Sandra Hall, a 61-year-old professional carer from Stoke, has recently won a remarkable £3.6 million jackpot through the National Lottery's Set for Life draw, a prize that pays out £10,000 every month for 30 years. This life-changing win was officially announced on June 18, 2025, marking a new chapter in her life filled with both generosity and personal indulgence.
For nearly two decades, Sandra has dedicated her life to caring for others, a vocation she holds close to her heart. Yet, as she shared, her family and friends often remind her to take time for herself. Winning the lottery provided the perfect opportunity to balance this selflessness with some well-deserved self-care.
One of her first planned treats is a brand-new hot tub, a luxury she’s excited to enjoy. Sandra intends to have her winning numbers engraved on it, a lasting reminder of her incredible stroke of luck every time she relaxes in its warm waters. "It’s always been who I am to try and look after others, it’s my vocation," she said. "Sometimes I get reminded by family and friends that I need to do something for myself. When I found out that I’d just won the top prize on Set For Life, I knew my one treat would be a hot tub! I’ll have my winning numbers engraved on it to remind myself how lucky I have been every time I take a dip."
But Sandra’s generosity doesn’t stop with herself. Her fiancé John, a 59-year-old farmer, was among the first to benefit from her good fortune. John had been in need of a new van for his work, and Sandra didn’t hesitate to help. Upon receiving her first £10,000 payment, she immediately put down a deposit and insisted on paying off the remaining balance. "He’s been needing a new van for work and when I won I immediately put a deposit on one. When the first £10,000 landed in my bank account I insisted on paying off the balance," she explained.
The reality of the win truly hit Sandra when that initial payment arrived in her bank account. "It hit me when the first £10,000 payment landed in my bank account…I’ve got 359 of these still left to go!" she said, marveling at the long-term security the prize offers. With 30 years of monthly payments ahead, the possibilities for what she can do with her winnings seem endless.
Looking ahead, Sandra plans to indulge in a few other luxuries. She’s eager to book luxury weekend breaks and enjoy shopping sprees where price tags won’t be a concern. "I’ll definitely be booking some luxury weekend breaks and it’ll be very nice to go shopping and not look at the price for once," she shared. Yet, despite the newfound financial freedom, Sandra is clear that the win won’t change who she is.
"The win won’t change me, but it will mean that, while I continue to care for others, I can make sure that I also care for myself," she said. This sentiment reflects the balance she hopes to maintain between her generous spirit and the opportunity to enjoy life’s comforts.
The National Lottery has been a transformative force in the UK since its inception in 1994, creating over 7,400 new millionaires and raising more than £4 million daily for good causes across the country. Sandra Hall’s story is a shining example of how the lottery can impact lives, not just by providing financial security but also by enabling winners to support their loved ones and pursue personal happiness.
Her journey from a dedicated carer to a lottery winner underscores the unpredictable nature of life and the profound changes a single moment can bring. As Sandra embarks on this exciting new phase, her story offers inspiration and hope to many who dream of such fortune.
With her winning numbers etched into her new hot tub and a heart full of generosity, Sandra Hall is set to enjoy the best of both worlds—continuing her caring work while embracing the joys that her winnings afford her.