the Mayor’s Charities and a future similar project. The Swan Trail Auction will present a unique opportunity to bid for one of the ten swans. Bidding will be taking place online and in person, using social media and the Town Council website. So, if you would like to own one of the fantastic swans that flocked to town this year as part of the Buckingham Swan Trail, find out how you can take part in our Swan Trail Auction below!
How to view and make a bid on the Swans
The Swan Trail Auction bidding extravaganza begins on Monday 23rd October from 12 noon and will close on Sunday 5th November at 11:59pm. All the swans can be previewed while they go on display in the Old Gaol Museum from Monday 23rd October until Friday 3rd November. The Buckingham Old Gaol Museum is open daily from Monday to Saturday 10am until 4pm. Please note there will be free access to see the swans exhibited in the courtyard only, usual admission fees to the Museum applies.
You may bid online, in person and by phone. Use the forms below to bid online for your favourite swan. Highest bid wins! To bid in person, enter your details onto one of the bidding sheets supplied at the Buckingham Tourist Information Centre inside the Old Gaol. Please write clearly! Our friendly team will be on hand to answer any questions. You may also bid by phone, please contact the Buckingham Town Council office on 01280 816 426.
Artist: Designed by Sarah Jenkins and painted by Buckingham Primary School
Sponsor: Buckingham Town Council
Description: the sculpture is made out of a mix of marine ply and recycled material. Approx. size is 125cm by 130cm. The Gaol Bird needs some TLC after being outside all summer long. Previewing is recommended.
Swan #1 The Gaol Bird
Enter your blind bid here for a chance to win Swan #1 The Gaol Bird
Artist: Buckingham Youth Centre
Sponsor: National Trust, Buckingham Chantry Chapel
Description: the sculpture is made out of a mix of marine ply and recycled material. Approx. size is 125cm by 130cm. This sculpture is in good condition although previewing is recommended.
Swan #2 Kindness
Enter your blind bid here for a chance to win Swan #2 Kindness
Artist: Jill Blakey Art
Sponsor: The Grand Junction, Buckingham
Description: the sculpture is made out of a mix of marine ply and recycled material. Approx. size is 125cm by 130cm. Although this sculpture is in particularly good condition, previewing is recommended.
Swan #3 Honk-a Doodle-do
Enter your blind bid here for a chance to win Swan #3 Honk-a Doodle-do
Artist: Little Magpie Art
Sponsor: Florence Nightingale Hospice Charity
Description: the sculpture is very heavy and made completely of marine ply. Approx. size is 125cm by 130cm. Although this sculpture is in extremely good condition previewing is recommended.
Swan #4 Khaya
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Artist: Padbury CE School
Sponsor: Thrive Chiropractic & Health Clinic
Description: the sculpture is made out of a mix of marine ply and recycled material. Approx. size is 125cm by 130cm. This sculpture needs some TLC after being outside all summer long. Previewing is recommended.
Swan #5 Waddles
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Artist: Rashmi Sanders
Sponsor: Gilroy Steel Solicitors
Description: the sculpture is made out of a mix of marine ply and recycled material. Approx. size is 125cm by 130cm. Although this sculpture is in particularly good condition, previewing is recommended.
Swan #6 Zen Seeta
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Artist: Ashley King Illustration
Sponsor: The Buckingham Society
Description: the sculpture is made out of a mix of marine ply and recycled material. Approx. size is 125cm by 130cm. Although this sculpture is in extremely good condition previewing is recommended.
Swan #7 The Lord of the Wings
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Artist: George Grenville Academy
Sponsor: Buckingham Ford
Description: the sculpture is made out of a mix of marine ply and recycled material. Approx. size is 125cm by 130cm. This sculpture needs some TLC after being outside all summer long. Previewing is recommended.
Swan #8 The Coronat-swan
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Artist: Beachborough Art Club
Sponsor: Beachborough School
Description: the sculpture is made out of a mix of marine ply and recycled material. Approx. size is 125cm by 130cm. This sculpture needs a lot of TLC after being outside all summer long. Previewing is recommended.
Swan #9 Queenie
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Artist: Lace Hill Academy
Sponsor: Heritage & Sons, CPJ Field
Description: the sculpture is made out of a mix of marine ply and recycled material. Approx. size is 125cm by 130cm. This sculpture needs a lot of TLC after being outside all summer long. Previewing is recommended.
Swan #10 Blossom
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