Instant Games

There are a wide range of instant lottery games available, both to buy at retailers across the country, and also online.

Scratchcards

These cards are available at retailers such as garages, supermarkets, newsagents, and online, and cost between £1 and £5, depending on the game and its jackpot. Playing the game does not involve any skill or judgement, but merely requires the player to scratch off all the silver coating on the card to reveal matching amounts or symbols. There are a number of different prizes for each game, ranging from £1 to £100,000.

Instant Online Games

These games are available online through the National Lottery website, and cost between £1 and £2. Again, the game does not require any skill or judgement, but as they take the form of games such as Monopoly, Battleship or Snakes and Ladders, they are usually slightly more interesting than a standard scratchcard. Prizes range from £1 to £100,000.