2013 - Competition Results

This is a list of all of the past competitions of 2013 along with the winners limited details

If you have any questions, you can email the the competitions dept at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  

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Mapledurham House is a beautiful Elizabethan House set beside the River Thames and on the Estate is the river’s last working watermill, overlooked by the Oxfordshire Chilterns. It consequently provides the most picturesque and convenient venue for this year’s Live Crafts Show on Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday, (4th/5th/6th May). 

You could win 1 of 6 tickets for you and your family to attend the show PLUS 1 of the lucky winners will receive £100-worth of vouchers to spend at the Festival!

This competition is now closed. Congratulations to our 6 winners!

Farol Ltd (www.farol.co.uk) at Milton Common (01844 278843)and Shefford Woodlands (01488 648552) have a John Deere R40 Select Series Push Petrol Lawn Mower to be won, worth £379. The Select Series compact and lightweight petrol lawnmowers give you absolute mowing freedom for creating a truly beautiful garden. Versatile, durable and reliable, as well as extremely easy to use, the nimble R40 mower is power-packed and highly manoeuvrable to get you where you need to go. John Deere R40 specifications: 40cm cutting width. 44ltr rear collector. 2.8hp Petrol 4 Stroke. Polypropylene Deck. Central adjustable cutting height. Folding handlebars. TurboStar mowing system

1 lucky reader must win this great prize!

This competition is now closed. Congratulations to Trevor from Didcot!

Join Marwell Wildlife on 7th of June for an evening of fun and festivities after hours at the zoo near Winchester. See the animals at sunset, meet the keepers who care for them and enjoy special talks and presentations. Party with the birds in their new walkthrough aviary with a host of fascinating new bird species, bounce on the bouncy castle and have your photo taken with a giant rhino sculpture. Plus, to keep the party swinging, see all manner of incredible performances and entertainment. The event runs from 6.30pm until about 9.30pm and in case you’re not lucky enough to win, you can enjoy 20% off tickets in their early bird offer before 7th May at www.marwell.org.uk/party

Prize is valid for 7th June 2013 only and allows entry to Marwell’s Party in the Park at 6.30pm for 2 adults and 2 children. No cash alternative is available.

This competition is now closed. Congratulations to Jessica from Marlow!

At the Cotswold Water Park Four Pillars Hotel you can choose from a number of dining options. Whether eating in their Brasserie, al fresco on the decking, in the modern lounge area or in one of the private dining rooms, all their food is freshly prepared and perfectly cooked by their experienced chefs.

1 lucky winner will win a traditional Sunday carvery lunch with unlimited soup & salad followed by a mouth-watering carvery & dessert for 4 people!

PLEASE NOTE - You must have a GL7 (Cirencester) postcode to enter - all others will not be entered

This competition is now closed. Congratulations to Mrs Butcher, from Cirencester!

It’s not just an air show! On Sunday, 5th May, 10am-5.30pm at Abingdon Airfield, Dalton Barracks, Oxfordshire, The Abingdon Air & Country Show has a varied ground show to go along with a fly-in of both modern and vintage aeroplanes and the associated air display along with flying displays, static aircraft, exhibitors, vintage vehicles, tank rides, crafts, trade stalls, childrens’ amusements, live music, food & drink...and much more! Tickets in advance at www.abingdonairandcountry.co.uk.

Adults £12; seniors £8; children (5-15) £4; children under 5 free; car parking free. On the day admissions available. Arrive early to avoid traffic delays! We have 5 pairs of adult tickets to give away!

This competition is now closed. Congratulations to our 5 winners!

Southern Plant & Tool Hire, Henley-on-Thames, provide hire and sale equipment for construction, civil engineering, house building, trade and DIY customers with an extensive range of modern, market-leading and well-maintained equipment from small power tools and generators to forklifts, excavators and dumpers. Southern Plant is fully complemented by a full backup service with high standards of safety and expert advice. Their newly extended trade counter in Henley promises the best deals. Full list of equipment available can be found at www.southernplant.co.uk or call 01491 576063

We have a Makita DK18000 18V Cordless Combi Hammer Drill & Impact driver pack to give away to 1 lucky reader!

This competition is now closed. Congratulations to Mr Smith, from Longworth.

She Runs Windsor is a brand new women only running and lifestyle event. More than just a 10km race, She Runs Windsor iis a happening aimed at women of all levels, ages and from all walks of life who are passionate about sports, fitness, health, well being and like a bit of luxury and pampering too! The event takes place on the 6th May 2013 with the start/finish line on The Long Walk, Windsor Great Park. For more information visit www.sherunswindsor.com

She Runs Windsor are offering this prize package to 1 lucky reader - exclusive to Round & About! A place in the women only She Runs Windsor 10K for yourself and a friend on Bank Holiday Monday, 6th May 2013 ; 2 x £29, a pair of pink yurbuds ‘Inspire Duro’ sport earphones, guaranteed never to hurt or fall out; RRP £49.99, a Halo Headband UK Pullover Sweatband ; RRP £12.95, a Halo Headband UK Sports Hat ; RRP £22.99, a pair of pink women’s CEP compression socks ; RRP £39.99, a pair of pink women’s CEP compression calf sleeves, RRP £32.99, a Shock Absorber GYM bra ; RRP £32

This competition is now closed. Congratulations to Anne from Wokingham!

Quad Club at Crowne Plaza Marlow is the ideal health & fitness centre in which to unwind and relax. With its deep-blue mosaic-tiled swimming pool, hot tub, sauna and steam room, drench showers, aerobics studio, gymnasium and Quad Beauty treatment rooms, it’s the perfect environment in which to spoil Mum for Mother’s Day. For more information about Quad Club at Crowne Plaza Marlow, visit www.cpmarlow.co.uk or call 01628 496 957

Quad Beauty at Crowne Plaza Marlow is offering 1 lucky reader the luxurious prize of a pampering day for your Mum – and you! This Mother’s Day treat includes the following treatments for both of you: Express Facial, Indian Head Massage, File and Paint, Lunch in agua café & bar (set Lunch menu applies), Full use of all Quad Club facilities. The prize can be taken throughout the month of March 2013, subject to availability.

This Competition is now CLOSED. Congratulations to Lesley from Marlow!

Outdoor Traders is an outdoor lifestyle retail store based in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, stocking the very best  outdoor brands. They now can offer you the very best expertise and equipment from the world of cycling including all of the best biking components and services you need. Of course, excellent custom fitting is what Outdoor Traders is renowned for, so they’ve teamed up with Retul to offer a fantastic 3D Motion Capture Fitting system to ensure you’re getting the best possible bike for you. 

For more information visit their website - www.outdoortradersuk.com or telephone 01235 527 704. They are offering a Round & About Magazine reader the chance to win an amazing prize – A Giant Escape 3 bike worth £299 (RRP)

This Competition is now CLOSED. Congratulations to Tom from Botley!

The Eezisit is a new cushion, with patented “magic” inflation for “use anywhere” flexibility. It works just like trapping air inside a plastic bag! It has multiple uses as a backrest, travel cushion, pillow, children’s booster cushion, core stability “wobble” cushion, footrest and even an exerciser. It offers class leading comfort and pressure relief for back problems. See in action at www.eezisit.com or telephone 01235 861662 for further information.

We have 10 Eezisit cushions to give away to lucky winners!

This Competition is now CLOSED. Congratulations to our 10 winners!

The Elephant Hotel, set in the bustling village of Pangbourne, beside the River Thames, offers a return to the opulence of the Empire. Beautiful handcrafted Indian furniture, rich oriental rugs, delicate fabrics - bedrooms individual in style but identical in attention to detail. Come to escape, do business, relax with friends or unwind in style. Feet up or eyes down, you set the pace. Find out more at www.elephanthotel.co.uk 

The Elephant are offering 1 reader the chance to win dinner for 2 (excluding beverages) with bed and breakfast!

This Competition is now CLOSED. Congratulations to Mr Watts, from Faringdon

On the 23rd of March London Irish face Worcester Warriors (kick-off 3pm) and will be putting on a great show, on and off the pitch. London Irish play in the Aviva Premiership and their home games are played at the Madejski Stadium, Reading. For information on tickets, fixtures, merchandise please visit www.london-irish.com

London Irish are offering 1 lucky reader the chance to win a family package for 4/5 (2 adults and children) for their St Patrick’s Party (23rd March - London Irish V Worcester Warriors 3pm), to include a stadium tour with a look inside the players’ tunnel, meet and greet with a player plus photo, and a signed shirt!

This Competition is now CLOSED. Congratulations to Mrs Hawes, from Crowmarsh!

This clean design of subtly squared lens orbital’s and wide earstems carves a new category to complement your lifestyle. The lenses are cut from a single toric shield and placed in the frame to retain the original contour, a curve that sweeps across your eyes with the clarity of High Definition Optics® (HDO®) and the lightweight O Matter® frame material makes the statement a comfortable one. Crankcase® carries an icon that’s different from the classic Oakley ellipse. The stems continue the fluid lines of the lens orbital’s to wrap around the sides of your head with a comfortable Three-Point Fit that keeps the optics precisely aligned.

Boots Opticians (Wantage) are offering one lucky reader the chance to win a pair of Oakley Crank sunglasses. Tel: 01235 768177 Unit 3a Kings Walk, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 9AJ

This competition is now CLOSED. Congratulations to Mr Jones, from Bourne End