Forgetfulness Pays Off: Man Wins £125,000 After Failing to Cancel His Lottery Subscription
Published by LottoCracked
Sometimes, being forgetful can actually pay off — quite literally! A man from Kingswood, near Bristol, has scooped an incredible £125,000 prize after accidentally keeping his People’s Postcode Lottery subscription active.
📰 How it happened
James, 31, had promised his fiancée that he would cancel his lottery direct debit to help save money for their upcoming wedding. But life got busy, and he never got around to it.
That small oversight turned into a life-changing moment when his postcode was drawn in the Millionaire Street event — instantly making him one of the lucky winners sharing a £1 million prize pot.
💬 His reaction
Laughing about his unexpected luck, James said he “couldn’t believe” the news and added that his fiancée “wasn’t angry anymore!” The couple now plans to use part of the prize money to support their wedding and future home together.
💝 A community win
The People’s Postcode Lottery is known for its community-focused draws, where every ticket helps raise funds for local charities across the UK. Each week, different postcodes are selected, and thousands of pounds are distributed among players and good causes nationwide.
✨ A happy reminder
This story is a light-hearted reminder that sometimes the universe rewards us for our forgetfulness — especially when it comes with a lucky postcode attached!