Win a £50 Cash Prize!

Complete the wordsearch in our magazines and the letters remaining will reveal a hidden phrase. Complete the competition entry form below with that hidden phrase for your chance to win a £50 cash prize! One winner will be chosen at random after our closing date.

Closing date 2nd November 2026.

Win Four Tickets to see 'A Christmas Carol’ at The Albany Theatre, Coventry in December!

In Dickensian London this Christmas, not all is as it seems. The fog descends, the lights flicker, and strange things start happening to Ebenezer Scrooge. Join us at The Albany Theatre for this atmospheric re-telling of Charles Dickens’ enduring tale of redemption.

From the ghosts of Christmas past, present and future, to the plucky Cratchits, this is an adaptation that draws you in, that pulls you forward in your seat and holds you mesmerised from the very first “Bah Humbug”.

A Christmas Carol will be performed from 5^th-24^th December. A selection of matinee and evening performances are available throughout the run.

To be in with a chance of winning four tickets, simply answer the following question:

Who wrote A Christmas Carol?

a)   William Thackeray
b)   Thomas Hardy
c)   Charles Dickens

Please send your answer to the above question before 2nd November 2026 by completing the competition entry form below.

A Christmas Carol is on at The Albany Theatre on 5th-24th December. Tickets are available through the Box Office on 024 7699 8964 or online at www.albanytheatre.co.uk.

Win a Pair of Tickets to 'James B Partridge & The Big Christmas Assembly' at The Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham on Saturday 12th December!

Get ready to kick off Christmas in spectacular style with James B Partridge & The Big Christmas Assembly bringing festive fun, fabulous music and plenty of Christmas cheer!

Expect a joyous, high-energy festive spectacular packed with music, laughter, sparkle and all the ingredients for a Christmas party to remember.

We’ve got two pairs of tickets to give away to one lucky winner - so get involved for your chance to be there by simply answering the following question:

Complete the next line of the song: Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells…

a)   Jingle all the bells
b)   Jingle all the time
c)   Jingle all the way

Please send your answer to the above question before 2nd November 2026 by completing the competition entry form below.

Win Two Tickets to 'The Funhouse Comedy Show' at The Abbey Theatre, Nuneaton on Friday 20th November at 8pm!

A Night of Live Stand-Up Comedy!

Funhouse Comedy is back at the Abbey Theatre, Nuneaton for a great night of laughter. Topping the bill is Rob Mulholland. He’s mastered the art of exaggerated anger, raging against anything on his radar… if you like your comedians angry, Mulholland’s your man.

Also appearing is Mad Ron, a brilliant 60s gangster character act who has been going down a storm at clubs across the country.

Completing the line-up is Alex Cahill. Compere for the night will be James Cook.

Grab your tickets now and prepare for an unforgettable night of top-notch stand-up comedy!

To win two tickets to the show please answer the following question:

Which comedian is known as the "Big Yin"?

a)   Al Murray
b)   Billy Connolly
c)   Greg Davies

Please send your answer to the above question before 2nd November 2026 by completing the competition entry form below.

The Funhouse Comedy Show is on at The Abbey Theatre on 20th November. Tickets are available through the Box Office on 024 7632 7359, or by email at: office@abbeytheatre.co.uk or online at www.abbeytheatre.co.uk/.

Win a Family Ticket to The Cursed Guildhall on 29th or 30th October!

Join us at St Mary’s Guildhall for Halloween with witches and plague, a spooky, immersive experience perfect for families.

Meet Gertie the Witch and her mischievous friends as they take over the Great Hall with potions, spells and wicked fun.

Enjoy a plague-themed family trail, Halloween crafts, potion-making, gaming kiosks, costumes and interactive storytelling throughout the Guildhall.

To be in with a chance of winning a family ticket (2 adults and up to a maximum of 3 children) into St Mary’s Guildhall on either 29^th or 30^th October 2026, simply answer the following question:

Before pumpkins became the undisputed heavyweight champions of Halloween carving, what root vegetable did the Irish and Scots traditionally hollow out and carve with terrifying faces?

a)   Potatoes
b)   Swedes
c)   Turnips

Please send your name, address and telephone number before 22nd October 2026, by completing the competition entry form below.

Find out more about St Mary’s Guildhall at www.stmarysguildhall.co.uk.

Win Four Tickets to see 'Newsies The Broadway Musical' at The Albany Theatre, Coventry on Saturday 14th November at 2.30pm!

Newsies is an inspiring, high-energy musical and it’s time to carry the banner and seize the day!

Set in the chaotic streets of 1899 New York City, the story follows Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and dreamer who longs to escape the crowded city life. When powerful newspaper publishers hike up the prices of the papers the kids sell, Jack and his loyal crew of underdogs do the unthinkable: they unite, they strike, and they take on the establishment.

YOG presents Newsies from 11^th -14^th November. To be in with the chance of winning four tickets, simply answer the following question:

What was the name of YOG’s last production presented at the Albany Theatre in May this year?

a)   Shrek The Musical
b)   Annie
c)   Matilda

Please send your answer to the above question before 2nd November 2026 by completing the competition entry form below.

Tickets are also available from The Albany Theatre Box Office on 024 7699 8964 or online at www.albanytheatre.co.uk.

Win a Pair of Tickets to The Festive Gift Fair at the NEC, Birmingham!

For 30 years the Festive Gift Fair has been the annual tradition that kicks off Christmas for thousands of shoppers for four spectacular days of shopping, food, drink and live festive entertainment.

This year, the fair moves into Hall 17 at the NEC - a larger hall to celebrate 30 years in style, with more stalls, and even more festive magic…

You would be crackers to miss it! Visitors can browse 325 eclectic stalls brimming over with thousands upon thousands of unusual gifts, affordable presents, gorgeous decorations, jewellery, crafts, fashion, beauty, toys and artisan food and drink - an eclectic mix of brands from across the UK and beyond. Something for every age, taste and budget, all under one roof.

15 pairs of tickets are up for grabs to The Festive Gift Fair. To be in with a chance of winning one pair of tickets valid for Thursday 19^th or Friday 20^th November, simply answer the following question:

Approximately how many stalls will you find at The Festive Gift Fair?

a)   225
b)   325
c)   425

Please send your answer to the above question before 2nd November 2026 by completing the competition entry form below.

More than just a shopping trip, it’s the start of Christmas! Great value, advance adult tickets from just £8 (plus transaction fee). Take advantage of the ‘BUY 3 and get 1 FREE OFFER’ at  www.festivegiftfair.co.uk.

Win Two Tickets to see 'Calendar Girls' at Rugby Theatre, Rugby on Saturday 24th October at 7.30pm!

When Annie's husband passes away from leukaemia, Annie and her close friend Chris resolve to raise money for a new sofa in the hospital waiting room, by persuading fellow WI members to ditch the traditional knitting and baking for an ‘alternative’ calendar, posing nude behind strategically placed baked goods, flowers, and crafting supplies.

To be in with a chance of winning two tickets, simply answer the following question:

Calendar Girls (The Musical) is based on the Calendar Girls film. In which year was the film released?

a)   2009
b)   2006
c)   2003

Please send your answer to the above question before 19th October 2026 by completing the competition entry form below.

Calendar Girls is on at Rugby Theatre from 24^th - 31st October. Tickets are available through the Box Office on 01788 541234, or by email at box.office@rugbytheatre.co.uk or online at rugbytheatre.co.uk.

Win Four Tickets to see 'Beauty and the Beast' at De Montfort Hall, Leicester on Saturday 12th December at 5pm!

To be in with a chance of winning four tickets to see Beauty and the Beast simply answer the following question:

In Beauty and the Beast, the Prince must find true love before the last petal falls from which enchanted flower?

a)   Daisy
b)   Rose
c)   Tulip

Please send your answer to the above question before 2nd November 2026 by completing the competition entry form below.

Tickets to see Beauty and the Beast are available through the Box Office: 0116 233 3111.

Win a Family Ticket to see 'Cinderella' at The Royal Spa Centre & Town Hall, Leamington Spa on Friday 4th December at 7pm!

To be in with a chance of winning a family ticket (two adults, two children) to see Cinderella simply answer the following question:

In the story, which of these is turned into a coach for Cinderella to get to the ball? 

a)   Butternut Squash
b)   Turnip
c)   Pumpkin

Please send your answer to the above question before 2nd November 2026 by completing the competition entry form below.

Tickets to see Cinderella are available through the Box Office: 01926 334418.

Win Four Tickets to see 'Mother Goose' at The Benn Hall, Rugby on Tuesday 22nd December at 6.30pm!

To be in with a chance of winning four tickets to see Mother Goose simply answer the following question:

In the story of Mother Goose, what is the name of the goose who lays the golden eggs?

a)   Priscilla
b)   Vanessa
c)   Clarissa

Please send your answer to the above question before 2nd November 2026 by completing the competition entry form below.

Mother Goose is on at The Benn Hall, Rugby, from 22^nd – 28th December. Tickets are available through the Box Office on 01788 533719, or online at www.bennhall.co.uk.

Win a Three Course Meal for Four at Coombe Abbey Hotel's Garden Room Restaurant!

Step into the Garden Room Restaurant at Coombe Abbey Hotel, a beautifully restored dining space filled with period charm, soft lighting and an atmosphere to remember.

One lucky winner will enjoy a three-course meal for four guests from the A La Carte menu (to the value of £40 per person). Any additional spend or drinks must be settled on the evening.

The winner can book any date up to 30^th June 2027, subject to availability.

To be in with a chance of winning, simply answer the following question:

Which member of the Royal Family lived on the Coombe Abbey estate for a time in the 16^th century?

a)   Princess Elizabeth
b)   Henry VIII
c)   Mary I

Please send your answer to the above question before 2nd November 2026, by completing the competition entry form below.

*The prize is non-exchangeable, non-transferable, and no cash alternatives will be offered, subject to availability. Winners must comply with all venue policies.

Win a Family Ticket to see Rabble Youth Theatre perform 'High School Musical on Stage' at The Abbey Theatre, Nuneaton on Friday 4th December at 7.30pm!

Rabble Youth Theatre is based in Nuneaton, Warwickshire at the Abbey Theatre. The group is made up of 8 to 15 year olds from the local area.

Simply answer the following question to be in with a chance of winning a family ticket for 2 adults and 2 children:

In the stage musical High School Musical, what school do Troy, Gabriella and their friends attend?

a)   East High School
b)   West High School
c)   North High School

Please send your answer to the above question before 2nd November 2026 by completing the competition entry form below.

Tickets are £10 and £8 and are available now from the box office on 07432 855290 or by visiting www.rabbletheatre.co.uk/.

Win Two Tickets to see 'Come From Away' at The Abbey Theatre, Nuneaton on Thursday 12th November at 7.30pm!

Masqueraders are bringing this critically acclaimed musical to Nuneaton as Come From Away, featuring a wonderful, hilarous script accompanied by a deeply moving score by Irene Sankoff and David Hein, arrives at the Abbey Theatre from 11^th – 14^th November,and you could be there on us!

To be in with a chance of winning a pair of tickets simply answer the following question:

Where is the musical Come From Away set?

a)   London, England
b)   New York, USA
c)   Newfoundland, Canada

Please send your answer to the above question before 2nd November 2026 by completing the competition entry form below.

For tickets visit abth.uk/cfaf.

Win Two Tickets to see 'Waiting For Anya' at St Paul's Church, Nuneaton on Friday 6th November at 7.30pm!

Masqueraders Theatrical Society Juniors are performing Michael Morpurgo’s Waiting For Anya from 5^th – 7^th November.

To be in with a chance of winning a pair of tickets simply answer the following question:

Which of these books was NOT written by Michael Morpurgo?

a)   War Horse
b)   Swallows and Amazons
c)   Waiting For Anya

Please send your answer to the above question before 29th October 2026 by completing the competition entry form below.

Tickets £10 which include refreshments available from abth.uk/anya.

Win Two Tickets to 'The Mediaeval Baebes 30th Anniversary Tour' on Wednesday 16th December in Birmingham!

The internationally acclaimed Mediaeval Baebes are marking an extraordinary milestone: thirty years of timeless song. Celebrating three decades of ethereal music, haunting harmonies and genre-defying artistry, the ensemble will perform at St Martin in the Bull Ring in Birmingham on Wednesday 16th December, as part of their special 30th Anniversary Tour.

Join the Mediaeval Baebes, as they start the evening with a torchlit parade accompanied by a fanfare of medieval instruments and drums. Exulting in the true spirit of Christmas, the enchanting evening of music, theatre and dance will feature tracks from their new album ‘The Spinning Wheel’, alongside much loved seasonal favourites.

For your chance to win a pair of tickets to the Mediaeval Baebes’ 30th Anniversary Concert, simply answer the following question:

Where are the Mediaeval Baebes performing in Tewkesbury?

Please send your answer to the above question before 2nd November 2026 by completing the competition entry form below.

For more information and to book tickets visit www.mediaevalbaebes.com/live.