We'd like to remind Forumites to please avoid political debate on the Forum... Read More » This is to keep it a safe and useful space for MoneySaving discussions. Threads that are - or become - political in nature may be removed in line with the Forum’s rules. Thank you for your understanding.

We're aware that some users are experiencing technical issues which the team are working to resolve. Thank you for your patience.

📨 Have you signed up to the Forum's new Email Digest yet? Get a selection of trending threads sent straight to your inbox daily, weekly or monthly!

I won! I won! I won!

Archives for December 2006

how do you do it?
hi there i was just wondering how much time it takes to fill in all these comp entries? is there an easier way?
Moneywise recommendations
Reading about that women who works 'winning competitions' she uses https://www.theprizefinder.com https://www.winnersfriend.com https://www.compersnews.co.uk They still to suggest by buying their subscriptions you'll WIN! Anyone have any thoughts? first thought, it's a con. But if it has been recommended from Moneywise and…
First win :)
I just won a battery toothbrush through HSA dental plan :j Not much but for a first win Im well chuffed!I cant find the thread but thanks to the OP. I only found this site a few weeks ago and it's given me the inspiration i badly needed. Hope everyone has a Happy new year! :beer:
Myoffers has anyone ever won?
Has anyone ever won a competition on myoffers? i have been doing them for quite a while and so far have not won any (im not the luckiest person in the world :rolleyes: )
The launch Santa games were cheated - read if you played
Remember the launch Santa games for the £500 holiday vouchers, Virgin Experience Days, and more? The winners cheated on this game anyway, so you wasted your time playing. Want proof? The 1st and 3rd winners of the Co-Op Travel game are CoolNicks and CoolNicks.ne. Now, try to log in to the game as CoolNicks.ne You'll see…
Won a memory stick from HSA
Won this from the daily prize HSA link posted on MSE - cannot find the thread to place a link or thank the OP. But I'm v v grateful:)
Won Garmin SAT nav
I think I entered this here, well it is the same prize. I got notice of it last week, but wanted to wait till I got the prize before posting. But I do have to admit, that I'm not 100% percent happy, because of all the news about thieves stealing them from cars, I don't mind them stealing the sat nav, (since it was free,)…
keep entering
Just a little note to everyone who is getting down about not winning. just keep going entering as many comps as you can because you really can win. a close friend of the family entered a comp in the sun and the other day won a hummer about £100k's worth just just keep ploding away and you will win its given me renewed hope…
Airhog R/C car!
Courtesy of Spinmaster Toys and TV Choice. Luvverly...
I won! A selection of Goodies from Ecover!
I have been umming and arring for months over whether to stretch my budget to buying this stuff - reading different reviews about it, it does not meet some expectations and didn't want to waste the cash. So I was really pleased this morning to have a parcel with a selection of goodies in! I've recieved some cleaner, hand…
£10 Amazon voucher won!
From the HSA Dental eDecoder game :) :) :) "Will arrive in the post in 8-10 weeks time" :( :( :(
help please: Marriott Kensington?
I've won two skating sessions on New Year's Eve and a night at the Marriott Kensington apparently, but I cannot find where I've entered this prize. Can anyone help please? Sth to do with Snow and Rock, but I need to find out the details, the very first email I received arrived in my Bulk folder and I accidentally deleted…
I won first prize EVER
On the first Boots shopping evening, I filled in my details as I was walking out the door. I had a special delivery yesterday - a HUGE dead sea hamper!:j Next year, I may swap bargain hunting for comps!!!!!!
Won 1 of 3 Luxury Christmas Hampers from Artois
Thanks to kipper giving out the answer I was the lucky winner of a luxury Christmas hamper from Brasserie Artois. It was a great suprise as it arrived unannounced Friday morning in a large brown box. It got me in a little trouble as the wife wanted to know what I'd ordered on the sly :) Again many thanks to kipper for the…
I won Cars DVD
Got this in the post today from the Funday Times comp, just in time to wrap it up as a xmas pressy.:j Thanks to OP.
Won a Year's Supply of Luxury Perfume
Had a lovely pre-Christmas surprise this morning when I received a letter informing me that I'd won a recent glamour.com competition for a year's supply of perfume from luxury fragrance house L'Artisan Parfumeur. The package included a bottle of the company's latest scent, Dzongkha, and I also get to choose another nine…
Partner's Name's Going Up In Lights!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Just had a message from Coca Cola to say that my message to my partner is going up in lights at Piccadilly circus tomorrow night between 10.00 and 10.15. I have said that he is the best health and safety officer in the world!!! BTW my Selfridges hamper turned up this morning!!! I can't believe all this is happening and its…
Stamps
Yay, we've won a set of stamps from CBBC. Not exactly sure what's included, can anyone remember it? I can't find it. We've had a fantastic week for winning!
Won Grants whisky and barrel !!!
:j Yippeeeee, :j Just came home as white van man was knocking at my door. Big parcel - me thinks what's in it, what's in it! Dead excited 'cos I knew I hadn't ordered anything. Hoped it was a comp prize - and it is!!! Grants whisky 1 and a half ltr, and a wooden barrel. Great prize. Just a pity that I don't actually drink…
Holiday? :s
I got a letter today in the mail through recorded delivery from vouch4me. It said ive won th grand prize draw which has a value of 2950 quid. My mother called up and they said you get a free holiday every year but you need to pay maintenance or something? Is this a con? Thanks

★ ★ ★ Meet your Ambassadors

Confirm your email address to Create Threads and Reply

MSE News

Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.

View All

I won! I won! I won!

Confirm your email address to Create Threads and Reply

🚀 Getting Started

Is this how you want to be seen?

Get our FREE Weekly email full of deals & guides - and it’s spam-free

I won! I won! I won!

Discussion List

Confirm your email address to Create Threads and Reply

🚀 Getting Started

Is this how you want to be seen?

Get our FREE Weekly email full of deals & guides - and it’s spam-free