Dame Judi Dench is encouraging the public to get involved in a special charity auction

By: Anders Frejdh

Published:
2026-03-17

Dame Judi Dench, York Against Cancer, auction, charity

The “Quintessentially Bond” auction is raising funds for York Against Cancer and is being run through MovieManiaOnline. Each year they sell a series of lots where 100% of the hammer price, plus the buyer’s premium, are donated to a charity. This year’s auction, which opened on 8th March 2026 at 1pm GMT and closes on Sunday 22 March 2026 at 1pm GMT, features more than 25 lots of James Bond memorabilia and experiences.

Bidders can get the chance to climb London’s O2 Arena like Pierce Brosnan in The World Is Not Enough (1999), ride in an Aston Martin as seen in Goldfinger (1964), or take home original props and artefacts from the iconic films.

Dame Judi Dench is helping promote the auction and encourage fans to get involved. The Oscar-winning actress, who was born in York and is a proud patron of York Against Cancer, portrayed M in seven Bond films from 1995 to 2012.

York Against Cancer said in an official statement: “We’re incredibly grateful to MovieManiaOnline for choosing to support us with their Charity Auction this year, and to Dame Judi Dench for sharing her support for this brilliant event. We’re honoured to have Dame Judi Dench as our Charity patron, and are thrilled to be partnering with MovieManiaOnline on such a fantastic and poignant theme.”

Andy Simpson, founder of MovieManiaOnline, said: “James Bond is a legacy that has undoubtedly stood the test of time. We are honoured to be hosting this fascinating auction, which will not only provide an insight into the revolutionary filmmaking of Bond but will raise funds for York Against Cancer, who’s pioneering work is absolutely crucial in supporting those in North & East Yorkshire.”

For Your Eyes Only, crossbow, MovieMania, auction

For Your Eyes Only, crossbow, MovieMania, auction

James Bond lots in Quintessentially Bond: The Charity Auction

• A Bond-Style Evening Dining Experience at Bettys York — Regular price: £75
• A Ride in a Replica Aston Martin DB5 — Regular price: £50
• A Tactical Helicopter Flying Lesson — Regular price: £75
• A Three Course Lunch at Gordon Ramsay’s Savoy Grill & A View from The Shard — Regular price: £300
• Casino Royale (2006) - A Production used Storyboard Copy Bundle — Regular price: £300
• Casino Royale (2006) - A Royal Film Performance Programme — Regular price: £50
• Casino Royale (2006) - Joseph Millson as ‘Carter’ - A Signed Still — Regular price: £20
• Climb London’s O2 - A Ticket for Two — Regular price: £75
• Diamonds Are Forever (1971) - A Casino Playing Card used during the Filming — Regular price: £210
• Die Another Day (2002) - Moneypenny (Samantha Bond) - A Framed MI6 Letter Section & Still — Regular price: £25
• Dr. No (1962) - Numbered Edition Official Prop Replica Casino Plaques — Regular price: £50
• For Your Eyes Only (1981) - A Crossbow Bolt Head used in the Film. From the Collection of Martin Grace; Roger Moore’s Stunt Double — Regular price: £175
• For Your Eyes Only (1981) - Two Carabiner Clips used by Roger Moore’s Stunt Double — Regular price: £350
• Guy Hamilton - Legendary James Bond Director - An Autographed Still — Regular price: £30
• Moonraker (1979) - A Framed Print Signed by Anne Lonnberg as the Museum Guide — Regular price: £50
• Moonraker (1979) - Blanche Ravalec as ‘Dolly’ - A Signed & Inscribed Still — Regular price: £20
• No Time To Die (2021) - A “Full Fat” Schedule With Corresponding Production Photographs — Regular price: £150
• No Time To Die (2021) - Framed Concept Art for Safin’s Island — Regular price: £100
• No Time To Die (2021) - Framed Concept Art for Safin’s Island — Regular price: £100
• No Time To Die (2021) - Promotional Luggage Tag & Phone Card Wallet — Regular price £10
• Octopussy (1983) - A Prop Rupee Banknote from the Film — Regular price: £30
• On Her Majesty’s Secret Service (1969) - A George Lazenby Signed Still — Regular price: £75
• Quantum of Solace (2008) - Wallpaper from the Set — Regular price: £150
• Skyfall (2012) Ben Whishaw as ‘Q’ - A Signed Colour Still — Regular price: £15
• Spectre (2015) - A World Premiere Programme — Regular price: £100
• The Man with the Golden Gun (1974) - A Licensed 1:1 Scale Replica Bullet — Regular price: £80
• The Man With The Golden Gun (1974) - A Limited Edition Replica Movie Prop Golden Gun & Autograph Display — Regular price: £400
• The Man With The Golden Gun (1974) - An Officially Licensed 1:2 Scale Prop Replica by Factory Entertainment — Regular price: £100

For Your Eyes Only, carabiner clips, MovieMania, auction

For Your Eyes Only, carabiner clips, MovieMania, auction

Two Carabiner Clips used by Roger Moore’s Stunt Double in For Your Eyes Only (1981). Copyright © 2026 MovieMania. All rights reserved.

Note: York Against Cancer provides a wide range of support services across York, North Yorkshire, and East Yorkshire.

Visit the MovieMania website to bid on the lots and help support York Against Cancer.

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Dame Judi Dench is encouraging the public to get involved in a special charity auction

Dame Judi Dench is helping promote the auction and encourage fans to get involved. The Oscar-winning actress, who was born in York and is a proud patron of York Against Cancer, portrayed M in seven Bond films from 1995 to 2012.

James Bond lots in Quintessentially Bond: The Charity Auction

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