The Big Win FAQs

The Big Win is a lottery game offered by The Health Lottery. It gives players the chance to win a variety of prizes by selecting 5 numbers from a pool of 1 to 50. The main goal is to match as many numbers as possible to win one of the game’s prize tiers, including the top prize.

To play The Big Win, choose 5 numbers from 1 to 50. You can select your numbers manually or opt for a random selection via “Lucky Dip.” The more numbers you match, the bigger your prize.

Each entry for The Big Win costs £1 per line. You can choose to enter multiple lines or play for several draws, which will increase the total cost.

The prize tiers for The Big Win along with the corresponding winning odds can be found on our winning odds page. The odds of winning the top prize (matching all 5 numbers) are approximately 1 in 2,118,760.

With five weekly draws on Tuesdays through Saturdays at around 7.45pm, the Big Win offers plenty of opportunities to win. 

You can check the results of the EuroMillions draw directly on our website or through our Facebook and Twitter social media profiles.

You have 180 days from the date of the draw to claim your prize. After this period, unclaimed prizes will be forfeited.

The method to claim your prize depends on the amount won and whether you played online or in-store. Visit our detailed claiming guide to help you claim your winnings.

Yes, you can play The Big Win online through the official Health Lottery website or mobile app.

Unfortunately, if you miss purchasing a ticket for a particular draw, you will not be entered. To ensure you don’t miss out on future draws, consider setting up a recurring play via the Health Lottery website or app.

If you need help with any aspect of The Big Win, you can visit the Health Lottery help section on their official website, or contact their customer service team for assistance.

No, The Big Win is only available to residents of the UK, including those in the Isle of Man and Channel Islands. If you live outside these areas, you cannot play.

In the UK, lottery winnings are not subject to income tax. However, if you decide to invest or transfer your winnings, you may be liable for taxes on the investment income or capital gains.

If you lose a physical ticket, there is no way to claim the prize. It’s essential to keep your ticket in a safe place. For online players, your account will track your tickets and winnings, so there’s no need to worry about losing an online ticket.