c2c and Ambassador Cruises celebrate continuing partnership with new prize draw

To celebrate the third year of c2c and Ambassador Cruise Line’s ongoing partnership, GBR Anglia – which brings together the leadership of c2c, Greater Anglia and Network Rail Anglia under a single, unified structure – is offering customers the chance to win a very special prize.

On Friday 4 December, one lucky prize winner and three guests will enjoy an overnight stay in two cabins aboard Ambassador’s stunning flagship, Ambience. They’ll also attend a West End-style show and enjoy dinner for four at an Ambassador Christmas Party Event – a prize worth more than £500!

Blending tradition and innovation, Ambassador offers guests the chance to experience breathtaking destinations, amazing entertainment, outstanding cuisine and no-fly convenience, where every guest enjoys the warmest welcome at sea.

With c2c providing rail connections to Ambassador’s home port of London Cruise Terminal through Tilbury Town station, the travel organisations have continued their partnership to offer local voyagers the opportunity to combine rail and cruising and get onboard with a special competition.

The competition opens on 1 October 2026, with entries open until noon on 6 November 2026. Customers can enter by clicking here.

Rob Mullen, GBR Anglia’s Chief Customer & Commercial Officer, said:

“Once again, we are delighted to be able to offer this incredible prize to our customers. Our continued partnership with Ambassador is a fantastic way to showcase how easy it is to combine rail travel with a memorable cruise experience from the local area.

“The ongoing partnership between c2c and Ambassador showcases our dedication to our local communities and the customers we serve. We’re proud to help connect people with exciting opportunities right on their doorstep, while supporting leisure travel through Tilbury and the wider region.”

For customers not lucky enough to win, Ambassador will continue to provide a special 5% discount for c2c customers, available on any current Ambassador deal or offer, valid for bookings made until 31 March 2027, for all sailings currently on sale.

Ambassador’s Chief Marketing Officer, Gordon Nardini, said:

“Now in the third year of our partnership with c2c, we are delighted to once again give local customers the chance to experience the warmest welcome at sea with Ambassador Cruise Line. With convenient rail connections to our home port at London Tilbury, c2c helps make it easy for guests to begin their no-fly holiday close to home.

“We look forward to welcoming the lucky winners aboard our first lady of the sea, Ambience, for a festive taste of Ambassador, complete with great food, amazing entertainment and our signature friendly service – because moments matter.”

ENDS

NOTES TO EDITORS

About GBR Anglia

GBR Anglia brings together c2c, Greater Anglia and Network Rail Anglia under one unified leadership team as part of the wider journey towards Great British Railways.

This new structure is part of wider plans to create Great British Railways (GBR), bringing track and train closer together to deliver a better, more joined-up railway for customers and communities in Anglia.

The structure is designed to support closer operational coordination across infrastructure, train services and customer delivery.

Existing ticketing and customer arrangements remain unchanged, and customers will continue to see the current company identities as the railway transitions towards GBR.

The Anglia route serves a fast-growing region, connecting commuters, leisure travellers, ports, power stations and more, as well as Stansted and Southend airports.

About c2c

• c2c is the award-winning train operator running services between Fenchurch Street and Shoeburyness, serving 26 stations in East London and South Essex.
• c2c is one of the UK’s most punctual and popular train operators and nearly 37.3 million journeys are made on its services every year.
• The operation of all c2c services transferred into public ownership on Sunday 20 July 2025 and is managed by DFTO (DfT Operator Ltd).
• For more information email mediaenquiries@c2crail.net

About DFTO

• DFTO works with train operators and Network Rail to lay the foundations for Great British Railways (GBR) – working together to deliver a better railway for everyone in Britain.
• Ahead of the establishment of GBR in 2027, DFTO is responsible for bringing privately operated passenger services into public ownership, ensuring stability, accountability and continuity for customers and taxpayers.
• The group’s current train operating companies are: c2c, Chiltern Railways, Greater Anglia, GTR, LNER, Northern, Southeastern, South Western Railway, TransPennine Express and WM Trains.
• DFTO now runs 12,000 rail services every day and delivers over one billion customer journeys across its networks each year.

Images

Featured Image: Ambassador Cruise Line, Ambiance

Second Image: c2c train going through Leigh

About Ambassador Cruise Line

Ambassador Cruise Line is Britain’s authentic no-fly cruise line offering affordable quality and the warmest welcome at sea.

Experience breathtaking destinations, amazing entertainment, outstanding cuisine, and no-fly convenience with Ambassador from the easily accessible London Cruise Terminal, which is a 20 min walk from Tilbury Town Station, 44 mins from London Fenchurch Street, plus six other regional UK ports means you can enjoy yourself sooner without long queues, luggage restrictions, or exchange rate worries. With enhanced health and safety standards, financial protection insurance, ABTA/CLIA membership, and no exchange rate worries, you can enjoy the warmest welcome at sea with peace of mind guaranteed.

Whether you’re dreaming of the sun-kissed Caribbean and Canary Islands, Norway’s majestic fjords or a grand Mediterranean escape, Ambassador have your next unforgettable journey covered.

c2c Customers can save a special 5% bonus discount on top of Ambassadors already amazing fares and deals with code c2c5 online: https://www.ambassadorcruiseline.com/?utm_source=c2c_customers&utm_medium=website_referrer&utm_campaign=c2c5

To celebrate c2c’s third year of partnership with Ambassador, we’re giving away a table for 4 at the Ambassador Christmas Party Event on Friday 4th December 2026 — a delicious five-course dinner and show, followed by an overnight stay in two cabins and breakfast the next morning, worth up to £500. It’s the perfect chance to step aboard an Ambassador ship to explore the facilities and cabins, savour delicious cuisine and enjoy an evening of stylish entertainment! Gather your family or friends for an occasion with a difference; the perfect introduction for anyone new to cruising and dreaming of their first ocean voyage.

Offer Terms and Conditions

The promotional code c2c5 cannot be combined with other charity/member/association/media or affiliate promotion codes or onboard future cruise offers or Nectar points. It may only be combined with an Ambassador Campaign Promotional code advertised on the Ambassador website. The promotional code is not valid on Ambassador’s Christmas Parties or selected charters. The promotional code can only be used for new bookings only made directly on Ambassador’s website or through our call centre, it cannot be used for bookings made through travel agents or other third parties. Promotional code is valid on all new bookings from 1st October 2026 to 31st March 2027, closing at 23:59 for all sailings on sale. The promotional code may be discontinued at any time at Ambassador’s discretion. Fares subject to availability and may be withdrawn or changed without notice. For full terms and conditions of booking visit www.ambassadorcruiseline.com.

Extras not included: Travel insurance, travel costs to/ from the port of embarkation, port parking, onboard gratuities and service charges where a package has not been purchased (automatically billed to the onboard account), optional shore excursions, discretionary expenditure of a personal nature including hot and cold alcoholic & non-alcoholic drinks, gifts, shopping, laundry, Wi-Fi and communication, and any visa & health certificate charges that may apply. Ambassador Cruise Line reserves the right to cancel, change or amend any theme cruise activities/speakers/acts at short notice. In the event of your cruise being cancelled, you will be guaranteed a full refund. Cruise holidays booked with Ambassador Cruise Holidays Limited, trading as Ambassador Cruise Line, are financially protected in accordance with the Package Travel and Linked Arrangements Regulations 2018. Copyright 2026. Ambassador Cruise Holidays Limited is a company registered in England and Wales. Registered number: 13299365.

Prize Terms and Conditions

• The prize is for four adults (over 18 years) at the Christmas Party Event on Friday 4th December 2026 at 20:30 which includes a five-course gala dinner and show experience on board Ambience at London Cruise Terminal, plus an overnight stay sharing two cabins and breakfast the following morning.
• Prize visit commences with embarkation at 17:30 on Friday 4th December 2026 on Ambience at the London International Cruise Terminal, Tilbury, Essex, RM18 7NG and finishes at 09:15 on Saturday 5th December 2026. Winners will be required to book their specific embarkation time slot.
• Included in the prize are welcome cocktails and half a bottle of wine per person with the meal, an overnight stay plus breakfast and gratuities. Port parking for one vehicle per prize winner for the duration of the event is also included in the prize.
• The prize winner must supply the first name, Date of Birth of the 4 people in their party upon confirmation of the prize and by 14th November 2026 latest and all guests will be required to provide photographic identification on arrival on the day at the event. If Port Parking is required the car make, model, colour and registration must also be confirmed by 14th November 2026.
• Prize winners must arrive at the port for embarkation at the specified time of 17:30 on the day of the event with their Photo ID.
• The prize excludes: travel insurance; travel joining costs to the cruise terminal/port; onboard expenditure of a personal nature i.e. additional drinks, gifts, shopping, communications etc.
• Tables in the restaurant are fixed and seat sizes of 4, 6 or 8 guests. Your party may be seated with other guests.
• Dietary requirements must be provided upon prize confirmation and are subject to availability.
• The number of guests who require the use of a wheelchair onboard our Christmas Parties will be strictly limited therefore, you must inform us of your intention to use a wheelchair onboard as soon as possible. Only those guests with advanced approval will be able to use their mobility aid onboard.
• Ambassador Cruise Line does not allow alcohol to be brought on board and we reserve the right to confiscate any alcohol before allowing you to board the vessel. Any confiscated alcohol will be returned on disembarkation.
• It is prohibited to carry or consume any illegal drugs whilst onboard.
• Children under the age of 18 are not accepted at the Christmas Parties.
• Ambassador Cruise Line reserves the right to amalgamate or cancel Christmas Parties and/or to move pre-booked tables or dining times to ensure appropriate numbers.
• The prize is as described, is not transferable and there is no cash alternative.
• The Promoter of this Prize Draw is c2c Railway Limited (trading as C2C) of Seventh Floor, 100 Lower Thames Street, London, EC3R 6DL
• Entrants must be over 18 to enter
• By completing and submitting this form online at c2cxxxx only you are agreeing to allow Ambassador Cruise Line to include your submission within the prize draw.
• You are deemed to have accepted and agreed to be bound by these terms and conditions upon entry.
• The Promoters reserve the right to refuse entry or refuse to award any prize to anyone in breach of these terms and conditions.
• The Promoters reserve the right to hold void, cancel, suspend or amend the promotion where it becomes necessary to do so.
• The closing date you must enter by is: xxxxx2026. No entries will be accepted after the deadline, it is your responsibility to make sure entries arrive on time.
• The prize will be drawn at random performed by a computer process and supervised by an independent persona after the closing dates stated above. The winner will be notified via email up to 3 days after the closing date. If a winner does not respond within 48 hours of the notification email being sent then the winner’s prize will be forfeited and Ambassador will be entitled to select another winner in accordance with the process described above.
• Judges’ decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
• Standard booking terms and conditions still apply. Please see https://www.ambassadorcruiseline.com/information/event-terms-conditions/
• The prize draw detailed is supplied by Ambassador Cruise Line and Ambassador Cruise Line reserves the right to replace the prize with an alternative prize of equal value if circumstances beyond its control make it necessary to do so.
• The winner’s first name and hometown may be used across Ambassador Cruise Line’s social media/website platforms. If you wish to remain anonymous, please contact social@ambassadorcruiseline.com within 5 days of submitting your entry.
• All guests going onboard the Cruise must comply with the requirements for travel as stated on Ambassador Cruise Line website and respect any Government advice at that time.