Overview
National Lottery UK Lotto uses 6 main numbers from 1 to 59, plus 1 bonus ball from the same pool. You pick 6 numbers (or use Lucky Dip for random) and win by matching the main numbers and, for some tiers, the bonus ball.
Since 10 June 2026, two draws take place every Wednesday and Saturday evening — Round 1 and Round 2 — usually around 8 pm UK time. One line is entered in both.
Important
Each draw is random. Past results do not influence future draws. Fetix does not sell tickets or pay prizes.
Basic format
UK Lotto uses:
- 6 main numbers from 1 to 59 (no repeats)
- 1 bonus ball from the same 1–59 pool, drawn after the 6 main numbers
You pick 6 numbers (or use Lucky Dip for random). You win by matching the main numbers and, for some tiers, the bonus ball.
Draw process — two rounds since June 2026
Draw evenings are still Wednesday and Saturday, around 8 pm UK time, but since 10 June 2026 each evening holds two separate draws: Round 1 and Round 2. Two different machines produce two independent sets of 6 main numbers plus a bonus ball. Balls are drawn randomly without replacement, and the same number can come out in both rounds by chance.
Your single line is checked against both rounds. It can win in Round 1, in Round 2, or in both.
The process is supervised and audited. Both sets of results are published together, soon after the draws.
Full explanation of the format: New Lotto rules 2026.
Prize tiers
Applies to each round — the same line is eligible in both.
| Match | Prize tier |
|---|---|
| 6 main | Jackpot (one pot for the evening, shared across both rounds) |
| 5 main + bonus | 2nd tier (£1M) |
| 5 main | 3rd tier (~£1,000) |
| 4 main | 4th tier (~£50) |
| 3 main | 5th tier (£10) |
| 2 main | 6th tier (£1) |
The lower tiers were reduced on 10 June 2026 to fund the second draw: Match 3 went from £30 to £10, and Match 2 from a free Lucky Dip to £1 in cash.
Exact payouts depend on the draw. Check UK Lotto draws for recent amounts, round by round.
Ticket cost and options
A standard line costs around £2 — unchanged by the two-round format, and it covers both rounds. Players can add more lines, play multiple draws, or use Lucky Dip for random numbers. Syndicates allow groups to share the cost and any winnings.
Go further on Fetix
- New Lotto rules 2026 — the two-draw format explained
- Prize tiers and odds — full table
- UK Lotto draws — see every draw
- Stats — analyse frequency and patterns
- Verify ticket — check your numbers
- My numbers — track your picks
Your winnings summary
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FAQ
What is the bonus ball for?
It creates an extra prize tier (Match 5+Bonus) between Match 6 and Match 5. It is drawn from the same 1–59 pool after the 6 main numbers.
Can I pick the same number twice?
No. Each of your 6 numbers must be different, and all must be between 1 and 59.
How many draws per week?
Four since 10 June 2026: two evenings (Wednesday and Saturday), each holding two rounds. Before that date there were two draws a week, one per evening.
Do I pay twice to play both rounds?
No. One £2 line is entered in both rounds of the evening automatically.
Where can I see the full rules?
On national-lottery.co.uk. Fetix provides draw results and stats, not official rules.
Does Fetix sell tickets?
No. Fetix displays results and statistics. Buy tickets from the National Lottery or authorised retailers.
Disclaimer
UK Lotto is a game of chance. Fetix does not sell tickets or guarantee winnings. Always check official sources for current rules.