**National Lottery Results: Saturday 26 April – Did You Win The Big Jackpot?**
Lottery enthusiasts across the UK tuned in tonight as the National Lottery held its much-anticipated Lotto and Thunderball draws, offering life-changing sums for those lucky enough to match the winning numbers. With a Lotto jackpot that had rolled over, this evening’s top prize rose to an impressive £4 million, adding an extra layer of excitement for hopeful players up and down the country.
As tradition dictates, the Lotto numbers were drawn at 8pm, swiftly followed by the Thunderball draw. The Thunderball, always a popular choice for those seeking a higher chance of winning with a slightly smaller jackpot, offered a top prize of £500,000 this evening.
For those not familiar with the history, the UK’s National Lottery has been a fixture in British life since its very first draw on 19 November 1994. Over the decades, the Lottery has transformed lives, not only through its bumper jackpots, but also through its vital role in funding a wide range of good causes. In fact, half of all money spent by players goes directly into the prize fund, with significant proportions also set aside for charitable projects, government duty, and support for retailers.
Tonight’s draws are part of a proud legacy—since its inception, the National Lottery has handed out over £95 billion in prizes, creating more than 7,400 new millionaires. According to organisers, the Lottery creates over nine million winners every week, and on average, seven new millionaires are made. This sheer scale underlines the impact the National Lottery continues to have across the nation, both for individuals and for society as a whole.
For many, regular participation is an exciting ritual, but the Lottery also acts as a prompt for people to dream big and imagine a dramatic change in their fortunes. As thousands await the results with bated breath, it’s worth remembering that the appeal of the Lottery goes beyond the big winners—28% of all receipts are allocated to good causes, supporting everything from local sports clubs to heritage preservation projects across the UK. The positive impact of this redistribution of wealth is felt in communities large and small.
Beyond the excitement of the draw, the National Lottery stands as an example of a collective activity that brings people together, as families, friends, and colleagues traditionally pool their tickets in pursuit of that elusive jackpot. Even those who don’t bag the top prize can take satisfaction in supporting a scheme that has such wide-reaching benefits.
Of course, with tonight’s draw being a rollover event, anticipation reached a fever pitch, with increased ticket sales and chatter across social media. Stories often surface after such draws, highlighting both the joy of big winners and the good fortune of those landing the smaller, yet still significant, prizes. As ever, the National Lottery urges everyone to play responsibly, reminding would-be millionaires that it remains a game of chance.
For those keen to improve their odds, it is always advisable to check tickets promptly and ensure prize claims are made within the designated period. Historic cases have sadly seen major prizes going unclaimed—sometimes attributed to lost tickets, or even simple forgetfulness. The National Lottery provides a range of online platforms and retail locations to make checking results and claiming prizes as straightforward as possible.
So, as the buzz of tonight’s draw settles, attention will now turn to the next big jackpot. Whether fortune favoured you this evening or not, the National Lottery continues to inspire and support millions, making dreams a reality, and turning spare change into real change for communities throughout the United Kingdom.
For those yet to check their results, the winning numbers for tonight’s Lotto and Thunderball draws can be found on the official National Lottery website. Good luck, and remember—whether you’re a winner or still dreaming of that big windfall, your participation helps to support worthwhile projects across the UK.