Making every auction count: Why Dawsons supports Cancer Research UK

At Dawsons, we believe that every item taken to auction has a story – and through our work with Cancer Research UK, those stories are helping to create a better future for people affected by cancer.

Cancer has touched the lives of so many of us, whether through family, friends, colleagues or clients. Like countless organisations across the UK, we have seen first-hand the impact that cancer has on individuals and their loved ones. Supporting Cancer Research UK is our way of contributing to the incredible work being done to improve treatments and bring us closer to a world where everyone can live longer, better lives, free from the fear of cancer.

Dawsons’ dedicated team of specialists expertly value, globally market and auction fine jewellery, watches, fine and contemporary art, and family heirlooms. We are proud to have been working alongside Cancer Research UK for over six years.

Essentially, should any items be donated to the charity, Dawsons’ expert team will ensure that the best possible price is achieved at auction – to raise the maximum amount possible for this extraordinary cause.

How we support Cancer Research UK

We have waived our Seller’s Fee, meaning that Cancer Research UK receive 100% of the hammer (sale price) of any items that we take to auction on their behalf.

So far in 2026, in support of Cancer Research UK, Dawsons has helped to raise an incredible £54,790 by selling donated items at our specialist auctions. This remarkable achievement reflects the generosity of our donors, the enthusiasm of our bidders and the dedication of our team, all working together for a cause that affects us all.

Cancer is something that has touched all of our lives in one way or another. As a business rooted in our local communities, we believe it's important to use our platform to make a positive difference.

- Jonathan Pratt, Managing Director of Dawsons

"Every item donated and every successful bid helps fund vital research that brings hope to millions of people. Raising £54,790 so far this year is an achievement we're incredibly proud of, but it's also a reminder of what can be accomplished when people come together to support such an important cause. We'd like to thank everyone who has donated, bid or purchased a donated item at one of our auctions – this success belongs to all of them."

While we're incredibly proud of what has been achieved so far, we know the work doesn't stop here. Every item donated to Cancer Research UK and sold at a Dawsons auction helps fund work so that people with cancer live better lives through earlier diagnosis and kinder, more effective treatments.

The team at Dawsons look forward to continuing to support Cancer Research UK for many years to come and wish to thank everyone who has helped make this partnership such a success. Together, we're proving that every item donated, every bid and every donated item bought at auction can help save and improve lives.

Jonathan Pratt, Managing Director of Dawsons