UK Lotto
About This Lottery
UK Lotto is Britain's most famous lottery, run by the National Lottery since 1994. With draws every Wednesday and Saturday, it is part of the fabric of British life.
The jackpot starts at GBP 2 million and rolls over until someone wins. Unlike some other lotteries, there is a five-rollover limit — after that, the jackpot must be paid out one way or another.
A portion of every ticket sold goes to good causes across the UK, from arts and sports to heritage and community projects. Playing UK Lotto is good for you and good for Britain.
How to Play
Playing UK Lotto is straightforward: pick six numbers from 1 to 59 and hope they come up on Wednesday or Saturday night. Match all six and you win the jackpot.
After the main six balls are drawn, a Bonus Ball is picked from the remaining numbers. If you match five main numbers plus the Bonus Ball, you win the second prize — which can be worth hundreds of thousands of pounds.
Each line costs GBP 2, and you can pick your own numbers or use Lucky Dip for a random selection. Many players keep the same numbers for years — some of them eventually win.
Buy Tickets with Crypto
Playing UK Lotto with crypto is simple through online lottery platforms that accept Bitcoin and Ethereum. You do not need a UK bank account or even a UK address.
Crypto deposits are processed quickly and let you get your ticket in before the Wednesday or Saturday draw, no matter where in the world you are.
Collect your prize in crypto if you win. Online platforms make it easy to play UK Lotto and withdraw your winnings in the digital currency of your choice.
Prizes & Odds
UK Lotto has six ways to win. At the top is the jackpot for matching all six numbers. Even matching just two numbers wins you a free Lucky Dip ticket for the next draw.
The second prize — five numbers plus the Bonus Ball — can be worth hundreds of thousands of pounds depending on ticket sales that draw. Third prize for five main numbers is a fixed GBP 1,750.
Prizes for the jackpot and higher tiers are split among all winners, so the exact amount depends on how many people win. But the lower fixed tiers always pay the same guaranteed amount.
When Are the Draws?
UK Lotto draws happen every Wednesday and Saturday evening at around 7:45 PM UK time. Ticket sales close 15 minutes before the draw, at 7:30 PM.
You can buy tickets online or at any National Lottery retailer in the UK. International players can access UK Lotto through licensed online lottery platforms.
Results are posted on the National Lottery website and app as soon as the draw finishes. You can also watch the draw live on certain broadcast channels.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is UK Lotto?
UK Lotto is Britain's original national lottery, running since 1994 with draws every Wednesday and Saturday. Pick six numbers from 1 to 59 for a chance to win millions.
What are my chances of winning UK Lotto?
Your jackpot odds are about 1 in 45 million — much better than US lotteries. Overall odds of winning any prize are approximately 1 in 9.3.
How do I play UK Lotto online?
UK residents can buy at any lottery retailer or on the National Lottery website. International players can use licensed online lottery platforms, including ones that accept crypto.
Can I buy UK Lotto tickets with crypto?
Yes, through authorised third-party platforms. Use Bitcoin or Ethereum to fund your account and buy UK Lotto tickets from anywhere in the world.
When does UK Lotto draw?
Every Wednesday and Saturday at 7:45 PM UK time. Sales close at 7:30 PM, so do not leave it too late.
Where can I see UK Lotto results?
Check the National Lottery website or app right after the draw. Results are published immediately.
