CHRISTMAS arrived a few days early for Sheila Wilkes, who was the lucky winner of our Winner Takes It All This Christmas competition.

Sheila's entry was the first correct one to be plucked at random from the several hundred entries we received, and she was invited along to Webbs of Wychbold to pick up her prizes.

Sheila, who lives in Fairfield, said she had been dumbstruck when we broke news of the win to her.

"It's the biggest prize I've ever won, and I think some of my nephews and nieces will be delighted," she said.

Her prize consisted of a Christmas tree and decorations, a turkey and meat pack, childrens toys and games, a luxury hamper, a case of wine, including champagne, cd's and videos, books, and gifts for him and her including perfume.