Dorset Cereals – honest, tasty & real unadulterated breakfast pleasure, muesli, porridge and cereal

You Are Art was started in 2002 to offer people the chance to buy fantastic contemporary pop art pictures and photos on canvas that are deeply personal. They use some of the leading digital artists, illustrators and graphic artists in the country. Depending on the modern portrait style, each of their pop art pictures takes up to 15 hours to develop. It is this investment in time and skill that makes their portraits so outstanding. To see the quality of their work just take a look at their gallery of modern portrait styles, and particularly the full size files which show you what the artwork will look like when reproduced at full size.

This week’s prize is a piece of surfing history. In the early Sixties, surfer Dennis Cross decided he’d had enough: much as he loved surfing, the Atlantic water of the Cornish coast was just too cold. His solution was to create the first custom-built Gul wetsuit for surfers. There have been more than a few technological improvements over the past 40 years, and Gul now produces more than 35,000 wetsuits per year and exports to over 50 countries. If you can’t wait to see if you’re a winner, you can buy online or at one of their nine stores in the south-west.

It’s no surprise that the cast of crew of Tamara Drewe decided to stay at Bridge House Beaminster during filming. A medieval building with all the 21^st-century comforts you could ask for, as well as a reputation for fine dining, BridgeHouse makes a luxurious base from which to explore this stunning area. Now, to celebrate the film’s release on 10 September, Momentum Pictures are giving you the chance to discover the charms of this unique hotel for yourself.

Congratulations to our winner of a romantic getaway at the Bridge House Beaminster, R. Tovey from Bristol

Since 1987, this family business has been supplying everything you need to create magical parties at home. It’s now the UK’s leading party supply company, and the first port of call for anyone who wants to take the pressure off hosting a really fun party. If you’re getting into the party mood already and can’t wait to see if you’re a winner, you can buy all your fiesta essentials online.

Congratulations to our two winners of  the summer fiesta party packs from our friends at Party Pieces: S. Allan from Pembrokeshire and M. Christie from East Yorkshire.

If you haven’t made it to a music festival this year, it’s not too late! End of the Road, which takes place in Dorset’s beautiful Larmer Tree Gardens from 10-12 September, is the last festival of the summer, and we’ve got a pair of tickets to give away. As if that wasn’t enough, our friends at Tangerine Fields will throw in a tent and an airbed so you can enjoy your weekend in comfort!

Congratulations to the winner of the pair of tickets to the End of the Road festival, H. Greatorex from Notts.

Ever since their beginnings in 1924, Footprint’s travel guides have been about helping independent travellers to get off the beaten track. Each one is written by a team of experts who know the area in detail, giving you the insider tips you need to avoid the crowds as well as the historical and cultural insights that will help you to respect the people and places you visit. If you can’t wait to win a copy of Adventure Britain, you can buy one online here.

Congratulations to the 25 winners of a copy of Adventure Britain: H. Richards from Cheltenham, K. Robertson from East Lothian, A. Busby from Merseyside, R. Beeston from Somerset, Z. Robinson from Lancashire, T. Gorringe from Essex, J. Curwin from the West Midlands, L. Fradley from Glamorgan, S. Wilson from Middlesbrough, A. Pierotti from Leicester, D. Millard from Northants, P. Macro from Norfolk, M. Broughton from Cornwall, S. Evans from Devon, T. Beer from Gloucestershire, J. Howard from London, D. de Leeuw from East Sussex, M. Newton from Notts, J. Antcliff from Notts, H. Mehmet from London, S. Hallett from Devon, A. Cantelo from Hants, M. Warren from Bristol, M. Carnegie from Surrey and K. Richards from Mid Glamorgan.

The Zoku Quick Pop™ Maker freezes ice lollies in as little as seven minutes right on your kitchen table without electricity. Quickly make your favourite lollies with a moment’s notice, by simply storing the compact base in your freezer. The kit includes six durable, reusable plastic ‘pop sticks’, six special drip guards (for tidy eating), and a unique Super Tool which helps to quickly release the lollies from their molds. Each Quick Pop Maker can make up to 9 pops before you’ll need to refreeze it. If you can’t wait to win one, buy online now.

Congratulations to the 10 winners of a Zoku Quick Pop Maker: A. Smith from Cambs, E. Kitson from Dorset, L. Harris from Oxon, M. Riggs from Monmouthshire, J. MacGregor from Warwickshire, R. Wild from London, K. Pollock from Dorset, P. Neilson from Renfrewshire, D. Knowles from Cambs and A. Crook from Lancashire

In the late 1990s Emma Goss-Custard had a hare-brained scheme to pedal around Oxford delivering her homemade cakes to delis and cafes. In a nutshell, by mixing luscious ingredients, anoraky attention to detail and plenty of fun, Honeybuns aim to deliver the “WOW” and “YUM” factors in every cake they make. They bake their cherished products far slower than larger bakeries do. They set their oven temperature low to allow flavours to mingle and develop properly. Batches are small and they only ever use natural ingredients. All of their products are wheat-free and many are gluten-free and dairy-free too.

This summer, Riverford Organic are taking their award-winning Field Kitchen restaurant on the move. Based in a traditional yurt, they’ll be serving food prepared from high quality, local, seasonal and organic produce straight from their fields. All their dishes are informal, family-friendly and shared. Expect a feast of freshly picked seasonal fare. Dishes are brought to you at the table for you to help yourselves and portions are generous: there is always plenty to go around. The menu will vary depending on what’s local and in season. Riverford’s organic box scheme began when Guy Watson started delivering vegetables locally to 30 friends in Devon. They now deliver around 47,000 boxes a week to homes around the UK from their regional sister farms.

Congratulations to the 10 winners of lunch or supper at the Riverford Organic Field Kitchen: A. Farrington from Gloucestershire, A. King from Staffs, P. Wyatt from Dorset, C. Massue from Lancashire, L. Wainewright from Dorset, T. Young from Suffolk, V. Mallinson from Leicestershire, J. Banach from Kent, B. Chard from Dorset and J. Hicks from Norfolk.

WOMAD stands for World of Music, Arts and Dance and gives its name to the internationally established WOMAD Festival, which brings together artists from all over the globe. The central aim of the WOMAD festival is to celebrate the world’s many forms of music, arts and dance. As an organisation, WOMAD now works in many different ways, but the aims are always the same – at festivals, performance events, through recorded releases and through educational projects, the aim is to excite, inform, and to create awareness of the worth and potential of a multicultural society.

Congratulations to the 5 winners of a pair of weekend tickets to Womad: A. Hardingham from Wiltshire, S. Bell from Yorkshire, G. Robins from Wiltshire, G. Sparshott from Hampshire and V. Nuttall from Lancashire

Serenata is Britain’s first classical music festival. A variety of stages featuring international stars and up-and-coming classical talent will be combined with on-site traditional and boutique camping, a full children’s programme, a bespoke art fair, a scratch choir and orchestra, musical workshops and the finest locally-sourced food and drink to create the complete festival experience.

Congratulations to N. Clark from Northumberland for winning a pair of tickets to the Serenata Classical Music Festival

Based in a beautiful part of Devon, Vanilla Coast has brought together a beautiful collection of home and garden accessories. Many of the products are unique, as they have been handmade or hand-painted by Gez Lovell in the Vanilla Coast Studio, from stunning driftwood hearts and iconic silver leaf union jack canvases to framed paintings that can be personalised for that special gift or occasion. So why not treat yourself or simply get the pleasure of giving somebody else a beautiful gift? Just visit www.vanillacoast.co.uk

Congratulations to the four winners of the lovely hand-painted Union Jack Canvases from Vanilla Coast: S. Arnett from Lancashire, C. Martin from Surrey, D. Miles from Somerset and A. Goddard from Bristol

WOMAD stands for World of Music, Arts and Dance and gives its name to the internationally established WOMAD Festival, which brings together artists from all over the globe.

The central aim of the WOMAD festival is to celebrate the world’s many forms of music, arts and dance. As an organisation, WOMAD now works in many different ways, but the aims are always the same – at festivals, performance events, through recorded releases and through educational projects, the aim is to excite, inform, and to create awareness of the worth and potential of a multicultural society.

Congratulations to the 5 winners of a pair of weekend tickets to Womad: C. Jones from Dorset, S. Meadows from Somerset, C. O’Reilly from London, I. Boorman from Kent and G. Clayton from Tyne & Wear

As you probably already know, we’re big fans of picnics and ­– for us – no picnic is complete without a good wedge of cake. So we’re giving away 12 luxury handmade cakes from the lovely people at The Fabulous Fruitcake Company

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Congratulations to the 12 winners of a luxury handmade cake from The Fabulous Fruitcake Company: V. Poole from South Glamorgan, C. Morrell from Nottingham, S. McInerney from Yorkshire, J. Rickard from Hertfordshire, C. Ashmore from Staffordshire, C. Hyde from Oxfordshire, P. Whittall from Norfolk, C. Billin from Surrey, S. Boorman from Gosport, N. Hemery from Surrey, L. Webster from Warwickshire and Iain Maciver from Isle of Lewis

There is no better way to spend a perfect summer’s evening than at one of the English Heritage Picnic Concerts. Gather a group of friends and family and enjoy the world-class music, relaxed atmosphere and breathtaking settings of Kenwood House and Audley End. Find out more at www.picnicconcerts.com

Congratulations to the 20 winners of a pair of tickets to an English Heritage Picnic Concert: A. Levene from Essex, E. van Boolen from Kent (twice), S. Benson from Lancashire, K. Jackson from Lincolnshire, K. Richards from Mid Glamorgan, J. Bennet from Avon, C. Cooper from West Midlands, P. Williams from Derbyshire, A. Kemp from Devon, S. Driscoll from Bedfordshire, K. Zwick from London, W. Jones from West Midlands, A. Dickinson from Dorset, P. Reardon from Somerset, N. Fosterr from Norfolk, N. Constable from Warwickshire, J. Manning from Kent, G. Coulbeck from East Yorkshire and M. Osborne from Wirral.

Swami’s bespoke surfboards are handcrafted to offer ergonomic excellence teamed with striking imagery. Working with the greatest shapers, they’ve created a range of boards that not only look a breed apart but also surf like dreams. A full quiver of shapes and sizes are available for order online at www.swamisurf.com

Congratulations to F. Da Agueda from Dorset and J. Soane from East Sussex who have both won a £250 voucher to spend to spend at Swami’s surf shop.

My Cool Caravan is a book by Jane-Field Lewis and Chris Haddon. It features gorgeous photographs of forty super-stylish caravans of all vintages from across the world.

Anova Books is a new, independent publishing company, but ‘new’ with a heritage. That heritage consists of a great team of experienced publishing professionals and several established publishing imprints – Batsford, Collins & Brown, Conway, Pavilion, Robson and Salamander – which complement newer publishing ventures such as Portico and National Trust Books. www.anovabooks.com

Congratulations to the 35 winners of a copy of  My Cool Caravan: J. Osborne from Cornwall, M. Hartley from Buckinghamshire, R. Howatson-Storey from Birmingham, H. Laughton from Shropshire, Emily from Dorset, E. Andrews from Yorkshire, J. Burns from County Down, P. Honeyman from Bristol, M. Palfreman from West Sussex, J. Blackburn from Yorkshire, C. Nunn from Bristol, C. Bourne from West Midlands, A. Taylors from Dorset, J. Voisey from Plymouth, M. Perry from Hampshire, K. Daskalaki from Midlothian, T. Rugman from Worcestershire, D. French from Sussex, R. Trusdale from Lanarkshire, C. Whitney from Grimsby, G. Holt from Herts, L. King from Perthshire, D. Cook from Notts, E. Phipps from Greater Manchester, N. Newberry from Derbyshire, P. Rusling from Dorset, G. Blanch from E. Sussex, G. Davis from Hampshire, P. Austin from Hartlepool, A. Collins from Lothian, J. Armitage from West Yorkshire, H. Catling from Cambridgeshire, J. Baker from Tyne and Wear, L. Hoddinott from Somerset and P. Machin from West Sussex.

It gives us great pleasure to announce that the picnic season is officially here! So, this week we’re giving away five of our very special picnic hamper sets, complete with Cornishware crockery, a luxurious picnic rug, plus – to help you find the perfect spot – a map of Britain and Ireland.

Congratulations to L. Granger from Yorkshire, J. Harris from Kent, A. Colgan from London, P. Westbury from Staffordshire and S. Porteous from Yorkshire, who have all won a lovely picnic hamper set.

At Biscuiteers, they love biscuits more than most people do. In fact, they’re a tad obsessed, which is why they always send their friends tins full of their delicious iced biccies on their birthdays and anniversaries, for holidays or just to say thanks for a lovely weekend. It’s not that they don’t love flowers, chocs and all the rest – it’s just that biscuits make a nice change.

Congratulations to the 16 winners of a Biscuiteers Flower Power tin: J. Rodgers from the West Midlands, A. White from West Yorkshire, N. Henry from Cornwall, A. Allan from Dorset, N. Ryall from Lancashire, E. Vincent from Avon, T. Jefford from Cambridgeshire, J. Wilman from Surrey, V. Smith from Yorkshire, M. Jackson from Hampshire, S. Lambton from Surrey, G. Oliver from Yorkshire, C. Beeson from Gloucestershire, T. Hickman from Lancashire, R. Rocheleau from West Sussex and A. Stentiford from Surrey.

Celebrate the warmer weather with our favourite golden hoppy ale: Badger Hopping Hare. Our friends and neighbours – the independent brewery, Hall and Woodhouse – are giving you the chance to win 20 cases, each containing eight bottles.

Congratulations to the 20 winners of a case of Hopping Hare: R. Trusdale from Glasgow, J. Barber from Lancashire, S. Read from Northants, V. Blakeley from Tameside, E. Platt from Dorset, J. Earl from Cambridgeshire, C. Holford from Buckinghamshire, E. Basire from Dorset, R. Groves from Dorset, P. Braine from London, S. Heron from Belfast, R. Hinton from Oxford, G. Fabrowska from London, A. Devine from Surrey, J. Ellerby from Yorkshire, D. Bryson from Derby, S. Walker from East Sussex, D. Flanagan from West Midlands, L. Hemming from Wiltshire and P. Cockerill from Lancashire.

Margo Selby launched her first collection in 2003 and has rapidly become recognised as a pioneer within contemporary textiles. She has won numerous craft and design awards and been involved with high profile design projects, including the BBC Mastercrafts series, on which she was the weave mentor.

Margo is passionate about design and has a positive approach to working alongside other designers and companies with a similar ethos. Her trademark patterns and textures are now sold internationally and are fast becoming coveted contemporary classics. There are some exciting projects in the pipeline so keep an eye on her website

Congratulations to our two lucky winners of  a 2-day weaving course with Margo Selby: D. Wallace from Hampshire and L. Morrison from East Sussex

Dedicated to changing perceptions about wool, The Wool Room was born by a group of people who passionately believe that products made from wool fibre can help everybody live a happy and healthier life. Wool is a natural and renewable resource and has many excellent performance benefits, helping you to sleep better and live a more natural lifestyle.

The Wool Room stocks a wide range of wool duvets and bedding products as well as interior lifestyle items, wool accessories and even sheep!

Congratulations to our two lucky winners of  bedding sets from The Wool Room: A. Prior from Dorset and J. Burgess from Somerset

Guy Mallinson has constructed a unqiue woodland camp, designed for arts and crafts courses taught by contemporary craftsmen, using specialist tools. In the peaceful woodland setting in Dorset, the camp is perfect for a short break or longer holiday, with accommodation of all types nearby, including their own woodland camping pitches and rental of private “bodgers shelters”.

Courses are suitable for all levels, and children’s woodwork courses are also on offer. All materials are provided, personally and locally sourced from sustainable sources, and the wooden equipment used and craft techniques taught are ancient, dust-free and peaceful

Congratulations to M. Byrom from North Yorkshire, winner of a 2 day Guy Mallinson course for 2 people.

Alison Howell’s Foot Trails offers peaceful and inspiring walking holidays for beginners to more experienced travellers. Its innovative and award-winning walking holidays combine spectacular walks in rural south west England with gorgeous country inns. Guests can choose from a range of guided or independent (self-guided) walking holidays in Wiltshire, Dorset, Somerset or The Cotswolds. If you have always wanted to explore the countryside on foot but not known where to begin, now is your chance to walk with expert advice.

Congratulations to the lucky winner of a £500 Foot Trails voucher, E. Butryn from London.

Frank & Faith is a Dorset based, socially conscious clothing label launched in Autumn 2006 by fashion designer and buyer, “Faith”, and husband, “Frank”. Their founding philosophy is that their clothes look beautiful and fashionable but are manufactured in an ethical and sustainable way.

Frank & Faith clothes will always use organic, recycled or sustainable yarns and fabrics, be made ethically, and with equal importance – will always be fashionable. They use a “Made in Britain” label to further promote locally produced goods and industries.

Congratulations to our two lucky winners of £250 Frank & Faith vouchers: M. Newton from Notts & L. Burke from South Yorkshire

Feather Down Farm Days offers a unique UK holiday staying in luxury tented accommodation on working farms in some of the most stunning rural locations. The Feather Down farmers are passionate about sharing their extensive knowledge about farming and the countryside with their guests, making their holidays perfect for people searching for an authentic rural experience.

Click here to visit Feather Down Farm Days

Congratulations to our lucky winner of a Feather Down Farm Days holiday for up to 6 people: K. Berrie form Essex

Inspired by their Cornish surroundings and the amazing coastline of the British Isles, The Atlantic Blanket Company has created a gorgeous collection of high quality woven products. Blending contemporary design and colour with traditional weaving methods and natural fabrics, their blankets and throws are the perfect addition to any decorative scheme.
www.atlanticblankets.com

Congratulations to N. Currie – London, winner of the 100% cashmere throw.

ZOCA offers active clothing that’s designed to inspire. They believe it’s time to think differently about active wear, so they only use premium fabrics, and only ever manufacture in the EU – to exacting standards.

As a team, they’re up for most challenges – from climbing Mont Blanc to horse riding the length of Great Britain – talk about ‘living the brand’!

Click here to visit ZOCA Active

Congratulations to our lucky winner - C.Garland from Surrey – who will be receiving a £500 voucher to spend at www.zocaactive.com

T.G.Green & Co. first produced Cornishware in the 1920s. The distinctive blue and white banded pottery owes its name to an employee who said it reminded them of the blue sky and white-crested waves of Cornwall.

Over eight decades, Cornishware adorned millions of British homes and become a design classic. In the 1960s, it was updated by a young designer called Judith Onions. It says much for her skill and sensitivity that this restyled range was embraced as warmly as the originals had been.

Over the past 20 years, the range has become highly prized by collectors, with the sighting of both rare original designs and Onions classics the subject of much excitement – and ever-increasing prices.

Congratulations to our 15 winners – they’ll be receiving a set of Cornishware Love Cups soon.
C. Hill – London, A. Hendy – Glamorgan, T. Michael – Yorkshire, T. Thornton – Norfolk, D. Burns – Hampshire, S. Skinner – Kent, D. Phillips – Hertfordshire, J. Rowan – Down, L. Gurney – Bedfordshire, E. Ward-Robinson – Essex, J. Glanville-Thomas – Warwickshire, S. Betts-Bucke – Berkshire, G. Nichols – East Sussex, S. Harpley – Norfolk, J. Harris – Flintshire

Within a few steps of the water on the banks of the River Dart, the Dart Marina Hotel and Spa in Devon has an ambience of unpretentious style, impeccable facilities and immense warmth. Put simply, Dart Marina combines the breathtaking natural surroundings of South Devon with superb facilities and culinary excellence.

Congratulations to the winners of a stay at the Dart Marina Hotel & Spa:
First week: G.Parr from W.Sussex
Second week: T. Scranage from Devon

Debrett’s is the modern authority on all matters of etiquette, social occasions, people of distinction and fine style.

Visit the Debrett’s website here

Congratulation to the lucky winners of a pair of Debretts 2010 his & hers diaries: K. Bourton – Oxfordshire, K. Walton – Gloucestershire, S. Blake – Middlesex, C. Vincent – Bedfordshire, D. Whitworth – Derbyshire, S. Vallis – Devon, A. Congedo – Somerset, H. Varty – London, V. Barata – West Midlands, M. Mascall – Hertfordshire

Puresha (you pronounce it PUR-EE-SHA) is a beautiful online space for you to discover exclusive, cult, natural and organic brands for all the family. They seek out the most interesting and unique products from around the globe that deliver all the benefits of a typical beauty regime and are made with love, without nasty chemicals.

To find out more about Puresha, click here

Congratulations to our 5 winners of Puresha sets of eco-chic beauty products: L.McGreal – Sheffield, S.Dodds – Shrewsbury, P.White – Reading, A.Spicer – Letchworth, D.Cook – Dagenham.

Anorak is a specialist in style driven, durable outdoor products such as travel, camping and garden accessories. It was launched in January 2008 by designer Laurie Robertson after she graduated with a masters in printed textiles from the RCA.

Childhood memories of family camping adventures were the inspiration behind the brand and her vision is to encourage people to treat their outdoor space as their living room, bringing with them on their travels the warmth and comfort of their own home.

Anorak is an eco-conscious company. And as more and more production lines are taken overseas at significant cost to the environment and working economy, Anorak remains loyal to the British industry with the entire range manufactured in the UK.

To find out more about Anorak please click here

Congratulations to our 5 winners of an Anorak satchel, picnic rug and toiletry bag: P. Scally – Sandwich, A. Smyth-Cairns – Argyll and Bute, D. Taylor – Killamarsh, M. Matthews – Saffron Walden, J.Stewart – Corsham

Ascension have searched near and far to put together a brilliant range of fashion and lifestyle brands for women, men and children, that is as much green and fair as it is stylish and chic. Everything is made consciously using organic fibres and fair trade fabrics wherever possible, so you can shop ethically without compromising on style.

To find out more click here

Congratulations to our 5 winners of an Ascension organic bathroom hamper: F. Ramos – Taunton, R. Martin – Ashford, J. Else – Bolton, A.Tridgell – London, A.Wenham – Banbury

The Beckford Arms is a brilliant country inn located on the edge of the rolling parkland of the Fonthill Estate in south Wiltshire just off the A303 – only twenty minutes from Stonehenge and Salisbury, and under two hours from London by car or train.

To find out more about the Beckford Arms click here

Congratulations to our 2 winners of a 3 night stay at The Beckford Arms: R.hastings – Spalding, V.Cooke – Corsham

Our friends at the Gluttonous Gardener believe the perfect gift should contain an element for instant delight accompanied by a living plant to nurture and enjoy for many years to come.

Described by food writer Matthew Fort as: “One of the loveliest sites on the whole worldwide web”, they have, over the past 15 years, continued to delight lucky recipients nationwide with their distinctive range of over 50 gifts.

Congratulations to our 10 winners of £50 Gluttonous Gardener’s vouchers: A.Reeves – Dundee, A.Vermond – Brighton, C.Jury – Bridgend, K.Hunter – Poole, A.Kostuch – Bedford, S.Gill – Reading, M.Pearson – Hull, M.Moore – Leamington Spa, C.Fox – Bolton, H.Doran – Plymouth.

Generations of inhabitants have helped shape the English countryside – but it has profoundly shaped us too. It has provoked a huge variety of responses from artists, writers, musicians and people who live and work on the land – as well as those who are travelling through it.

English Journeys by Penguin Books celebrates this long tradition with a series of twenty books on all aspects of the countryside, from stargazey pie and country churches, to man’s relationship with nature and songs celebrating the patterns of the countryside (as well as ghosts and love-struck soldiers).

Congratulations to our 5 winners of a set of English Journeys: P.Jayakumar – Leeds, D.Perkins – Lewisham, S.Larkins – Bordon, M.Rayner – Manchester, J.Stephen – Newcastle upon Tyne

London Jazz Festival in association with BBC Radio 3 is the biggest pan-London music festival of its kind. Every November for 10 days it makes its mark on the capital, giving Londoners the chance to experience this innovative genre in a variety of settings.

The Festival runs from Friday 13 to Sunday 22 November 2009 in venues across London.

Congratulations to our winners of tickets to London Jazz Festival events: S.Hales – Arundel, T.Higgins – Ipswich, H.Olley – Norwich, K.Bates – London, P.Burton – Winchester, H.Bolderston – Bournemouth, L.Liney – W.Wickham, J.Wierzbicka – Blackpool, S.Stalker – Knaresborough, P.Hickey – Hereford, A.Connor – Leeds, A.Roberts – Edinburgh, M.Shorrocks – Weybridge,V.Ashdown – Much Wenlock

Pitchup.com is a new website that matches users with their perfect campsite or holiday park. They make it easy to sift through 5,000 listings – explore sites near festivals, or attractions like beaches and national parks – based on 79 different criteria such as whether they have wifi and they allow campfires. Pitchup.com is free to both users and campsite managers.

Congratulations to our 2 winners of a short break in a luxurious six-sleeper yurt at Great Langdale National Trust campsite in the Lake District, courtesy of Long Valley Yurts and Pitchup.com : A.Biggs – Chorley, R.Marshall – Perth

Taking its inspiration from J.B. Priestley’s 1949 book Delight (a magical and unexpected collection of essays from a self-confessed ‘old monster’), Modern Delight is an anthology filled with musings on themes universal, personal, eccentric and everyday – from Harry Hill on the pleasure of tormenting telemarketers and Tom Stoppard who delights in a day when nobody wants him for anything, to Jeremy Paxman on the wonder of frogspawn and India Knight who can’t get enough of twitter.

Available from Waterstones

Congratulations to our 20 winners of a copy of Modern Delight: S.Bradford – E.Yorkshire, P.Baisley – Dorset, K.Finn – London, J.Roberts – Nottinghamshire, M.Kitson – Dorset, P.Kieran – Merseyside, A.Bain – London, E.Duggan – Stockport, M.Duguid – Aberdeen, G.Reid – Angus, J.Clay – Cumbria, P.Wyeth – Leicestershire, J.Wiley – Hampshire, N.Perrotton – Argyll, V.Corder – Yorkshire, J.Newton – Cardiff, J.Daniells – Hampshire, D.Gawthrope – S.Yorkshire, K.Cameron – Lancashire, S.Turner – Hants

Why send flowers when you can send biscuits instead?

Biscuiteers love biscuits more than most people. In fact, they’re a bit obsessed, which is why they always send their friends tins full of delicious iced biccies on their birthdays and anniversaries, for holidays or just to say thanks for a lovely weekend.

It’s not that they don’t love flowers, chocs or all the rest, it’s just that it makes a nice change. So they came up with Biscuiteers. The idea’s really very simple: you just choose the biscuit collection you want to send, fill in the message details and then leave the rest to them.

Congratulations to: A.Dorrian – Inverclyde, J.Titus – Surrey, K.Bingham – Hampshire, H.Lambert – London, H.Lambert – London, S.Hughes – Worcestershire, V.Babla – Essex, D.Bedford – Cambridgeshire, L.Johnson – Hampshire, E.Rodgers – Devon, J.Gordon – Aberdeenshire, M.Lane – Avon, P.Gilthorpe – Derbyshire, K.Shanahan – Lincolnshire, A.Patterson – Durham, the 15 winners of a tin of beautiful biscuits from Biscuiteers

British jewellery designer Alex Monroe grew up in Suffolk surrounded by fields, rivers and the creatures that inhabit both. He trained at Sir John Cass School Of Art in London, and uses nature to inspire his whimsical, intricately beautiful jewellery. Alex’s greatest inspiration is nature. But whether it’s the hedgerows of Suffolk or the Tuscan hills, his designs always remain inherently English.

To find out more visit www.alexmonroe.com

Congratulations to: J.Booty – Cardiff, S.Marshall – Bucks, J.Bird – Bristol, S.Skelding – Staffordshire, J.Massen – Surrey, the five winners of a £100 voucher to spend at www.alexmonroe.com

Inspired by the idyllic British countryside, Green & Spring products are created using herbs and flowers native to the British Isles – cherished for their therapeutic qualities by English apothecaries for hundreds of years.

To find out more visit www.greenandspring.com

Congratulations to P.Terry – London, winner of Green & Spring’s entire range of natural bath and body products, worth £500.

Clipper’s range is made with pure ingredients and a clear conscience. They use only the highest quality sources, add nothing artificial and strive to improve the welfare of the workers. No wonder they taste so good.

Find out more at www.clipper-teas.com

Congratulations to: L.Duffy – Tyne and Wear, C.Williams – S Glamorgan, R.Young – Surrey, E.Franklin – Merseyside, D.Mitchell – Hampshire, C.Owen – Pembrokeshire, M.Pichova – Worcestershire, H.Cull – Hertfordshire, A.Haffenden – Buckinghamshire, P.Thompson – Devon, S.Griffiths – Sussex, P.Bateson – Kent, D.Snowdon – Devon, A.Thompson – Cumbria, N.Scaife – Derbyshire winners of a Clipper hamper.

The Scarlet Hotel is a luxury 37 bedroom hotel built to the highest eco standards. It’s situated right on the beach at Mawgan Porth, north Cornwall and boasts delicious locally sourced food and the best Ayurvedic spa you can imagine.

www.scarlethotel.co.uk

Congratulations to: M.Jewell – London, winner of two nights stay at the Scarlet Hotel.

Feel Good Drinks is an independent soft drinks company with two simple aims: to make gorgeous, fruity drinks packed full of good stuff, and to have some fun.

www.feelgooddrinks.co.uk

Congratulations to: J.Quilter – S.Yorkshire, H.Price – Somerset, P.Goff – W.Yorkshire, D.Byers – Carmarthenshire, A.Hepburn – Surrey, C.Cervenak – Tyne and Wear, L.Procter – Lancashire, A.Marshall – Essex, S.Loder – Manchester, J.Richards – Leicestershire, L.Jones – Merseyside, N.Cronk – Dorset, C.Henthorn – Manchester, G.Simpsons – Cornwall, C.Taylor – Wiltshire, S.Barrell – Buckinghamshire, C.Fawkner – W.Midlands, M.Wright – Hertfordshire, D.Parr – Lancashire, M.Maher – Oxfordshire, M.Hervey-Murray – Suffolk, winners of a case of Feel Good Drinks

Farm & Cottage Holidays offer an amazing selection of hand-picked properties in superb rural and coastal locations throughout Dorset and the West Country.

Whether it’s a holiday for the whole family or just for the two of you, there is something to suit everyone: beautiful barn conversions, luxury apartments, unique log cabins, quaint cottages, and funky organic farms.

With properties sleeping from 2 to 22 and pets welcome at over 50% of them, a true home-from-home experience is assured with Farm & Cottage Holidays.

www.holidaycottages.co.uk

Congratulations to: D.Beagley – Surrey, winner of the £500 holiday voucher.

Based just down the road from us at Naish Farm in Dorset, Honeybuns bake their products far slower than larger bakeries do. By setting their oven temperature to ‘low’ they allow flavours to mingle and develop properly. Batches are small and their products are made only from natural ingredients. All Honeybuns products are wheat-free and many are gluten-free and dairy-free too. They’re perfect for picnics or as a tea-time treat.
www.honeybuns.co.uk

Congratulations to: G. Bumfrey – Herefordshire, F. Jourdan – Bristol, H. Beeley – London, L. Claydon – Suffolk, S. Cox – Dorset, C. Colgrave – Hampshire, N. Cooper – London, B. Hills – Brighton, S. Cross-Bourton – Somerset, R. Nokling – Lancs, S. Freeman – Warwickshire, M. Rymer – Shropshire, M. Erskine – Nottinghamshire, M. Garrett – Essex, winners of the Honeybuns goodie bags.

The award-winning Hand Picked Hotels collection, created by former City lawyer Julia Hands, comprises luxurious country house hotels renowned for exquisite food, fine wines and excellent service in stylish, relaxing surroundings. There are 17 hotels across the UK, with locations ranging from the New Forest and Jersey to Yorkshire and Edinburgh.

Congratulations to E. Reid-Peters of Hampshire, winner of an overnight stay in one of Hand Picked Hotels’ stylish suites.

Hope & Benson produce an exquisite range of handmade designer handbags, purses and accessories – lovingly handmade in England and Ireland using the finest British and Irish tweeds.
www.hopeandbenson.com

Congratulations to S.Thorpe – South Yorkshire, winner of the £500 voucher to spend on the Spring Summer ‘09 collection.

Hush is all about relaxing in style – gorgeous cotton pyjamas to wear in and out of the bedroom, slouchy summer knits that are the ultimate in comfort, and silk sun dresses that will make you the envy of your fellow holidaymakers.
www.hush-uk.com

Congratulations to J Hunt – London winner of the £500 Hush beach bag full of holiday outfits.

Olives Et Al was launched in 1992 with one simple aim – to share high-quality olives with a wider audience.  Since then, they’ve gone on to produce fantastic oils, balsamic vinegars, sauces, snacks, kiln roasted nuts, dressings and marinades. And to this day, founders Annie and Giles Henschel continue to source all the basic ingredients themselves.
www.olivesetal.com

Congratulations to P Requena – Isle of Wight, Isabel Mason – West Midlands, Gary Bristol – Essex, V Stephens – Herefordshire, A Korzun – London, R Farrell – Herts, D Ramsay – Glos and R Clack – Glos, winners of the Olives Et Al hampers.

Recipes can take years to perfect and House of Dorchester is dedicated to creating the highest quality chocolate full of subtle flavours. Traditional methods are still the best way of creating House of Dorchester chocolates’ wonderful centres, which are hand finished with panache, elegance and style. House of Dorchester is proud to use these these time-honoured techniques to craft its fondants, truffles, marzipan, praline and, of course, its secret recipe chocolate.
www.hodchoc.com

Congratulations to F Pichler – London, J Morris – Leicestershire, A Dixon – Cheshire, K Sharp – Somerset, C Grant – Highland, M Burt – West Midlands, S Marriott – Merseyside, H Curtis – West Midlands,  J King – Derbyshire, F Stanier – Lancashire, J Macmillan – Cardiff, A Alter – Essex, M Blackham – Dorset, L MacLeod – Northumberland, A Stordy – Suffolk, J Everitt – Herts, K Rainferd – Yorkshire and C McDowall – Devon, winners of the chocolate boxes

Rockett St George pride themselves on offering an eclectic mix of contemporary home ware and gifts with a strong emphasis on style and value for money. From pretty tea light holders to amazing wall stickers they offer a host of gorgeous products to transform your home.
www.rockettstgeorge.co.uk

Congratulations to E Waters – Kent, L Plom – Surrey and T Clements – Hampshire, winners of a beautiful two-part handcrafted work of art.

Hope & Benson produce an exquisite range of handmade designer handbags, purses and accessories – lovingly handmade in England and Ireland using the finest British and Irish tweeds.
www.hopeandbenson.com

Congratulations to S.Thorpe – South Yorkshire, winner of the £500 voucher to spend on the Spring Summer ‘09 collection.

Hall & Woodhouse, based in Blandford, Dorset has been brewing Badger real ale since 1777 and is the largest regional family brewer of premium ales in the Country. It produces some of the UK’s most distinctive bottled ales and premium cider, using time-honoured practices and combining the very best raw ingredients and traditional flavours from the countryside, with naturally filtered Dorset spring water.
www.hall-woodhouse.co.uk

Congratulations to I. Jones – West Midlands,  C. Kynaston – Bucks,  R Ward – Beds,  D. Elsom – East Yorkshire,  V Beauchamp – South Yorkshire,  C. Allen- Worcester,  M. Rowley – Lancs,  M. Parrack – Wiltshire,  P. Friston -  Suffolk,  D. Bull – London, winners of the limited edition Badger ale presentation cases with 10 bottles of Badger’s year-round ale.

The Eastbury Hotel is a fine example of an early Georgian residence. Typical of the period, it has graceful, light and spacious rooms which offer home-from-home comfort throughout. Located in the heart of historic Sherborne, you can relax in our walled garden while only being a short walk from all the town’s shops and amenities.
www.theeastburyhotel.co.uk

Congratulations to J. Pepper, South Yorkshire winner of the short break for two at The Eastbury Hotel.

Leiths School of Food and Wine teach classic and creative cookery in a professional but informal atmosphere. Students leave Leiths with all the essential skills and confidence necessary to be a success. A first class cookery school for professional and amateur cooks.
www.leiths.com

Congratulations to J. Woodham, London
winner of the Leiths £500 cooking course.

Saltwater is a British clothing design label based in London and Cornwall. Aiming to bring a fresh approach to fashion, their clothes are all about beautiful colour, selected cloth, great design and close attention to detail. Saltwater try to make very special clothes which you’ll love to wear and love to keep.
www.saltwater.net

Congratulations to K. Fraser, Aberdeenshire
winner of the £500 voucher for Saltwater SS09 collection.