A Celebration of Craft hosted by Viscount Linley
The Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust (QEST) is delighted to announce our inaugural a fundraising dinner to
raise funds to help QEST in their aim of sustaining British heritage through excellence in craftsmanship.
The Cause
QEST funds the education of talented craftspeople through traditional college courses, apprenticeships or oneto-one training with master craftsmen. The charity was established by the Royal Warrant Holders Association in
1990, in celebration of Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mothers 90th birthday in order to maintain traditional craft
skills that are so vital to Britain’s heritage.
With Her Majesty’s Patronage officially commencing in 2016, and both Viscount Linley and Lord Salisbury
joining QEST as Vice Patrons, we will be kicking off what is set to be a very exciting year for QEST with a
fundraising dinner hosted by Viscount Linley on February 25 th 2016.
The Event
The V&A Museum, the world’s leading museum for art, design and craftsmanship, has been chosen for the
venue and 400 guests will be attending this celebration of British craft. Cocktails will commence the evening in
the setting of The Dome and dinner will be held in The Raphael Gallery. A range of our scholars from
stonemasons to saddlers, stained glass makers to armourers, cordwainers to luthiers and a host of other
extraordinary craftspeople will be demonstrating their skills throughout the evening.
The Auction
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The opportunity to have The Queen’s rowbarge, Gloriana, row the winning bidder and 20 guests down
the Thames.
A one of a kind replica of the celebratory 90 th Birthday fine writing Parker Pen gifted to Her Majesty
The Queen
Luxury Mulberry Luggage Trunk and handbags
A luxury champagne getaway…and many more fantastic items!
Tables
Tables are priced at £5K for 10 people.
We hope that you will join us for what is set to be a fantastic evening!
Please contact Alanna.fisher@qest.org.uk for table sales and information