All Hands On Deck Challenge on Saturday, 21 March 2026

1. Eligibility

1.1 Participants must be aged 6 years or over.
1.2 All participants and groups under the age of 16 must be accompanied by one paying adult at all times.
1.3 Participants must register in advance via the official sign-up process. No on-the-day entries will be permitted.

1.4 Participants must not be employees of SS Great Britain Trust or relatives of any employee.

2. The Competition

2.1 The competition involves participants placing one hand on a designated area of the SS Great Britain Weather Deck and maintaining contact for as long as possible.

2.2 Players must arrive at 9:30 AM, with everyone taking part ready to place one hand on the deck at the starting buzzer at 10 AM.

2.3 The designated competition area will be cordoned off and supervised by the SS Great Britain Trust staff and volunteers.

2.4 Participants must follow all instructions given by Trust staff at all times. Failure to do so may result in immediate disqualification.

2.5 If a participant removes their hand from the designated area at any time, for any reason, they will be immediately disqualified.

2.6 Trust staff and volunteers will monitor participants throughout the competition. If a member of staff determines that contact has been broken, that participant will be disqualified. Staff decisions regarding elimination are final.

2.7 The competition will end no later than 3:30 pm on the day of the event, in line with site closing times.

2.8 By taking part, participants agree to being photographed and filmed during the event. Images and footage may be used by the Trust for marketing, promotional and publicity purposes across print, digital and social media channels.

3. Determination of the Winner

3.1 The last remaining participant maintaining continuous contact with the designated area of the deck will be declared the winner.

3.2 If more than one participant remains at 3:30 PM, there can only be one winner. In such circumstances, the winner will be determined by a Victorian parlour game selected and administered by the Trust.

3.4 The Trust’s decision is final and binding in all matters relating to the competition.

4. The Prize

4.1 The winner will receive exclusive use of the SS Great Britain for one evening between 5:00 PM and 8:00 PM on a mutually agreed date between Monday and Wednesday, subject to availability.

4.2 The Trust will provide:

• A welcome from “Mr Brunel” (costumed interpreter).
• On-site staff presence throughout the event.
• A welcome drink for guests.
• Volunteer-led tours (subject to availability).

4.3 The prize does not include accommodation, additional catering beyond the welcome drink, entertainment, transport, or any other services unless explicitly confirmed in writing by the Trust. Additional catering and drinks will need to be booked in advance via the Trust’s catering partner.

4.4 The prize includes up to 40 guests. Any additional guests will need to be booked in advance at an additional cost, by contacting events@ssgreatbritain.org

4.5 The prize is non-transferable, non-exchangeable, and no cash alternative will be offered.

4.6 The event date must be agreed with the Trust and will be subject to operational requirements and availability.

4.7 The winner may reschedule the event once only, provided a minimum of seven (7) working days’ notice is given. If the winner cancels within seven (7) working days of the scheduled date, the event will be forfeited and cannot be rescheduled.

 

5. Health & Safety

5.1 Participation is at the individual’s own risk.

5.2 The Trust accepts no responsibility for any injury, loss or damage sustained while participating in the competition.

5.3 Participants must wear appropriate clothing and footwear suitable for outdoors for an extended period.

5.4 The Trust reserves the right to suspend, postpone, or cancel the competition in the event of adverse weather, safety concerns, or operational requirements.

6. Accessibility

6.1 Access to the Weather Deck is available via lift.

6.2 Participants requiring accessibility support should notify the Trust in advance to enable reasonable adjustments where possible.

7. Conduct

7.1 Participants must behave respectfully and safely at all times.

7.2 Any behaviour deemed unsafe, disruptive, or inappropriate by the Trust may result in disqualification and removal from the site.

8. Cancellation & Refunds

8.1 Entry fees are non-refundable.

8.2 The Trust reserves the right to amend, postpone, or cancel the competition or prize at its sole discretion due to operational requirements, safety concerns, force majeure, or circumstances beyond its control.

8.3 In such circumstances, the Trust shall not be liable for any additional costs incurred by participants.

9. General

9.1 By entering the competition, participants agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions.

9.2 The Trust reserves the right to amend these Terms & Conditions at any time.

9.3 All matters relating to the competition are at the discretion of the Trust.

9.4 The Trust’s word shall be final in all matters relating to the competition and prize.