E: 17/12 The Big Christmas Giveaway – worth £3,000+

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https://cambsedition.co.uk/competition/the-big-christmas-giveaway-worth-3000/

Enter our annual festive competition before midnight on 17 December and you could win a Christmas stocking like no other – chock-full of treats from your favourite local businesses and brands!

1. Dinner, bed and breakfast for two at The Three Blackbirds, worth £360

With this dinner, bed and breakfast gift voucher, you can escape to the countryside and stay in one of the Barn bedrooms at The Three Blackbirds in Woodditton, with super-king beds, rainfall showers and luxurious Connock amenities. Your prize includes dinner (to the value of £30 per person) and breakfast the next morning. threeblackbirds.co.uk

Valid Jan-Mar 2026, midweek stays only, excludes bank holidays; prize must be claimed within 48 hours; booking must be made within seven days and cannot be changed.

2. Sparkling festive afternoon tea for two at Parker’s Tavern, worth £114

Parker’s Tavern’s Festive Afternoon Tea is brimming with seasonal delights, a delicious selection of savouries and sweets lovingly crafted by the pastry team. Indulge in cranberry scones and traditional festive finger sandwiches, a pistachio Christmas tree with mince pie filling and a mandarin and champagne cheesecake – perfectly complemented by
a glass of Saffron Grange Blanc de Blancs to toast the season. parkerstavern.com

3. Four tickets to Forestlight at Audley End Miniature Railway, worth £48

Explore the enchanted forest light trail at Audley End Miniature Railway on 23 December. Stroll beneath the stars as glowing installations bring the woods to life, make the most of photo opportunities and maybe even visit the Forest Snacks Cafe during your visit for a hot chocolate or mulled wine. audley-end-railway.co.uk

This ticket does not include a train ride or meeting Father Christmas at the Grotto. If the winner can’t attend, an alternative date or event may be arranged by mutual agreement.

4. Festive afternoon tea for two at Gonville Hotel, worth £78

Served in Gonville Hotel’s elegant restaurant overlooking Parker’s Piece, this beautifully curated experience blends familiar favourites with festive flair. Enjoy tiers of delicate finger sandwiches filled with seasonal ingredients, alongside freshly baked scones and finish with a patisserie selection in celebration of winter flavours. Available until 4 January, Tuesday to Sunday. gonvillehotel.co.uk

5. British farmhouse cheese selection from The Gog, worth £57.99

Win a generous selection of five British farmhouse cheeses from the selection at The Gog – featuring mellow Colston Bassett Stilton, rich Baron Bigod, boozy Isle of Mull Cheddar, zesty Dorstone and bold, savoury Riseley. This 1.23kg collection showcases the finest artisan cheesemaking in the UK, with styles ranging from blue to bloomy, goat’s to washed rind. Carefully aged and selected by Neal’s Yard Dairy, it’s a prize no cheese lover should miss. thegog.com

6. Four tickets to Cambridge Philharmonic’s family concert, worth £80

On 17 January, dive into the deep blue sea with tickets to the 4pm performance of Lucy’s Ocean Adventure, an interactive family concert that is perfect for young explorers! With music inspired by the sea, storytelling and plenty of surprises, this fun-filled concert at West Road Concert Hall will spark imaginations and introduce children to the wonders of orchestral sound. cambridgephilharmonic.com

7. Christmas Family Hamper from Fitzbillies, worth £65

There’s something for everyone in the Fitzbillies Christmas Family Hamper! From classic, sticky Chelsea buns to festive brownies and delicate macarons, the winner of this hamper can share plenty of delights with family and friends over the festive season. fitzbillies.com

8. Kibou gift voucher, worth £100

Fancy treating yourself to Japanese flavours this festive season? This £100 voucher will allow you to explore Kibou Cambridge’s menu of fresh sushi and sashimi, indulgent sharing plates and cocktails. Whether you’re after its signature rolls, crispy small plates or want to try something more decadent such as a sharing platter or chef’s special, this voucher gives you the perfect excuse to gather for a memorable meal out. kibou.co.uk

Dinner bed and breakfast for two at The Three Blackbirds

Sparkling festive afternoon tea for two at Parker's Tavern

Kibou gift voucher

9. Lingora Natural Oral Rinse, worth £25.90

Rinse away the evidence of those Christmas indulgences and enjoy a happier, healthier mouth with Lingora Natural Oral Rinse, a multi-award-winning, two-ingredient, 100% natural oral rinse to help alleviate symptoms of dry mouth, reduce gum inflammation and balance the oral microbiome. Suitable for the whole family. lingora.uk

10. Three-course Sunday lunch in the tipi at The Lodge, Duxford, worth £128

Experience The Lodge, Duxford’s beautifully decorated, heated tipi as you and up to three friends or family members indulge in a three-course traditional Sunday roast, featuring a choice of succulent sirloin of beef, stuffed rolled pork belly, half a free-range chicken and a selection of delicious starters and indulgent puddings. Plus, enjoy live music from talented local musicians between 1pm and 5pm. thelodgeduxford.co.uk

11. Q+A Bodycare and Skincare Treats gift sets, worth £30

Enjoy some me time with two Q+A gift sets: an ultimate head-to-toe pamper set with Salicylic Acid Body Wash, AHA Exfoliator Body Scrub and Collagen Body Butter; and a trio to treat your complexion during party season, featuring Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Cleanser, Niacinamide Facial Serum and Vitamin C Radiance Face Cream.qandaskin.com

12. Two tickets to Sleeping Beauty at the Arts Theatre Cambridge, worth £92

The wait is over! Following an extensive refurbishment, you’re invited to attend a grand reawakening as the Arts Theatre presents a dazzling new production of Sleeping Beauty. Starring Cambridge’s favourite dame Matt Crosby and UK Pantomime Award-winning Steven Roberts, this charming fairy tale promises to captivate audiences of all ages. artstheatre.co.uk

13. Ancient Shepherds gift voucher, worth £120

Win a £120 voucher for Ancient Shepherds, the restaurant in Fen Ditton run by Michelin-starred chef Mark Poynton! Serving beautifully crafted set menus that celebrate the best of seasonal produce, many of the ingredients are grown in the Kitchen Garden behind the restaurant. Ancient Shepherds also offers five charming guest rooms, meaning you can extend your visit with an overnight stay. ancientshepherds.com

14. Half-day printmaking workshop at Marmalade Print Studio, worth £60

Printmaking is a wonderful traditional art form that’s becoming increasingly popular with designers and illustrators. Thanks to Marmalade, we can provide our winner with an opportunity to enjoy a fabulous free session from April onwards, for any printmaking class that takes their fancy. Workshops are delivered in a relaxed environment and are suitable for over 18s. marmaladeprintstudio.co.uk

15. Vineyard tour and tasting for two at Saffron Grange, worth £78

Go for a guided vineyard tour for two at Saffron Grange Vineyard in Saffron Walden. Set on Essex’s ancient chalk soils, it produces award-winning sparkling wines using traditional methods. Book in and look forward to enjoying your experience in 2026, which includes tastings of three premium sparkling wines along with two delicious plates, while learning about the history and passion behind this family-run vineyard. saffrongrange.com

Ancient Shepherds gift voucher

Vineyard tour and tasting for two at Saffron Grange

16. Four tickets to a spring family season event at Cambridge Junction, worth up to £80

Cambridge Junction’s spring line-up promises an engaging family experience, packed with vibrant performances and interactive events for all ages. Families can enjoy a mix of theatre, live music and creative workshops tailored to spark young imaginations and bring stories to life. From energetic puppet shows to immersive storytelling sessions, family-friendly comedy and dance acts, there’s something for everyone at this unique venue. junction.co.uk

17. Love Cambridge gift card, worth £50

Brought to you by Cambridge BID, the Love Cambridge gift card can be spent at a huge range of participating businesses across the city. Shop, eat, drink, stay – it’s your ticket to the city! love-cambridge.com

18. Family membership to Cambridge Science Centre, worth £120

Win annual membership to Cambridge Science Centre for two adults and two children, giving your family unlimited entry for a whole year! Explore hands-on exhibits, live science shows and festive fun throughout the Christmas season and beyond. From mind-bending experiments to inspiring discoveries, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Ignite your curiosity, spark imagination and make science part of your family adventures all year round. cambridgesciencecentre.org

19. Kettle’s Yard Friends membership, tote bag and house guide, worth £62

This prize bundle from contemporary art gallery Kettle’s Yard comprises a Friends membership, offering free entry to the house for a year; a tote bag featuring the iconic Kettle’s Yard pebble spiral, made from an innovative fabric created using recycled plastic bottles but with a cotton-like feel; and a book with a foreword by Jim Ede and interesting floor plan guide that’s a notable keepsake for all who love Kettle’s Yard. kettlesyard.cam.ac.uk

20. Four tickets to watch Hera Hyesang Park and Joseph Middleton, worth £110

Taking place on 12 February at Pembroke College as part of the Bliss Song Series, enjoy a captivating performance by soprano Hera Hyesang Park and pianist Joseph Middleton that begins with the elegance of Donaudy, before celebrating Park’s Korean heritage through evocative works by Juwon Kim, Dunam Cho and Unyoung Na. The duo also explore vibrant Spanish and Latin American music. blisssongseries.co.uk

21. Two Friends memberships at ADC Theatre, worth £90

A year’s membership at the ADC provides a range of exciting benefits for theatre lovers, including one free ticket to a show at the ADC Theatre or Corpus Playroom per year. Members can enjoy exclusive access to priority booking, 10% discount on two tickets per show, 10% off drinks and snacks at the ADC Bar and £1 off ice cream. adctheatre.com

22. Gift card for bathing at Paus, worth £50

Relax in one of the red cedar wood-fired hot tubs or enjoy a Finnish sauna and cold plunge pool, while resting your eyes on panoramic countryside views. Guests at the breathing/bathing space Paus, just outside Cambridge, can also follow a 1km Paus barefoot walking trail and lose all sense of time in 13 acres of rewilded meadows. This £50 gift card can be redeemed against any Paus bathing service, booked online. paus.life

Gift card is not redeemable against third-party events and cannot be used on-site to purchase refreshments in the Hilltop Bistro.

Family membership to Cambridge Science Centre

Kettle’s Yard Friends membership, tote bag and house guide

Four tickets to watch Hera Hyesang Park and Joseph Middleton

23. Three-course dinner for two at Tamburlaine Restaurant & Bar, worth up to £120

Indulge in a memorable dining experience with a three-course dinner for two, including a bottle of house wine, at the Tamburlaine Restaurant & Bar at Clayton Hotel Cambridge. Enjoy expertly crafted dishes made with seasonal ingredients, served in a stylish and relaxed setting. Whether it’s a romantic evening or a special celebration, this is the perfect opportunity to savour exceptional food and warm hospitality in the heart of the city. claytonhotels.com/cambridge

24. Gift card for Waterstones Cambridge, worth £30

A Waterstones gift card is a passport to countless worlds, perfect for any bookworm. It will unlock shelves filled with adventures, knowledge and inspiration, letting recipients choose their own literary escape, from bestsellers to hidden gems. waterstones.com

25. Two tickets to Daliso Chaponda at Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds, worth £38

Taking place on 14 February as part of the Bury St Edmunds Comedy Festival, Topical Storm is a show not about the news but about news itself. Daliso Chaponda has been writing jokes about the news for more than a decade – on Have I Got News for You, Radio 4’s The News Quiz and more. But recently the news has been so absurd, chaotic and overwhelming that it more or less mocks itself! theatreroyal.org

26. Friends membership at Cambridge University Botanic Garden, worth £59

With a year’s membership to Cambridge University Botanic Garden’s Friends programme, you can enjoy behind-the-scenes tours, free entry and much more. As the Garden’s biggest supporters, its Friends help to support work in plant conservation and science, maintain the beautiful landscapes and spread the joy of plants to all. botanic.cam.ac.uk

27. Limited-edition festive candle by Lords, worth £45.50

Bring the forest’s scent to your home at Christmastime with this limited-edition festive candle. Inspired by Abernethy Forest in Scotland, it features pine oil, amberwood, clove, cedarwood, peppermint, eucalyptus, patchouli and moss. lordsfragrancehouse.com

28. Four New Year’s Eve tickets and an overnight stay at the Graduate by Hilton Cambridge, worth £1,000

Enjoy champagne and canapes before you sit down to a delectable three-course New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner, followed by a pop-up casino in the River Suite, music and dancing until the small hours and a relaxing night’s stay with two rooms for you and your guests. hilton.com

All extras charged to the winner. Full T&Cs will be provided.

Three-course dinner for two at Tamburlaine Restaurant & Bar

Friends membership at Cambridge University Botanic Garden

How to enter

Fill in your name below. The competition closes at midnight on 17 December 2025 – so hurry!

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Terms and conditions: 1 This competition closes at midnight on 17 December 2025. 2The competition is open to readers of Cambridge Edition magazine aged 18+. 3Relatives of the competition sponsors and Bright Publishing employees are not eligible to enter. 4 One entry per person. 5 There is no cash alternative to these prizes. 6 Prizes are non-transferable and non-exchangeable. 7 By entering this competition you consent to taking part in print and social media publicity and having your name and email address shared with the prize sponsors for the administration of the prize. Your GDPR rights are not affected.