Clock ticking to find missing millionaire ticket holder

Time is running out to claim a £1 million EuroMillions prize for a ticket bought in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Author: Oliver MorganPublished 16th Apr 2026

Time is running out to claim a £1 million EuroMillions prize for a ticket bought in the Unitary Authority of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

The winning ticket from the EuroMillions draw on 4th November 2025 has yet to be claimed, with the deadline for claiming the prize set at midnight on 3rd May 2026.

They're urging players to locate their tickets and check the UK Millionaire Maker code, HPCF58869, which could lead to an instant millionaire status.

The ticket-holder is encouraged to not only check their wallets but also coat pockets that might have stored away the fortunate purchase last winter.

Andy Carter, Senior Winners Advisor at Allwyn, operator of The National Lottery said: “It’s been around five months since the EuroMillions draw and we’ve not yet been contacted by the rightful ticket-holder. But where there is still time there’s hope.

"Think back to last winter, did you play the EuroMillions draw on Tuesday 4 November? Are there any warm coats that could be housing a lucky pink ticket?

“Think back to that date and what you might have been doing at the time. Do you live in the area or were you passing through? Tell your friends and family, ask your colleagues – help us spread the word. It's our mission to unite the lucky winner with their prize.”

If the ticket remains unclaimed, the prize money will be allocated to National Lottery-funded projects across the UK, contributing to various good causes.

Players have 180 days to come forward and claim their winnings.

Inquiries can be made to the National Lottery Line on 0333 234 5050 or via email at [email protected].

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