Philip Harris’ biggest ever giveaway.
Over £11,000 of prizes to be won!
The periodic table scavenger hunt includes a scratch card in every box we supply from our warehouse to secondary schools and college orders in the UK. Find the Francium to win £5,000 worth of science equipment for your school or college.
What will you spend this game changing amount on? There’s lots of runners up prizes too. And everyone gets 20% off one order between 1st September and 30th September 2025 with the code on the scratch card!
How to enter
Simply place an order between 5th May and 25th July 2025. There’s no minimum order required. You will receive a scratch card with one order from our UK warehouse. Check your boxes thoroughly. It is a scavenger hunt after all
More chances to win - Fill in this form and we’ll send you a scratch card. One card per school.
Over 44 prizes to be won!
£5,000 of
science resources
x1
£2,000 of
science resources
x1
5 pack of UNILAB bench power supplies worth £700
x3
Philip Harris labware bundle worth £200
x10
12 pack of Findel Everyday 250ml beakers worth £7.30
x30
20% discount on one order between 1st September and 30th September 2025
Everyone's a winner
Who can enter?
UK residents aged 18 and over working in secondary schools and colleges across the UK are eligible to enter the competition. Please note that primary school, universities, businesses, private individuals, trade partners, resellers, and employees (and their families) and anyone else professionally connected with this promotion are not eligible to enter.
How many prizes are available?
There are 44 prizes available in total including £5,000 to spend as you wish on your labs and preproom. Everyone is a winner though. Find any old Iron to get 20% off one order between 1st September and 30th September 2025 with the code on the scratch card!
Claiming your prize
If you discover Francium, Californium, Carbon, Rhodium, or Plutonium, congratulations! To claim your prize, simply email socialmedia@philipharris.co.uk with your name, school name and address and telephone number. Include your secret code, and we’ll be in touch within the next working day. Make sure to claim your prize by 30th September 2025. Any claims submitted after this date will be invalid.
IMPORTANT: please keep your winning scratch cards. All winning cards must be retained for inspection if requested.
Found Iron? You still win! Enjoy a 20% discount on one order between 1st September and 30th September 2025. Just use the code on your scratch card when placing your order. Terms and conditions apply, see full details below.
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Periodic Table Scavenger Hunt all about?
Join our scavenger hunt this summer to find the rarest element of all. We’re offering secondary schools and colleges across the UK the scarce opportunity to win over £11,000 worth of prizes. Find the Francium to win a game changing £5,000 inclusive of VAT to spend as you wish on your labs and prep room.
Who can enter?
UK residents aged 18 and over working in secondary schools and colleges across the UK are eligible to enter the competition. Please note that primary school, universities, businesses, private individuals, trade partners, resellers, and employees (and their families) and anyone else professionally connected with this promotion are not eligible to enter.
How do I enter?
Simply place an order between 5th May 2025 and 25th July 2025. There’s no minimum order required. You will receive a scratch card with one order from our UK warehouse. Orders for products which are direct delivery are excluded from receiving scratchcards and are not eligible for this competition. Check your boxes thoroughly. It’s a scavenger hunt after all.
Do I need to make a purchase to enter?
No purchase is necessary. You can enter for free by filling in this form and we’ll send you a scratch card. The free entry method provides an equal chance of winning. One free entry per school or college.
I haven’t had a scratch card in my order. How do I get one?
Simply fill in this form and we’ll send you a scratch card. This method provides an equal chance of winning. One entry per school or college.
How many prizes are available?
There are 44 prizes available in total including £5,000 inclusive of VAT to spend as you wish on your labs and preproom. Everyone is a winner though. Find any old Iron to get 20% off one order between 1st September and 30th September 2025 with the code on the scratch card!
What prizes can I win?
We’re giving away over £11,000 worth of prizes including £5,000 inclusive of VAT to spend as you wish on your labs and prep room. Runner up £2,000 inclusive of VAT. Plus 3 x packs of five UNILAB bench power supplies, 10 x Philip Harris labware bundles worth £200; and 30 x 12 packs of Findel Everyday 250ml beakers.
I’ve found the Francium, Californium, Carbon, Rhodium or Plutonium. How do I claim my prize?
Congratulations! Simply email socialmedia@philipharris.co.uk with your name and telephone number. Quote your secret code on the front of the card and we’ll be in touch within the next working day. Prizes must be delivered to a UK school or college address. IMPORTANT: please keep your winning scratch cards. All winning cards must be retained for inspection if requested.
Iron, Iron, any old Iron. What have I won?
You’re still a winner with a 20% discount on one order between 1st September and 30th September 2025. Simply quote the code on your scratch card when ordering. Terms and conditions apply and can be found here.
When do I have to claim my prize by?
You need to claim your prize by 30th September 2025. Any claims after this date will be invalid.
How can I find out who has won a prize?
You can find out by making a formal request in writing to Periodic Table Scavenger Hunt Competition, Findel, 2 Gregory Street, Hyde, SK14 4HR.
Where can I see the terms and conditions?
You can view the terms and conditions of the Periodic Table Scavenger Hunt here.
Promoter is Findel, trading as Philip Harris. The Promoter reserves the right to cancel, modify, or suspend the competition in the event of unforeseen circumstances. The Promoter's decisions are final and binding.
