Celebrating The 10th Anniversary Of The ‘Return To Flight’ Of Vulcan XH558

The VTST Prize Raffle is now entering its final month, before it closes on December 31, with a fantastic range of five prizes to suit all tastes and interests. The opportunity to win one of these prizes would make an amazing Christmas present for family or friends and is a great way to support the future of XH558.

The Raffle is an appropriate celebration of the 10th Anniversary of the return to flight of Avro XH558, Vulcan which took place on 18th October 2007, leading to eight highly memorable years of flying at airshows and other public events by this much loved and iconic aircraft during which it is estimated that she was seen by some 24 million people.

As well as entering for themselves, people are finding raffle tickets are the ideal insert for Christmas Cards and as a stocking filler for those last-minute surprises, much like buying a Lotto ticket for a chance to win, except the odds of winning one of the prizes is much better.

Prizes include:

• First Prize: A £3,500 ($4,670) Thomas Cook Holiday Voucher

It could be a trip to New York, Disneyland in Florida, a luxury family cruise or a relaxing break in the Caribbean - whatever your dream holiday or destination would be - our first prize will allow you to book  your holiday to the value of the voucher. The voucher will cover all of the UK, European and Worldwide destinations available in the Thomas Cook 2018 brochure and on their website, which includes many ways to personalise each booking to your needs.

• 2nd Prize: A day with ‘The Blades’ aerobatic display team and a flight in a Spitfire With your guest in formation in an Extra 300 aircraft.

Enjoy the experience of flying in a British Aviation icon – The Supermarine Spitfire. Includes a full days’ hospitality and a range of entertainment including witnessing a flying display by ‘The Blades’ Aerobatic Team.

The winner has a seat in a Spitfire with their guest a seat in an Extra 300 aerobatic aircraft. Prize also includes £150 ($200) to help cover any travel or accommodation expenses.

• 3rd Prize: A Seven Course meal and overnight stay at Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons

A culinary experience for two. Enjoy the sumptuous surrounding of Raymond Blanc’s Oxfordshire Manor House with a dining extravaganza and overnight stay. Arrive on Saturday lunchtime and after checking in, relax in your luxuriously appointed suite or stroll the delightful grounds before taking your seat in the 2 Michelin Star Restaurant to enjoy a seven-course dining menu. On Sunday, ease down for breakfast and then enjoy more time exploring the extensive gardens and local countryside. Also included will be £100 ($130)  to help cover any travel expenses.

• 4th Prize: One-hour flight in a Tiger Moth
• 5th Prize: 30-minute Helicopter Flight

The drawing will take place on Wednesday January 10 January with the lucky winners being announced on the Vulcan to the Sky website.

(Source: Vulcan to the Sky news release. Image from file)

FMI: www.vulcantothesky.org