Competition | Win Tickets to the Mind, Body & Spirit Festival

Ready to refresh your soul, awaken your senses and dive deep into all things wellness, self-love and spirituality? Then next month’s Mind Body Spirit Festival may be for you. Taking place at the NEC Birmingham from 14-16 November 2025, the Mind Body Spirit Festival is celebrating its 10th year at the NEC and is the ultimate celebration of holistic living. The Simple Things has 10 pairs of one-day standard entry tickets up for grabs, worth up to £42 per pair.

As a visitor to the 2025 Mind Body Spirit Festival you can expect to enjoy seven different feature areas, where you can listen to transformational talks on a range of subjects including midlife musings, manifestation and astral projection. Perhaps you’d prefer restorative sound baths or to find out more about healing therapies, yoga, dance and music, plus there will be tarot and psychic readings for the inquisitive. While the Wellbeing Market will showcase over 125 unique brands – ideal for topping up your crystals, essential oils or to simply buy a beautiful gift for yourself or a loved one.

Win tickets to next month’s Mind Body Spirit Festival, and immerse yourself in all things wellbeing and spirituality

Whether you’re a seasoned spiritual seeker or just starting on your journey, this is your chance to discover new tools for personal growth, connect with like-minded souls, explore conscious brands and experiences, or to simply relax, recharge and re-align. The Mind Body Spirit Festival is a great opportunity to be part of something magical.

For more information, inspiration and to buy early bird advance tickets, visit: mindbodyspiritfestival.co.uk/birmingham or follow on Instagram: @mbswellbeing, and on Facebook: @mindbodyspiritfestival

How to enter

For a chance to win one of 10 pairs of tickets to the Mind Body Spirit Festival at NEC Birmingham, enter our competition by clicking the button below by the closing date of 5 November 2025 and answering the following question:

Q: How many years has the festival been taking place at the NEC Birmingham?

Terms and conditions

The competition closes at 11.59pm on 5 November 2025. Ten winners will be selected at random from all correct entries received and notified soon after. Subject to availability. The winners cannot transfer their prize or swap it for cash. Prize is 10 x pairs of one-day standard entry tickets. Travel to and from the event is the winners’ responsibility. Details of our full terms and conditions are on p125 and online at icebergpress.co.uk/comprules.

Competition | Win a shop worth £200 at Gudrun Sjödén

If your wardrobe’s in need of a boost or a bit of colour therapy, enter our competition to win a
Gudrun Sjödén spree

As the weather slowly turns and the seasonal colours blend towards rich, warm tones, it’s time to set sail on a new adventure with Gudrun Sjödén’s latest collection – beautiful, heirloom pieces that could soon be adorning your wardrobe as The Simple Things has two vouchers up for grabs, each worth £200.

Inspired by a journey along the Atlantic Ocean, the latest collection is a patchwork of capsules, all giving their own nod to people, places and concepts. While the striking colours and unique patterns are characteristically typical of the joyous Swedish brand that we know and love.

Explore the remote island of Tristan da Cunha in the South Atlantic Ocean through beautiful clothes that imagine soft silhouettes and tactile, natural fabrics, all in a muted palette of warm greys and muted olive greens.

Meanwhile, the Azores and French painter, Paul Gauguin, have inspired a collection of rich, sumptuous colours – an ideal balance to the cool shades of wintry landscapes. Think oversized squares, stripes and block-coloured fields. The palette is borrowed from the artist’s work, featuring aubergine, burnt orange, bottle green and deep indigo. In particular, the Azores linen smock blouse is a statement piece to love throughout the seasons.

Lambswool, velour and quilted organic cotton provide softness and warmth as the evenings grow chillier, while winter’s prettiest coat, the ‘Alberta’, is crafted in recycled wool and polyester.

Shunning fast changing trends, each Gudrun Sjödén collection is designed as a new chapter in an ongoing story of patterns, textiles and colours. Enter and you could win a voucher, worth £200, to spend on staples that will be loved for generations.

For more info, visit gudrunsjoden.com or follow on Insta at: @gudrunsjoden.ldn. 65-67 Monmouth St, London, WC2H 9DG, or visit the pop-up, 24 Oct - 2 Nov, at Dovecot Studios, 10 Infirmary St, Edinburgh EH1 1LT.

How to enter 

For your chance to win one of two Gudrun Sjödén vouchers, each worth £200, enter our competition now by clicking the button below and answering the following question by the closing date of
5 November 2025.

Q: Which French painter inspired some of this season’s colourful collection?

Terms and conditions:

The competition closes at 11.59pm on 5 November 2025. Two winners will be selected at random from all correct entries received and notified soon after. Subject to availability. The winners cannot transfer their prize or swap it for cash. Details of our full terms and conditions are on p125 and online at: icebergpress.co.uk/comprules.

Competition | Win a Janome 230DC sewing machine

When you’re ready to sew, it’s easy to get started and you can try all types of projects with the JANOME 230DC. We have won to give away to a TST reader

Fully computerised with stitches and settings at the touch of a button, these robust models have lots of easy-to-use features which make sewing a pleasure.

JANOME sewing machines are synonymous with innovation, quality, and ease of use. This
Autumn JANOME have a great all-round sewing machine for one lucky reader to win.

Model 230DC has lots of easy-to-use features which make sewing a pleasure. It is the ideal machine to grow with your skills. Fully computerised with stitches and settings at the touch of a button. No fuss threading with the auto needle threader, top loading bobbin & a hard cover for storage.

The Prize

JANOME 230DC computerised model has 30 stitch choices and three buttonhole styles; this machine is perfect for beginners and more advanced hobbyists alike. Begin your sewing journey with a smooth operating, robustly built JANOME.

How to enter

To be in with a chance of winning just click on the button below and answer the following question by the closing date of 31 October 2025.

Q: How many stitch choices does the Janome 230DC have?

Terms & Conditions

The competition closes at 11.59pm on 31 October 2025. One winner will be selected at random from all correct entries received and notified soon after. Subject to availability. Free delivery of prize within the UK. The winner cannot transfer the prize or swap it for cash. Details of our full terms and conditions are on p125 and online at icebergpress.co.uk/comprules

Special offer

The usual price for the Janome 230DC is £439 but with Janome’s Sewing with Style offer this autumn it’s available at just £389. See all of Janome’s latest offers on their website: https://www.janome.co.uk/special-offers. Visit your local Janome retailer to see the JANOME range or click here to find your nearest store. Follow Janome online at @janomeuk.

Competition | Win one of eight Eco Warrior bundles

Enter our competition for a chance to get your hands on one of eight innovative starter sets,
each worth up to £25

Keeping the whole family clean can feel like a challenge at the best of times, especially if you want to move towards a plastic-free bathroom. Luckily, the launch of Little Soap Company’s Eco Warrior range in 2019 has made that much easier, saving more than two million bottles to date. Its functional bars – including ones for shampoo, shaving, body wash, facial cleansing, exfoliating, a men’s range and new bars for babies and children – are specially formulated to replace an unnecessary plastic bottle, tub, pot or tube. 

In 2022, the company was granted a Queen’s Award for Enterprise for Innovation for its Eco Warrior range. And it’s been establishing its place in bathrooms, with the brand saying that it sells a single Eco Warrior bar every 23 seconds. As well as being cruelty-free and suitable for vegans, each bar is also free from detergents, SLS, sulphates and parabens for a gentle but effective cleansing experience.

Want to discover the range for yourself? We’re giving you the chance to win one of eight Eco Warrior Family Intro Bundles (worth up to £25 each). This naturally sourced and nourishing set includes something for all the family, including the Eco Warrior Shampoo Bar, Sensitive Facial Bar, All Over Body Bar, Baby & Child Relaxing Bedtime Hair & Body Bar, and Men’s All Over Body Bar.

Kind to your skin, hair, wallet, and the planet? Now that’s something we can get excited about.
Available in supermarkets and online at littlesoapcompany.co.uk

How to enter

For your chance to win an Eco Warrior Family Intro Bundle, worth up to £25, enter our competition by clicking the button below and answering the following question by the closing date of 10 October 2025.

Q: In which year was the Little Soap Company’s Eco Warrior range launched?

Terms & conditions

The competition closes at 11.59pm on 10 October 2025. Eight winners will be selected at random from all correct entries received and notified soon after. Subject to availability. The winner cannot transfer the prize or swap it for cash. Details of our full terms and conditions are on p125 and online at icebergpress.co.uk/comprules

Competition | Win a Magical Unique Hideaways Escape

Win a £500 voucher for a unique getaway in the UK

Are you seeking a special getaway in a magical location? At Unique Hideaways, you’ll find a luxury collection of glamping retreats beckoning with dream escapes in beautiful spots across the UK. Simply enter our competition for your chance to win a £500 voucher to spend on your hideaway of choice…

Wild escapism and unique moments

Promising luxury comforts while life settles into a relaxed rhythm with nature, glamping with Unique Hideaways takes you to an enchanting haven in which to unwind. From leafy corners of the forest to salt-kissed clifftops, each hideaway resides in nature and is crafted for wild yet luxurious escapism.

Select your dream spot across hidden corners of the UK and fill your days in ways that speak to the soul. Be it moments enveloped in a cloud-soft duvet and the crisp pages of a book, reclining on a private deck under dappled sunlight with a glass in hand, or tracing trails past rolling oceans and wildflower fields, inspiration awaits at every turn.

Hideaways for every season

From the blooms of spring and golden sun of summer to the auburn hues of autumn and the frost-cloaked scenes of winter, adventure awaits throughout the year with Unique Hideaways.

Discover floating houseboats moored on private banks, treehouses with alfresco bathtubs, and quiet country cabins warmed by wood burners and framed by rolling fields… Just perfect for romantic breaks, dog-friendly sojourns, and getaways with family and friends, each one paints an idyllic portrait to let your mind and feet run wild and free.

How to enter

 To enter just click on the button below and answer the following question:

Q: What is the value of the Unique Hideaways voucher you could win?

T&Cs

The comp closes at 11.59pm on 30 Sept 2025. One winner will be selected at random from all correct entries and notified soon after. Subject to availability. The winner is responsible for transport to and from the property. The winner cannot transfer the prize or swap it for cash. Details of our full terms and conditions are on p129 and online at: icebergpress.co.uk/comprules. Vouchers are subject to standard terms & conditions. Please ignore and report any fake accounts claiming to be Unique Hideaways. Any accounts that contact you other than marketing@uniquehideaways.com are spam.

Competition | Win a UK Boating Break

Enter our competition and you could soon be enjoying a short boating break – worth up to £1,500 – to explore the UK countryside from a new perspective

How much do you know about Britain’s canals? Boating holidays bring a whole new perspective
to the UK countryside, giving you access to waterside towns and villages, a quieter way to travel and a whole lot of wildlife along the way. A real departure from the every day, it can feel like a big deal, but with ABC Boat Hire you can dip your toe in with a short boating break.

Giving you the opportunity to explore the UK’s best inland waterways and to adopt a slower pace of life, a boating holiday is an idea worth getting on board with. All ABC boats come with comfortable berths and modern amenities – including on-board Wi-Fi. With almost 200 boats, 15 start points* and over 1,500 miles of waterways to explore, it’s time to start planning your best holiday yet.

If this has floated your boat, then we have a short break with ABC Boat Hire to be won, worth up to £1,500. One lucky reader of The Simple Things can pick a route from selected start bases throughout England or Wales, and bring up to seven guests on your eight-berth boat. The prize is for either a three-night weekend break or a four-night midweek escape. All you need to do is start planning your next adventure…

For more, visit abcboathire.com or follow on Instagram: @abcboathire

How to enter

For your chance to win a short boating break with ABC Boat Hire, worth up to £1,500, enter our competition by clicking the button below and answering the question below by the closing date of 10 September 2025. The winner must be able to take their prize before 31 October 2026.

Q. How many ‘start points’ are there to choose from on your boating holiday?

Terms & conditions

T&Cs: The comp closes at 11.59pm on 10 Sept 2025. One winner will be selected at random from all correct entries and notified soon after. The prize is a self-drive, self-catering, canal boat holiday with ABC Boat Hire for up to eight people. *Excludes Gailey, March and Falkirk locations. Subject to availability. The winner is responsible for transport to and from the start point. Prize must be taken before 31 Oct 2026. The winner cannot transfer the prize or swap it for cash. Details of our full terms and conditions are on p129 and online at: icebergpress.co.uk/comprules.

Writing competition | The Longest Day

Enter our midsummer writing competition and you could see your work in print

Microfiction can be about anything at all; the tone sad, funny or intense, but what all flash fiction has in common is a wonderful sense of economy. Every word has to count. And there still needs to be a beginning, a middle and an end.

In just a few short paragraphs, authors capture fleeting moments – the look of a flower in sunlight, say, the emotional weather in a relationship, or a tale of intrigue, filled with plot and peril.

If you fancy having a go, we’re looking for stories on the theme of ‘The Longest Day’. You have a maximum of 300 words to play with and we’ll print our favourites in the June issue next year.

How to enter

To enter: email your microfiction (which must be all your own work, no AI-generated pieces please, and previously unpublished) to: thesimplethings@icebergpress.co.uk. Include your name and phone number and use subject heading MIDSUMMER MICROFICTION. By submitting a story you give us permission to publish it in a future issue of The Simple Things. The competition closing date is 31 July 2025.

For full T&Cs, see p125 or visit icebergpress.co.uk/comprules. Good luck!

Competition | Win a set of National Trust books

Spend more time doing the things you love – whether that’s creating a stunning green space, bringing delicious food to your table, or exploring the great outdoors – with your very own collection of National Trust books.

Summer is a fantastic time to get stuck into a new book, which is why we’re offering three lucky winners a collection of National Trust books worth over £100!

With the warmer weather approaching, discover Britain’s most unique and unexpected destinations with 100 Secret Walks. Spend some time enjoying nature and explore the wonderful world of butterflies, shells, and pebbles with beautifully illustrated pocket-sized guides. Learn how to welcome wildlife to your green space to benefit the planet and boost your sense of wellbeing.

We all love a good pie, and with tips on making the perfect pastry every time, The National Trust Book of Pies is full of guaranteed crowd pleasers for your next summer picnic. For the armchair traveller and food-lover, discover the surprising stories and facts behind the foods that make Britain great with Jenny Linford’s fascinating Great British Food Tour.

Have you ever wanted to know the stories behind the National Trust’s most treasured objects and places? Accompanying the successful BBC series, Hidden Treasures of the National Trust uncovers unseen treasures in the Trust’s care, celebrating the skills and passion of the people who look after these objects. This book is a treasure chest of intriguing and inspiring history that’s just waiting to be opened.

There’s something for everyone in this amazing collection, so enter now for the chance to win!

The Prize

We have three sets to give away, which each include The Book of Pies, The Butterfly Spotter’s Guide, The Shell Spotter’s Guide, The Pebble Spotter’s Guide, The National Trust Book of Nature-Friendly Gardening, The Great British Food Tour, and 100 Secret Walks. Each set is worth £114.94.

To enter

To enter the competition, click the button below and answer the following question:

Q: How many secret walks are included in the trust’s guide?

Terms and conditions

The competition closes at 11.59pm on 15th August 2025. A book bundle includes 1 x National Trust - The Shell Spotter’s Guide, 1 x National Trust - Nature-Friendly Gardening, 1 x The National Trust - The Butterfly Spotter’s Guide, 1 x National Trust - 100 Secret Walks, 1 x National Trust - The Great British Food Tour, 1 x National Trust - the book of pies, 1 x National Trust - The Pebble Spotter's Guide and a copy of Hidden Treasures of the National Trust. 3 winners will be selected at random from all correct entries received and notified soon after. Subject to availability. The winner cannot transfer their prizes or swap them for cash. Details of our full terms and conditions are on p125 and online at: icebergpress.co.uk/comprules

Competition | Win a night at Updown on the Kent Coast worth up to £450

With great food, music and scenery, the Kent coast has so much to offer – including Updown, where we have a one-night stay to be won

This summer, if you’re after a dose of pure escapism and plenty of vitamin sea, Deal, on the Kent coast, has everything you’re after and more.

With its award-winning high street, lanes of quaint fishermen’s cottages and well-preserved Georgian houses, it’s one of the UK’s prettiest seaside destinations and the ideal location for a long weekend away.

This tiny but terrific town has a history as colourful as the buildings that line the seafront and it’s fast becoming one of the country’s most popular seaside spots thanks to its cultural vibe and thriving music and food scenes. With excellent road and rail connections to the capital, plus its proximity to the port at Dover, Deal is easy to get to, but a world away from the hum-drum of the everyday.

Wonderful in summer with the beach, pier, plenty of al fresco eating and drinking spots, and a busy seasonal events programme, it’s equally beguiling in winter with cosy pubs, cafés and restaurants, plus independent theatre, galleries and music venues.

A few miles inland is the beautiful 17th century former farmstead of Updown, the much-lauded restaurant with sumptuous rooms owned by Oli Brown and Ruth Leigh. With acres of well-tended gardens and woodland to explore, it’s an idyllic spot to relax and unwind after a day spent sightseeing. Guests are encouraged to treat the house as a home from home, so you’ll find a library with books, games and newspapers, as well as a fully-stocked honesty bar for guests.

If Updown has now leapfrogged its way up your bucket list, then this competition is for you. The Simple Things has a one-night dinner, bed and breakfast package* at Updown to be won, worth up to £450. Dinner will be served in the conservatory restaurant, where you can watch the chefs create your meal in the open kitchen. Menus are small, hyper seasonal and use the very best of local and European produce. There’s also a list of exciting wines, local beers and seasonal cocktails to choose from. Afterwards, wend your way to bed in one of the luxuriously appointed bedrooms for a peaceful night’s sleep before breakfast the following morning, setting you up for another day of exploring the glorious Kent coast.

For more on Deal and the surrounding area, visit: whitecliffscountry.org.uk
or follow @visitdover. For more on Updown, visit: updownfarmhouse.com or follow @updownfarmhouse_ 

How to enter

For your chance to win a one-night stay at Updown Farmhouse with dinner, bed and breakfast, enter our competition by clicking the button below and answering the following question by the closing date of 6 August 2025.

Q: Deal is on the coast of which UK county?

Terms and conditions

The competition closes at 11.59pm on 6 August 2025. One winner will be selected at random from all correct entries received and notified soon after. Subject to availability. The winner cannot transfer the prize or swap it for cash. *The prize is for two people and must be redeemed within a year of receipt (excludes 23-25 Aug 2025; 20 Dec 2025 - 1 Jan 2026; 14 Feb 2026 and 3-6 April 2026). The winner is responsible for transport to and from the venue. Details of our full terms and conditions are on p125 and online at: icebergpress.co.uk/comprules.

Competition | Win a case of eco-friendly wine

Sea Change is the wine brand with a conscience – and The Simple Things has four cases of eco-friendly wine up for grabs, worth £77.49 each.

Love wine and care deeply about our planet? You’ll find the perfect harmony in Sea Change Wine. Each bottle represents sustainable wine making at its best, crafted not only for taste but also with respect for the environment.

Sea Change has combined its passion for great wine with its love for the ocean. Sea Change is committed to combatting the ongoing threat of ocean pollution and single-use plastics; every bottle of Sea Change sold supports marine conservation projects globally. The wines are thoughtfully packaged to minimise environmental impact - they’ve removed the unnecessary plastic wrap around the corks, and use recycled materials, lighter-weight glass, and labels made partly from grape waste, ensuring your enjoyment doesn't come at nature's expense.

In addition, by choosing Sea Change, you not only enjoy exceptional, beautifully crafted wines but also actively contribute to protecting our ocean and marine wildlife. Every bottle purchased results in a donation to a range of charities dedicated to defending and nurturing our ocean. With more than €600,000 raised to date, each sip you take helps fund initiatives aimed at preserving our rivers, waterways, coastlines, and seas for generations to come.

Sea Change has white, rosé, red, sparkling, organic and 0% alcohol free wines available in its range. Visit the website to explore the selection, choose your favourites, and enjoy convenient delivery directly to your door. These wines also make an ideal gift for any occasion.

Raise your glass to delicious wines, ocean conservation, and a healthier planet—choose Sea Change Wine.

How to enter

We’re delighted to offer you an opportunity to experience Sea Change’s award-winning wines. To be in with a chance of winning a case of Sea Change wine just click the button below and answer the following question:
Q: To date, how much have Sea Change Wine raised and donated to a range of charities from their sales?

Terms & conditions

The competition closes at 11.59pm on 21st July 2025. Four winners will be selected at random from all correct entries received and notified soon after. The winner cannot transfer the prize or swap it for cash. The winner must be 18 years or over since the prize incorporates alcohol. Identification will be requested when delivering the prizes. Details of our full terms and conditions are on p125 and online
at: icebergpress.co.uk/comprules

For more information visit seachangewine.com or follow on Instagram and Facebook @seachangewine

Competition | Win a two-night stay at Watergate Bay

Enter now for your chance to win a feelgood break at Watergate Bay Hotel, worth up to £2,500, plus land&water skincare, worth £300

What makes your dream getaway? A sea-view lie-in or a sunrise swim? A stress-relieving massage or a skin-reviving facial? Perhaps sunset cocktails on The Living Space deck or sinking your
teeth into an ‘Extreme burger’ in The Beach Hut? If this has captured your imagination, then you’ll be pleased to hear we’ve teamed up with our friends at Watergate Bay Hotel in Cornwall to offer one lucky reader of The Simple Things a naturally rejuvenating two-night stay, plus some land&water treatments and products.

Set on a wide, sandy, surfing beach, Watergate Bay Hotel is all about the balance in life. Big skies, fresh air, exhilarating days in the elements, plus good food, drink and conversation. Born on the shores of Watergate Bay, natural bath and body brand land&water captures the essence of this ‘active relaxation’ lifestyle in its range of products.

Bursting with essential oils and botanical actives, land&water products are made in small batches in the British Isles, using sustainably sourced, ethical ingredients to evoke the therapeutic benefits of time outdoors. Launched this spring, land&water’s new skincare collection extends this idea to recreate the natural radiance and fresh skin invigoration we feel on the shoreline. Used in Watergate Bay’s Swim Club treatment rooms, land&water products stir a warm glow and an elevated sense of wellbeing – from body wraps to reflexology, facials and massages.

The prize includes a two-night bed & breakfast stay for two at Watergate Bay Hotel, two land&water treatments of your choice, plus a land&water skincare bundle worth £300. Best of luck!

For more information, visit watergatebay.co.uk; @watergatebay, plus land-and-water.co.uk;
@landandwater_ 

How to enter 

For your chance to win a two-night stay at Watergate Bay Hotel, enter our competition by clicking the button below and answering the following question by the closing date of 9 July 2025.

Q: What is the name of the luxury product range used in Watergate Bay’s Swim Club treatment rooms?

Terms and conditions

The competition closes at 11.59pm on 9 July 2025. One winner will be selected at random from all correct entries received and notified soon after. Prize must be taken by 30.06.26, and excludes school holidays. Subject to availability. The winner is responsible for transport to and from the hotel. The winner cannot transfer the prize or swap it for cash. Details of our full terms and conditions are on p125 and online at icebergpress.co.uk/comprules.

Competition | Win a Cornish Holiday worth £500

Choose from 250 self-catering properties by Beach Retreats, each located alongside
Cornwall's finest beaches

With vibrant surf apartments to stylish family homes and large, luxurious coastal retreats, you are sure to find a property to suit you.

Start the day with an exhilarating sea dip with just the gulls for company, spend the day walking the breathtaking coastal paths and enjoy evenings watching the sun setting over the ocean. Relax and unwind in a beautiful coastal setting, with everything an easy walk from your chosen property.

Beach Retreats offers 250 self-catering properties across Cornwall, all located within easy walking distance of the finest beaches. Less time in the car means more time making the most of your precious time on the Cornish coast.

As a Cornish-owned, family-run businesses, the Beach Retreats team are beach experts and are on hand to ensure your holiday on the coast is one to remember.

To find out more and browse the holiday properties visit beachretreats.co.uk.

How to enter

To enter, simply click on the button below and answer the following question by the closing date of 9 June 2025.

Q: What do all Beach Retreats properties have in common?

Terms & conditions

The competition closes at 11.59pm on 9th June 2025. One winner will be selected at random from all correct entries received and notified soon after. The prize is a £500 voucher which can be used towards any available property on the Beach Retreats website. To use the voucher, you will need to contact Beach Retreats directly by phone. The voucher must be used by 30 December 2026. Beach Retreats booking terms and conditions apply (see website for details). If due to circumstances beyond their control, Beach Retreats is unable to provide the stated prize(s), they reserve the right to award a substitute prize of equal or greater value. The prize cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. The prize is non-transferable and there is no cash alternative. Transport is not included. This prize must be booked by someone aged 18+. Details of our full terms and conditions are on p125 and online at icebergpress.co.uk/comprules

Competition | Win £200 to spend at Gudrun Sjödén

We’ve teamed up with Swedish brand, Gudrun Sjödén, to give two lucky readers of The Simple Things the chance to win a wardrobe refresh

Summer is almost upon us and with it, a chance to refresh your wardrobe thanks to Gudrun Sjödén’s colourful summer offerings. Fusing artistic expressions with Nordic simplicity, Gudrun’s latest collections flirt with luscious nature from around the world and lets natural and recycled fibres shine through its different design chapters.
If this sounds like your cup of tea, then enter our competition for your chance to win one of two vouchers – worth £200 each – to spend at Gudrun Sjödén.

Featuring colours and textures inspired by travels along the silk route, this season’s collection focuses on natural fibres to create an airy silhouette in tactile linen and cotton. Meanwhile, these wardrobe staples will appeal to all in vibrant summery shades that conjure up earthy tones and sunset palettes.

However, stunning colours, prints and designs aside, the real beauty of Gudrun Sjödén pieces is their timelessness. Always designing responsibly for both people and the planet, the clothes are made to stand out, whatever the season. Their longevity and versatility makes them instant classics and pieces that can be worn, loved, and passed down from generation to generation. 

For more information and inspiration, visit gudrunsjoden.com or follow on Instagram at: @gudrunsjoden.ldn

How to enter

For your chance to win one of two Gudrun Sjödén vouchers, each worth £200, answer the question below by the closing date of 11 June 2025. 

Q: This season’s colours and textures by Gudrun are inspired by which trading route?

Terms and conditions

The competition closes at 11.59pm on 11 June 2025. Two winners will be selected at random from all correct entries received and notified soon after. Subject to availability. The winners cannot transfer their prize or swap it for cash. Details of our full terms and conditions are on p125 and online at: icebergpress.co.uk/comprules. 

Competition | Win a Farm Stay worth over £700

Feather Down Farms is offering one lucky reader of The Simple Things the chance to win a three-night glamping stay on a farm

Step into nature and leave your worries behind with an immersive farm stay that will allow you to experience the magic of rural life. Ideal for families, let the kids experience freedom like no other as they meet friendly goats and sheep, while collecting fresh eggs each day from the chicken coop – all while you sit back and breathe in the fresh countryside air.

With 22 Feather Down Farm locations across the UK, there’s somewhere to suit all tastes, including National Parks, AONBs, and sites within a stone’s throw of a sandy beach, but what they all have in common is vast countryside and breathtaking views that prove a balm for the soul.

Tend to the hectic demands of daily life with a family-friendly farm stay and soak up the opportunity to recharge, revitalise and reawaken your inner child, surrounded by nature’s rich pickings.

Feather Down Farm’s glamping hideaways sleep up to 6, with cosy beds, a fully equipped kitchen, hot private showers and a spacious living area complete with a wood-burning stove. There’s no electricity or Wi-Fi in your home-from-home, so you’ll be free from digital distractions and able to reconnect to each other and nature.

If this sounds like a breath of fresh air, then enter our competition as The Simple Things has a three-night stay* up for grabs for one lucky reader, meaning you could soon be enjoying farm life while the kids collect the morning provisions. The only decision you’ll need to make is how you fancy your morning eggs…

For more info, visit featherdown.co.uk or follow at: @feather.down.farms

How to enter 

For the chance to win a three-night weekend stay at any of Feather Down Farm’s 22 UK locations, click the button below and answer the following question by the closing date of 11 June 2025.

Q: How many Featherdown Farm locations are there across the UK?

Terms and conditions

The competition closes at 11.59pm on 11 June 2025. One winner will be selected at random from all correct entries received and notified soon after. *Prize is a three-night weekend stay (Friday - Monday) at one of our 22 UK locations for up to 6 people. The canvas hideaway sleeps up to 5 adults and 1 child (under 12), and includes bedding, towels, starter pack, and wood for the wood-burner. Stay must be taken by 24 October 2025 and cannot be extended (excludes weekends 2 May, 23 May, and 22 August 2025). Individual farm dates may vary and dates are subject to availability. Prize is non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash. Any additional costs and expenses incurred during the trip will be the responsibility of the prize winner. Feather Down Farm’s standard booking terms and conditions apply: featherdown.co.uk/terms-and-conditions. Details of our full terms and conditions are on p125 and online at: icebergpress.co.uk/comprules.

Competition | Win £500 to spend at One.World

Give your home a spring refresh with timeless classics designed to be cherished

Spring is the ideal time to breathe new life into your home, and this month’s competition gives you the opportunity to do just that with a £500 shopping spree at One.World up for grabs. Whether you’re drawn to reclaimed wood furniture, hand-finished ceramics, or rustic stoneware, One.World’s carefully curated range is designed to bring warmth, charm and effortless style to every home.

As a family-owned brand, One.World believes in creating pieces that tell a story – crafted with care, made to last, and designed to be lived with and loved. “One.World only sells products that we love and want in our own homes,” says Managing Director, Jason Bensohn – and that passion is woven into every design.

Sustainability is also at One.World’s core, using reclaimed materials, and crafting many of its products by hand. Not only that, but a tree is planted for every purchase, ensuring your home refresh is kinder to the planet, too.

Featuring natural, tactile textures and organic shapes, the One.World collection helps to create a space that feels lived-in, welcoming, and uniquely yours. So, regardless of whether you’re styling a cosy reading nook, elevating your dining space, or adding character with unique decorative pieces, One.World designs are made to evolve with you – embracing sticky fingers, muddy paws, and the beauty of everyday life.

With over 250 new lines added this season, there’s more to discover than ever before, plus speedy delivery, exceptional quality, and a Trustpilot rating of Excellent, shopping with One.World is effortless. From bestselling mirrors and statement wall art to elegant lighting, furniture, and home accessories starting from under £10, there’s something for every home and every budget, so enter now for your chance to win £500 to spend on pieces that you’ll cherish for years to come.

For more information and inspiration, visit one.world or follow on Instagram at: @onedotworld

How to enter 

For your chance to win £500 to spend at One.World, click on the button below and answer the following question by the closing date of 8 May 2025. 

Q: How many new lines have been added this season?

Terms and conditions

The competition closes at 11.59pm on 8 May 2025. One winner will be selected at random from all correct entries received and notified soon after. Subject to availability. The winner cannot transfer the prize or swap it for cash. Details of our full terms and conditions are on p125 and online at icebergpress.co.uk/comprules.

Competition | Win one of four Tulip Bistro Sets worth £239

We have Lazy Susan bistro sets up for grabs, meaning less time maintaining furniture and more time enjoying your garden

Spring is here and with it, the prospect of getting outdoors and enjoying fresh air, sunshine, and all that your outdoor space has to offer. For many, the arrival of warmer weather means laborious chores maintaining garden furniture ready for the year ahead. However, if you’d prefer to be sowing and potting rather than sanding and treating, then Lazy Susan garden furniture may be the answer.

After years of struggling to maintain his teak garden table, it became clear to Michael Scott that the long-term solution was not fighting a losing battle with wood, but using cast aluminium instead. After much searching, product testing and deliberation, Lazy Susan was born and now features timeless designs that are maintenance-free, rust-proof and can be left outside all year round.

The Alice Bistro set

From a charming circular four seater, through to a spacious table for twelve, Lazy Susan has something for everyone, and when you buy a set there are great discounts on extras, such as a coordinating bench or Bistro set for additional seating, as well as parasols and cushions in gorgeous tonal colours.

The Simple Things has teamed up with Lazy Susan to offer four lucky readers the chance to win a Tulip Bistro set in antique bronze, worth £239.95. These compact tables offer the ideal place to sit, relax and enjoy your morning cuppa in comfort.

For more information and inspiration, visit www.lazysusan.co.uk, or follow on Instagram at: @lazysusanfurniture

How to enter

For your chance to win one of four Tulip bistro sets, worth £239.95 each, enter our competition by clicking the button below and answering the following question by the closing date of 8 May 2025. 

Q: What material did Michael Scott use to create the Lazy Susan range?

Terms and conditions

The competition closes at 11.59pm on 8 May 2025. Four winners will be selected at random from
all correct entries received and notified soon after. Subject to availability. The winners cannot transfer the prize or swap it for cash. Details of our full terms and conditions are on p125 and online at icebergpress.co.uk/comprules.

Competition | Win a two-night stay in a themed vehicle

Win a one-of-a-kind stay worth £330 in the Lincolnshire countryside

The Layby Lincs offers adult-only, pet-friendly, themed vehicle accommodation on the southern edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds AONB. It’s a short drive to amazing sandy beaches, nature reserves and bustling market towns.

Louise and Alex bought Mill Lane Farmhouse in August 2022 and then set about building their dream escape for those looking to stay somewhere truly memorable, all set around a wildlife pond in their back garden.

 If a comfy, cosy, country getaway with unusual accommodation appeals to you, then this is your chance to win a two-night stay in one of the five vehicles, worth £330.

With five individually themed vehicles, there is something to suit every taste. Will you choose the bold and bright 70s disco themed RV, Alabama (above)? Or are you looking for something a little more subdued, like the English country cottage style of the racehorse transporter, Gee Gee (below)?

Staying in one of the individually themed vehicles is closer to staying in a luxury holiday cottage than it is to camping. Each one has a king size bed with cotton linens, and sustainable duvets and pillows made from recycled cotton and feathers. There is air conditioning for both heating and cooling, as well as WiFi. Outside is a private deck with your own covered kitchen, (made with 95% recycled deck boards). There is no need to share facilities, you get your own private bathroom, with fluffy towels, robes and vegan, cruelty free toiletries. Each vehicle also has its own woodfired hot tub, which is perfect for stargazing, and a fire pit for toasting marshmallows.

The site is a boutique, adults only and pet friendly retreat, with an ethos focussed on repurposing, recycling and relaxing. The whole site, (including the couple’s home), is powered by their own large solar and battery system. Being situated in a rural setting they are very fortunate to have a host of wildlife pass through the site. You might even be lucky enough to see the breeding Barn Owls who have their box on the side of the barn. Alex and Louise look forward to hosting you and any furry, feathered or scaly friends you bring to stay.

How to enter

Please enter the competition by clicking the ‘Enter Now’ button below and answering the following question:

Q: In which year did Louise and Alex buy Mill Lane Farmhouse?

For more info please visit www.thelaybylincs.co.uk or visit their Instagram @thelaybylincs  

Terms & Conditions

The winner will stay at Layby Lincs for 2 nights and the stay is for 2 guests (plus a pet if you wish)
The competition closes at 11.59pm on 21 April 2025. One winner selected at random from all correct entries. The winner is responsible for transport to and from Layby Lincs. No more than 2 large dogs or 4 small dogs allowed per accomodation vehicle. If in doubt then please email info@thelaybylincs.co.uk prior to arrival and check. The winner cannot transfer the prize or swap for cash. The winner may be required to participate in publicity. The stay is subject to availability. Dates and the vehicle you stay in will also be dependent on availability. Only one night in the hot tub is included, additional nights are £40 per night. Details of our full terms and conditions are on p125 and online at icebergpress.co.uk/comprules.

Competition | Win a Brother Sewing Machine worth £499

We are delighted to have teamed up with Brother to offer readers the chance to win this fabulous prize. Smart sewing made simple!

 No matter where you are in your sewing journey, the Innov-is A series has you covered. Easy to use and packed with features, allowing you to enjoy smooth sewing on all types of fabric, including stretchy jersey and thick denim.

The prize, worth £499

The Brother Innov-is A65 features 60 stitches, including six one-step buttonholes, ensuring you can always find the perfect stitch for any project. Its convenient features, such as an automatic thread cutter, advanced one-action needle threader, lockstitch button, quick-set bobbin, Start/Stop button, and adjustable speed control, make the Innov-is A65 easy to set up and a joy to sew with.

This sleek, compact, and sturdy sewing machine is lightweight and comes with a handy hard cover, making it perfect for those who love to sew on the go. Whether you're heading to a friend's house, attending university classes, or participating in busy sewing workshops, you can easily take your talent wherever you go.

 How to enter

For your chance to win a Brother sewing machine, please press the button below and answer the following question by the closing date of 22 April 2025.
Q: How many one-step buttonholes does the Brother Inn-is A65 have?

Find your local Brother retailer here to see and try the Brother range

Terms & Conditions

The competition closes at 11.59pm on 22 April 2025. One winner will be selected at random from all correct entries received and notified soon after. The winner cannot transfer the prize or swap it for cash. If a UK mainland address then Brother will post the machine out free of charge to the winner. Details of our full terms and conditions are on p125 and online at at icebergpress.co.uk/comprules.

Competition | Win a Six-Month Subscription to Famileo

Many of us live far away from older relatives and it can be hard to meaningfully connect between visits, particularly if they’re not part of the family Whatsapp group.

Enter Famileo, a truly unique way of sharing your day-to-day, their way. Famileo automatically turns the whole family’s shared photos and messages into a personalised family magazine and posts it to your loved one, each month.

And it’s so easy to do. Once you have an account, simply download the app, invite each member of the family to do the same, and there you will find your own secure, private space in which to share photos and messages (very much like a family Whatsapp group).

What makes Famileo unique is that on your chosen date each month, your family feed is automatically formatted into a family magazine. A PDF copy is immediately available via your account, and up to a 16-page, colour, A4 magazine is printed and posted to your older relative.

 A French company, Famileo is now available in the UK and with over a quarter of a million older relatives already receiving their own monthly magazine, now is the perfect time to see for yourself the joy that regular family news, printed and posted to their doorstep, brings to older generations. Family news they can look forward to and keep going back to.

 So if you have an older loved one who is not tech-savvy, or who just prefers the tangible charm of print, then consider Famileo as a thoughtful way to share family news they can look forward to receiving each month. 

A Famileo subscription costs just £5.99 a month and allows an unlimited number of family members to join the account and a family magazine to be printed and posted anywhere (in the world), monthly. For more information and inspiration, please visit famileo.com or follow @famileo_uk

 How to enter

We have six-month subscriptions, worth £36 each (normally £5.99 a month), to give away to 5 lucky winners. To have a chance of winning, just click the button below by the closing date of 12 April 2025 and answer the follwing question…

Q: Up to how many colour pages are there in the monthly magazine?

Terms and conditions

The competition closes at 11.59pm on 12 April 2025. Five winners will be selected at random from all correct entries received and notified soon after. Subject to availability. The winner cannot transfer the prize or swap it for cash. Details of our full terms and conditions are on p125 and online at: icebergpress.co.uk/comprules.

Competition | Win a Weekend Stay in Whitstable worth £1,400

You could win a two-night break in Whitstable, a town loved for its oysters, sunsets, beach walks and indie shops 

Ask anyone who has been to Whitstable what they loved about their visit, and they will undoubtedly say the beach walks, local food and hospitality, independent shops and the incredible sunsets. Just an hour from London, on the north Kent coast, the charming town of Whitstable has become a year-round destination for food lovers, families and those seeking a little weekend escape to the seaside.

With longer days and lighter evenings upon us, there’s never been a better time to visit. If you’ve never visited or would love to return, then enter our competition to win a seaside escape thanks to Whitstable Holiday Homes. The prize is a two-night stay – worth up to £1,400 – at So Ho House, a stylish and spacious house in the heart of the town.

The house name is derived from the owner, Solange’s, initials and she has been the creative heart behind its beautiful interiors and furnishings. You and up to seven guests, plus pooch, can relax and catch up in the huge kitchen, dine al fresco in the garden, chill in one of the two lounges and enjoy a great night’s sleep in one of the four bedrooms. Located near the harbour and beach, it’s just a short stroll to the shops and amazing foodie places. To ensure you’re well looked after during your stay, Whitstable Holiday Homes’ owner Gail will be on hand to offer personal recommendations on how
to make the most of your visit.

Whether you’re looking for a romantic break, a family holiday, birthday celebration, or a dog-friendly stay, Whitstable Holiday Homes has over 25 charming properties to choose from, so you’ll be spoilt for choice.

Visit whitstableholidayhomes.co.uk for more information, or follow on Instagram: @whitstableholidayhomes. To see more information about So Ho House, visit whitstableholidayhomes.co.uk/so-ho-house.

How to enter

For your chance to win a two-night stay in So Ho House (for up to eight people and one dog), enter our competition by clicking the button below and answering the following question by the closing date of 9 April 2025.

Q: Whitstable is on the coast of which English county?

Terms and conditions

The competition closes at 11.59pm on 9 April 2025. One winner selected at random from all correct entries. Prize must be taken before 31 March 2026 and excludes school and Bank Holidays. The winner is responsible for transport to and from So Ho House and will need to pay a Refundable Security Deposit of £300 prior to arrival to cover any loss or damage to the property. The winner cannot transfer the prize or swap for cash. The winner may be required to participate in publicity. Details of our full terms and conditions are on p125 and online at icebergpress.co.uk/comprules.