This is an editorial guide provided for information only. fortunegames.com is an online slots site and is not affiliated with, nor an agent of, the National Lottery or Allwyn. Draw times, prices and rules are set by the operator and can change — always check the official site for the latest details.

What Time Is the Lotto Draw?

The UK Lotto is drawn twice a week, every Wednesday and Saturday, at around 8pm. Here's everything you need on timing.

Draw days and times

Both the Wednesday and Saturday draws take place at approximately 8pm. The winning numbers are usually available shortly afterwards, with the full prize breakdown published a little later in the evening.

Ticket cut-off

To take part in a given draw, buy your ticket before the 7:30pm cut-off on the day. After that, your entry rolls to the next available draw.

Did anything change in 2026?

The draw days and times did not change — Lotto still draws Wednesday and Saturday. What changed on 7 June 2026 was the prize structure (a new two-round format). For that detail see the Lotto prize breakdown, and to learn the game see how to play Lotto.

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