The National Lottery has once again captured the public’s imagination, not only with its dazzling jackpots but also with a growing list of unclaimed fortunes waiting to transform lives across the United Kingdom. As 2025 comes to a close, five major prizes—totaling more than £14 million—remain unclaimed, sparking a nationwide hunt for the missing millionaires. With deadlines looming and life-changing sums at stake, the clock is ticking for a handful of lucky ticket holders who may not even realize their good fortune.
According to reports from BristolLive, the unclaimed prizes include a jaw-dropping £10,633,323 jackpot, several £1 million windfalls, and a Set For Life award worth £120,000 over one year. The largest of these, the £10 million-plus jackpot, was won in a Lotto draw on October 4, 2025, with the winning ticket purchased in the London Borough of Bexley. The winning numbers for that draw were 6, 8, 12, 33, 49, and 59. The winner has until April 2, 2026, to come forward and claim the prize. If the ticket remains unclaimed after the deadline, the money will be allocated to National Lottery-funded good causes, as per the lottery’s longstanding policy.
Meanwhile, a £1 million prize from the Lotto draw on November 1, 2025, is waiting for its rightful owner in South Gloucestershire. The winner matched five main numbers plus the bonus ball and now has until April 30, 2026, to claim the life-altering sum. Local residents have been urged to check their tickets carefully, as the National Lottery continues its search for this elusive winner. The organization lists all unclaimed winnings on its website, including details such as the draw date, winning numbers, and claim deadlines, making it easier for players to identify any overlooked prizes.
But South Gloucestershire isn’t the only area with a missing millionaire. In Birmingham, a EuroMillions Millionaire Maker ticket worth £1 million was purchased for the August 15, 2025, draw. The deadline to claim this prize is February 11, 2026. The Millionaire Maker is a supplementary game attached to EuroMillions, offering UK players an extra chance to win big with a unique code printed on each ticket. Despite the odds, someone in Birmingham is already a millionaire—they just don’t know it yet.
West Dorset is also home to an unclaimed Set For Life prize. On October 16, 2025, a lucky player won the second-tier award, which pays out £10,000 every month for a year—a total of £120,000. The winner has until April 14, 2026, to claim their prize. Set For Life draws take place every Monday and Thursday, offering top prizes of £10,000 per month for 30 years, and a substantial consolation for those who come close.
Adding to the list are two more £1 million prizes from the EuroMillions Millionaire Maker draws. The first was won on October 31, 2025, with the ticket purchased in the Borough of Broxbourne. The claim deadline for this prize is April 29, 2026. The second was claimed on November 4, 2025, by a ticket bought in Bournemouth, with a deadline of May 3, 2026. In all, these five prizes represent not just a potential windfall for individuals, but also a significant sum that could be redirected to community projects if left unclaimed.
For those wondering how to claim, the National Lottery provides guidance on its website, detailing the steps needed to verify and collect winnings. Players have a six-month window from the date of the draw to come forward. If no one claims the prize within this period, the money is allocated to good causes supported by the National Lottery, ensuring that even unclaimed fortunes benefit the wider community.
While the search for missing millionaires continues, the excitement of new draws remains undiminished. On Saturday, December 20, 2025, the National Lottery Lotto featured a triple rollover jackpot, estimated at a staggering £7.2 million, as reported by WalesOnline. The winning numbers for that night’s draw were 2, 25, 27, 34, 45, and 52, with a bonus ball of 47. For Thunderball players, the winning numbers were 9, 18, 19, 24, and 35, with a Thunderball of 13. The Thunderball draw boasted a top prize of £500,000, and tickets for both games cost just £2 each.
Lotto draws take place every Wednesday and Saturday, with ticket sales closing at 7:30 pm on draw days. EuroMillions, another favorite among UK players, is drawn every Tuesday and Friday, offering even greater jackpots and the added allure of the Millionaire Maker. Set For Life, meanwhile, holds its draws on Mondays and Thursdays. Thunderball offers additional chances to win, with draws every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday.
Beyond the thrill of potentially winning millions, the National Lottery plays a vital role in supporting good causes throughout the UK. Every ticket sold contributes to funding projects in the arts, sports, heritage, and community sectors. According to National Lottery officials, millions of pounds are raised each week, helping to improve lives and strengthen communities across the country.
But for now, all eyes are on the unclaimed prizes. The National Lottery has launched a public appeal, urging players to check their tickets—especially those purchased in South Gloucestershire, Birmingham, Bexley, West Dorset, Broxbourne, and Bournemouth. With deadlines approaching, the message is clear: Don’t let your fortune slip away unnoticed.
It’s a scenario that’s hard to imagine—winning a life-changing sum and never realizing it. Yet, it happens more often than one might think. Whether due to lost tickets, forgotten purchases, or simple disbelief, millions of pounds go unclaimed each year. The National Lottery’s website serves as a central hub for information, listing all outstanding prizes and providing step-by-step instructions for claimants.
For those still dreaming of their own big win, the National Lottery offers plenty of opportunities. With regular draws, a variety of games, and the chance to support good causes, it remains a fixture of British life. And who knows? The next ticket you buy could be the one that changes everything—just remember to check those numbers.
As the search for missing millionaires intensifies, the National Lottery’s message resonates: life-changing fortunes are out there, waiting to be claimed. It’s just a matter of finding the right ticket—and the right person—to make those dreams a reality.
