Win a break for two people with a weekend break at the Holiday Inn Express Barrow-in-Furness & South Lakes, plus passes for the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway, Windermere Lake Cruises and cinema tickets plus a gift voucher to use at Rheged.

We’ve teamed up with partners across the destination to offer one lucky winner an escape to the stunning Lake District, Cumbria.

The prize includes a 2-night weekend break at the Holiday Inn Express Barrow-in-Furness & South Lakes including breakfast. Located just a short drive from the lake district, the hotel is in the perfect place to “Spring out of Winter” and explore the Lake District, the Lakes Peninsula and Western Cumbria. With stunning scenery, magnificent drives and amazing beaches and of course the UNESCO heritage site of the Lake District all within easy access of Barrow In Furness there is no better place to base yourself to explore Cumbria.

As part of the prize, you’ll also receive a First Class Afternoon Tea and Steam Experience for two people at the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway. In 2026, the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway celebrates 150 years of welcoming passengers! Step aboard their living heritage experience and discover seven miles of spectacular scenery, from Cumbria’s coast to the foot of England’s highest mountains. Narrow gauge steam and diesel engines pull passenger trains on the 40—minute journey through two UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The prize includes a return journey in a premium carriage and traditional afternoon tea served at Dalegarth station.

The winner will also enjoy a Family Freedom of the Lake Ticket with 24-hours of unlimited travel on all routes and all vessels with Windermere Lake Cruises. Wherever the journey starts, from Ambleside (Waterhead) in the north, to Lakeside in the south, you'll be treated to magnificent views of mountain scenery, secluded bays and the many wooded islands from England’s largest lake. Not only that, but you will also be able to enjoy a 1 Hour Self Drive Experience for up to 6 passengers in their modern electric motor boats – the perfect way to explore Windermere with ease and enjoy a fun, safe day out  for the whole family.  Simple to operate and available from Bowness Beach, Bowness Dock, Waterhead, and Lakeside, they're perfect for discovering the lake's beauty.

To top off this amazing prize, the winner will receive a Family Cinema Ticket (for up to 2 adults and 3 Children), plus a £20 Gift Voucher to use at Rheged. Their two screen cinema, including a giant 60-foot screen, shows the latest releases. With a Deli alongside serving soft and alcoholic drinks, including craft beers from Fell Brewery, along with snacks such as their Cumberland sausage hotdogs and organic Karma sodas. Look out for Toy Story 5, The Devil Wears Prada 2, SpiderMan: Brand New Day, and The Odyssey, all showing in their cinema this year. The gift voucher can be used across Rheged’s wide range of experiences, from creative classes and inspiring talks to delicious food in our 100 seat light filled Cafe, as well as unique products in our Outdoors, Toy, Home, and Lifestyle shops. At the gateway to the Lake District (10 minutes from Ullswater), Rheged is a vibrant gallery, café, cinema, shopping destination, workplace, and EV charging hub.
 

Terms and Conditions

• The closing date for the competition is 28/02/2026.
• The prize must be taken by 01/11/2026.
• Travel is not included as part of prize therefore the winner is responsible for making their own arrangements.

Holiday Inn Express Barrow-in-Furness & South Lakes

• Competition winners must be 18 years old or over.
• No geographical restrictions.Travel to and from the hotel is not included.
• The prize must be taken by 01/11/26. Stays between Monday & Wednesday and Bank Holidays (May and August) are excluded.The prize can only be used for stays between Thursdays & Sundays and is subject to availability and special events.
• The prize is 1 room and breakfast for a maximum of 2 people.We have dog friendly rooms but supplemental charges will be required.

Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway

• The prize is a First Class Afternoon Tea and Steam Experience for Two People, which includes a return train journey in either our First Class Carriage or Pullman Observation Carriage, and traditional afternoon tea served at Dalegarth station.
• Booking to be made using the contact details provided.
• The prize must be taken between 23rd March and 1st November 2026. Please see timetable for dates of operation and for opening times in 2026.
• Carriage type may depend on when journey is taken. Please note dogs are not permitted to travel in these premium carriages.
• Bookings are subject to availability. Not transferable or redeemable for cash and not valid for special events. Standard Terms & Conditions apply.

Windermere Lake Cruises

• Windermere Lake Cruises operate every day with the exception of Christmas Day, the tickets will be valid until 01.11.2026
• Ticket to be redeemed using the contact details provided.
• All bookings are subject to our terms and conditions https://www.windermere-lakecruises.co.uk/about-us/terms-conditions

Rheged

• Family Cinema Ticket: This voucher is single use only and only redeemable in-person at Rheged Cinema. The voucher cannot be exchanged for cash. The offer is subject to availability, excludes live streaming, one-off films and lectures. Call 01768868000 or come into Rheged to book your seat. The voucher needs to be shown at the ticket desk on arrival.
• Gift Vouchers: Please present before payment begins. Voucher cannot be exchanged for cash. No Change Given. We cannot accept vouchers that have been amended, defaced or copied. Not replaceable if lost or damaged. Excludes tobacco, fuel, lottery, scratch cards, e-top ups, stamps and other vouchers.