n Sarah is flying high after winning the Mini challenge.
Last week, The Enquirer invited readers taking part in the Race for Life, Southend to take a guess at how many balloons we could fit in our Mini for a chance to win an overnight stay in London.
The winner was 71-year-old Sarah Kurlander, who managed to guess correctly.
“I was so shocked when I found out I was right,” laughs Sarah, who lives in Southend. “I just thought of a number and I was right!”
Sarah, who had a new hip fitted at Christmas, walked the 5k race with the help of her walking stick in 75 minutes, raising £45 for Cancer Research UK.
“I was walking in memory of my friend Pat Warren, who died a couple of weeks ago from cancer,” Sarah explains. “She was only 69 and it was all so sudden. But the atmosphere at the race was nice.”
And Sarah can’t wait to stay at the Holiday Inn London Elstree. “I’m really looking forward to having a nice little break away.”
Holiday Inn London Elstree is treating one lucky entrant to the Race for Life, Basildon to a fabulous post race treat!
What better way to wind down and rest those weary legs from the big race than with an overnight stay at Holiday Inn London Elstree complete with dinner?
Guests at the hotel can enjoy full use of its extensive leisure facilities. So why not take a dip in the indoor heated pool, chill out in the Jacuzzi and steam room or take advantage of the fully equipped gym? There’s even a beauty salon offering a range of treatments*, so whatever you choose to do you are sure to come away feeling revitalised.
After working up an appetite, guests can enjoy a tasty meal in O’Sullivan’s restaurant. The hotel also boasts its own cocktail lounge, perfect for relaxing with an after dinner drink.
If you’re still full of energy though, don’t worry because the hotel is well located, with key attractions such as London Zoo, Buckingham Palace and BBC Studios just a short train journey away if you fancy some sight-seeing.
For more information or to book a stay, call 0871 942 9071 or visit the website at www.qmh-hotels.com.
T&C’s: Prize is non transferable or redeemable for cash equivalent. It is valid until 31 October 2010. The prize refers to an overnight stay for two adults sharing one double or twin room on a bed and breakfast basis and includes a three-course meal and bottle of house wine on the same night. All additional drinks will be charged. Entrants must be at least 18 years old. Prize is subject to availability and excludes bank holidays. Winners must have entered the Race for Life. *Additional charges apply.
n For a chance to win this fantastic prize, simply visit the Race for Life event taking place at Gloucester Park, Basildon on 6 June and guess how many balloons are in The Enquirer’s Mini!
The person who guesses correctly (or enters the nearest guess) will be awarded the prize and notified on the day. It’s as simple as that! Happy guessing.