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Autumn Short Breaks & Prize Draws


As most holiday seasons come to an end,
Wales is finding its second breath. 
And we think Autumn is a great time for events.
We're so proud of all we have to offer, we're giving 10 people
the chance to win specially made VIP festival experiences.
Including exclusive treats like: fine dining, helicopter rides, masterclasses, tickets to a black tie Gala Dinner
and a large hamper of Welsh goodies to name just a few.

 

*PRIZE DRAW* Win a Welsh food break for two!


Good Food       Enter now and find out which celebrity chefs are visiting your area with Good Food’s new series of Market Kitchen: Big Adventure. Don’t miss the chance to see celebrity chefs in action and win a Welsh food break for two!

Enter the prize draw to win:

  • A two night stay for two at the Grade II listed Llansantffraed Court Hotel and Restaurant inc. dinner & breakfast.
  • Enjoy an authentic charcuterie experience at the nearby Trealy Farm, including a tour of the farm, an animal handling lesson, tasting of home produced charcuterie with a discussion on the basic processes, creating your own sausage recipe, get hands-on by making sausages and curing your own bacon.
  • Complete the day with an afternoon tour of the Ancre Hill Estate vineyard, including sampling great Welsh wines and enjoying a lunch of authentic Welsh produce including cheeses, breads and homemade chutney.

Enter now on the Good Food website 

Entrants must be over the age of 18 and UK residents

*PRIZE DRAW NOW CLOSED* Abergavenny Food Festival ~ 18 - 19 September 2010


Abergavenny Food Festival autumn      Whether you refer to it as the 'Cannes' or the 'Glastonbury' of food festivals, it's safe to say that the Abergavenny Food Festival is a pretty big deal in the 'foodie' social calendar. It's quickly becoming the place to be seen if you're a famous chef - or like us, fancy trying something a bit different for your dinner.

Which is why you won't want to miss the chance to:

  • Eat out at two of Abergavenny's finest restaurants,
  • Take part in food masterclasses,
  • Stroll around the 196 food stalls,
  • Walk around Sugarloaf vineyard,
  • Attend a party at a castle,
  • Stay at the Gliffaes Hotel.
Find out more about Abergavenny Food Festival

*PRIZE DRAW NOW CLOSED* Cardiff Cheese Festival ~ 25 - 26 September 2010


Cheese Festival cow

Nothing can beat a bit of cheese, or 'caws' as we like to call it. We love it so much here in Wales we've created a festival in its honour. There'll be plenty of tasters to choose from, so it doesn't matter if you don't know your 'crumbly' from your Caerphilly or your 'strong' from your Stilton, chances are you'll find something you'll love.

Enter our prize draw to win:

  • Entry to the site.
  • A chance to join the judges at the Export Awards.
  • A free masterclass or demo.
  • A chance to meet Juliet Harbutt, world cheese expert, broadcaster, writer and founder of the British Cheese Awards.
  • A copy of Juliet Harbutt's award winning The World Cheese Book.
  • A free hamper of cheeses.

*PRIZE DRAW NOW CLOSED* Anglesey Oyster Festival ~ 9 - 10 October 2010


Oyster box out Image       Whether your reaction to oysters is 'ew' or 'yum' the Anglesey Oyster Festival will have something to excite you. It could be the numerous food stalls, the stunning seaside location, the live music or the freshness of the seafood.

Enter our prize draw to win:

  • 1 night at the Trearddur Bay Hotel with Breakfast for two.
  • Entrance to the festival.
  • Two tickets to the black tie Gala Dinner.
  • A large hamper of Welsh goodies to take home.

*PRIZE DRAW NOW CLOSED* Dylan Thomas Festival ~ 27 October - 9 November 2010


Dylan Thomas Festival

Dylan Thomas is arguably one of Wales' most famous sons. This is why we've put together a festival celebrating his life and work. The event takes place in his hometown of Swansea, so it gives you a chance to seek inspiration from his surroundings.

Enter our prize draw to win:

  • A pair of tickets to any festival event.
  • A personal tour of the DT exhibition by the curator.
  • A one-to-one poetry workshop.
  • A Dylan Thomas Centre goodie bag.
  • One year's membership to the Dylan Thomas Centre Friends Scheme.
  • Accommodation for two.

*PRIZE DRAW NOW CLOSED* Swn Festival ~ 21 - 23 October 2010


Swn Festival boxout       Over 150 bands in venues across Cardiff over the evenings of Thursday 21st, Friday 22nd and through the afternoon and evening of Saturday 23rd October, finishing with a massive Silent Disco closing party that night.

Enter our prize draw to win:

  • 2 stroller wristbands giving access to:
  • Clwb Ifor Bach.
  • Buffalo Bar.
  • Cardiff Arts Institute.
  • Dempseys.
  • Y Fuwch Goch.
  • The Model Inn
  • and Chapter Arts Centre.

*PRIZE DRAW NOW CLOSED* Wales Rally GB ~ 11 - 14 November 2010


Wales Rally GB boxout       Combine cars, mud and the Welsh terrain and you have Wales Rally GB. It's the perfect event for anyone who loves their motorsports mixed with some stunning views and a warm Welsh welcome.

Enter our prize draw to win:

  • Accommodation for two.
  • Access to the heated marquee.
  • Private bar.
  • Breakfast and lunch.
  • Helicopter transfers to and from the event.