Winning Lotto numbers: Full National Lottery results with Thunderball on April 18
One lucky Lotto player could claim the massive £7.1million jackpot tonight.
Tonight's National Lottery Lotto draw could make someone an instant millionaire, with a staggering £7.1million jackpot up for grabs. One lucky winner could scoop the massive prize this evening, turning dreams into reality with a memorable life-changing moment. The draw is scheduled to take place at 8pm, with ticket sales closing just 30 minutes before at 7.30pm.
However, the Lotto is not the only opportunity to win big tonight. The Thunderball draw is also taking place, presenting players with the chance of winning a fixed top prize of £500,000 by matching all five main numbers and the Thunderball. Stay tuned as we bring you the winning Lotto and Thunderball numbers as soon as they are drawn. Good luck!
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KEY EVENTS
15 minutes to go
There are just 15 minutes to go until the Lotto draw at 8pm, which can be watched live on the National Lottery's website or YouTube channel.
Ticket sales close!
Ticket sales for tonight's games have closed, but you're still able to buy them for upcoming draws.
30-minute warning
There are just 30 minutes left to buy tickets to all of tonight's games, as sales close at 7.30pm. Be quick if you want to play!
Lotto direct debits unavailable
Due to changes coming to Lotto, no new direct debits can be set up before June 7.
It could be you!
One of Lotto's previous winners is Gary, who secured a £5.2 million jackpot in 2025.
The National Lottery said he checked his emails in the morning to discover he'd won £35, before spotting the £5.2 million as well.
On This Day in 2025, Gary won \u00a35.2M on Lotto! \ud83e\udd2f
— The National Lottery (@TNLUK) April 16, 2026
Gary checked his emails at 5.20am and was delighted to discover he had won \u00a335... Until he realised there was also a \u00a35.2M Lotto jackpot waiting for him! #ItCouldBeYou pic.twitter.com/Rawk0iixFq
Help is available
National Lottery games should always be fun, played in a way that is right for you. Using its toolkit, you can set limits, take time out or moderate Instant Win Games to help keep track of your play.
Help is at hand. If you're worried about yourself or someone you know, contact GamCare, available 24/7 on 0808 8020 133. You can also visit the Responsible Play website for help with your play or to find more information on support services.
How to play Lotto HotPicks
Decide how many numbers you want to play with, choose from one to five.
Pick between one and 59, or go with a Lucky Dip for randomly selected numbers.
Review and confirm your added lines, play preferences and total cost. Good luck!
How to play Thunderball
Pick five main numbers from one to 39 and one Thunderball from one to 14, or go with a Lucky Dip for randomly selected numbers.
Your play slip starts with four available lines, but you can add more or remove lines if you wish.
Review and confirm your added lines, play preferences and total cost. Good luck!
How to play Lotto
Pick six numbers from one to 59 or go with a Lucky Dip for randomly selected numbers.
Your play slip starts with four available lines, but you can add more or remove lines if you wish.
Review and confirm your added lines, play preferences and total cost. Good luck!
What's up for grabs?
Tonight's Lotto draw could make someone an instant millionaire, with a staggering £7.1 million up for grabs.
The Thunderball draw is also taking place, giving players the chance of winning a fixed top prize of £500,000.
Finally, Lotto HotPicks has £350,000 on offer.
Good evening
Good evening and welcome to our live blog covering the National Lottery tonight. Follow along for all the latest updates, including those all-important numbers.
