Enter now for your chance to win an overnight stay for two at the 4* Stoke by Nayland Resort, including dinner and breakfast—plus the perfect opportunity to explore the nearby Roman city of Colchester and enjoy a memorable day out with tickets to Colchester Zoological Society.

The Stoke-by-Nayland Resort is beautifully set within the Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Unwind by the pool, then savour a delicious meal overlooking the tranquil lake and stunning golf course.

During your stay, get ready for a wild adventure with a visit to Colchester Zoological Society, Essex’s leading conservation zoo. Journey through the vast plains of Africa or explore the vibrant habitats of Asia. With over 150 species set across 60 acres of scenic parkland, it’s a memorable day out for all ages.

Don’t miss your chance to relax, explore, and make memories—enter today!

Answer our multiple choice question below correctly to be in with a chance of winning! Competition closes Monday 20th July at 12:00 BST. 

T&Cs: Must be 18 or older to enter. Competition closes on Monday 20th July at 12:00 BST. The winners will then be contacted via email by Visit Essex and the prize giver in order for them to receive their prize.

• Prize includes one night's accommodation for two people sharing a standard double or twin room at Stoke by Nayland Resort. Dinner consists of a two-course set menu for two. Menu supplements and additional food and beverages are not included and will be chargeable. Breakfast is included on the morning of departure. The prize includes one two-hour adults-only poolside session during your stay, plus access to the leisure facilities during designated adults-only swim times.The prize is subject to availability and must be booked in advance.The prize is valid for stays between 1st November 2026 and 31st March 2027, subject to availability.Excludes selected dates, including Christmas, New Year, Valentine's Day, bank holidays and other peak periods or special events.The prize is non-transferable, non-refundable and cannot be exchanged for cash or any other alternative.Any additional purchases, upgrades or incidental charges incurred during the stay are the responsibility of the winner.Stoke by Nayland Resort reserves the right to amend or withdraw the prize in exceptional circumstances 
• Plus two adult tickets for Colchester Zoological Society valid from 3 months from issue. Prizes cannot be exchanged for monetary value.Tickets are for standard zoo admission entry only and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, discount, or promotion.Tickets cannot be used for entry into selected Colchester Zoological Society special events, including but not limited to, Trail of Terror, The Santa Experience or Enchanted Trail of Light. Tickets will be issued to the winner via email.

By entering this competition you consent to us contacting you via email if you win. If you have been contacted as a winner and do not respond within 72 hours, another winner will be chosen at random and you will no longer receive the prize.