How it works
Simple, fair and local
Everything you need to know about entering, the draw and prizes.
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Send your entry
Use the online entry form on the Play page or email us. Choose 1 to 5 entries per draw and pay for 4, 13, 26 or 52 weeks in advance.
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Pay securely
We reply within 2 working days with a secure payment link. You can also pay in person at the Sports Centre. Your entries start from the first Friday draw after payment is received, as long as payment arrives before the Wednesday 11:59pm cut-off.
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Receive your Lucky Numbers
Each entry gets its own unique Lucky Number, which stays the same for as long as you play. We confirm your numbers and the draw dates you are entered into by email.
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The Friday draw
At 8pm every Friday, three Lucky Numbers are drawn from all paid-up entries using an independent random number generator. The draw is recorded and witnessed by two trustees who do not play the lottery.
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Winners are contacted
We contact winners by email or phone within 3 working days. Results are published here and on Facebook every Saturday. There is nothing to claim.
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Prizes paid
Prizes are paid by bank transfer within 14 days, once we have confirmed the winner's identity and that they are 18 or over.
Prizes
| Where it goes | Share of each £1 | Example: 400 entries in a draw |
|---|---|---|
| Drumchapel & District Sports Centre | 50p (50%) | £200.00 |
| Prize fund | 40p (40%) | £160.00 |
| Running costs (payment fees, administration) | 10p (10%) | £40.00 |
| Prize | Share of prize fund | Example: 400 entries |
|---|---|---|
| 1st prize | 60% | £96.00 |
| 2nd prize | 25% | £40.00 |
| 3rd prize | 15% | £24.00 |
Prizes grow as more people play. There are three guaranteed winners every week. Prize amounts are rounded down to the nearest penny; any remainder goes to the Sports Centre.
Fair draw
Each paid-up entry has exactly the same chance of winning. Lucky Numbers are only included once payment has been received. A single entry can win only one prize per draw. Draw records are kept for at least one year.
Unclaimed prizes
If we cannot reach a winner, we will keep trying for 180 days using the contact details provided. After 180 days, an unclaimed prize is given to the Sports Centre.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to play?
Each entry costs £1 per weekly draw. You can buy up to 5 entries per draw and pay for 4, 13, 26 or 52 weeks in advance.
When is the draw?
Every Friday at 8pm. The first draw is on Friday 4 December 2026. Entries for each draw close at 11:59pm on the Wednesday before.
How are winners chosen?
Every paid-up entry is given its own unique Lucky Number. Three Lucky Numbers are drawn using an independent random number generator, in the presence of two trustees who do not play. Every draw has three winners.
How will I know if I have won?
You do not need to check or claim. We contact winners by email or phone within 3 working days of the draw. Results are also published on our Winners page and Facebook page every Saturday.
How are prizes paid?
By bank transfer within 14 days of the draw, once we have confirmed the winner's identity and age.
Can I cancel or pause?
Yes, at any time. Contact us and we will stop your entries and refund any paid weeks that have not been played.
Is it safe to pay?
Yes. We never ask for card or bank details by email or through this website. Once we receive your entry, we send you a secure payment link from our payment provider, or you can pay in person at the Sports Centre.
Who can play?
Anyone aged 18 or over who lives in the United Kingdom. Trustees who run the draw cannot take part.
Is this a donation?
No. A lottery entry is a payment to take part in a game of chance, so it is not eligible for Gift Aid. If you would like to give without playing, please see our Donate page.
Ready to play?
Three winners every Friday. 18+ only.