AN ENGLAND football shirt and a ball signed by soccer star Paul Gascoigne are among the lots at an auction raising funds for a Bournemouth school.

Restaurant dinners, a stay at a holiday let and professional surfing, knitting and golf lessons are part of an impressive collection of items donated to raise money for school trips and equipment at St Michael’s Primary School.

The school’s parent teacher association (PTA) is hosting the event at the Durley Dean Hotel on the West Cliff on Friday night but the bidding has started, with all lots available to view on the internet.

Kate Shaw, TA member, said: “We are thrilled to have had the support of so many local companies and individuals and have an amazing range of lots including a holiday let in the Purbecks and a bottle of House of Commons whisky signed by Prime Minister David Cameron.

“There’s a bit of a food theme with lots of meals on offer and there is also a unique opportunity to bid for dinner at an ex-BBC Masterchef contestant’s home, which should be quite a treat.”

The bidding has started online and will continue on the night from 7.30pm at the hotel on West Cliff Road with a bar and music to entertain on the night.

Among the guest auctioneers will be Conor Burns, the MP for Bournemouth West, Alderney and Branksome East.

Kate added: “We’re really grateful to have Paul Gascoigne’s support.”

To view and bid for lots before the event visit www.st michaelsauction.co.uk and to contribute email kateshaw@e2z.co.uk or call 07971 552224.