Elmbridge Borough Council
Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission since 2019 · Esher
Elmbridge Borough Council holds a UK Gambling Commission licence as a local authority in Esher. It runs a society lottery that raises money for good causes, and its current licence dates from October 2019. The council can sell lottery tickets online, by phone and in other ways that do not need you to be there in person.
What the licence covers
A society lottery raises money for the purposes of the society that runs it, for example a charity, a sports club or a community group. It is not run for private profit. Larger society lotteries need a licence from the Gambling Commission.
- Society Lottery (Remote): Elmbridge Borough Council can sell lottery tickets online, by phone and by other remote means.
Websites on the licence
The Gambling Commission register lists this website for Elmbridge Borough Council:
Register changes
Between 18 January and 7 October 2026
- Remote licence 055417-R-331485 has a new version in the register: 007 (was 006).
Questions and answers
Is Elmbridge Borough Council a genuine lottery?
Yes. Elmbridge Borough Council is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission to run a society lottery. Elmbridge Borough Council holds Gambling Commission account number 55417. Its current licence started in October 2019.
Can I play the Elmbridge Borough Council lottery online?
Yes. Elmbridge Borough Council holds a remote society lottery licence, so it can sell tickets online and by phone.
Licence record
| Activity | Type | Status | Start | Licence number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Society Lottery | Remote | Active | October 2019 | 055417-R-331485-007 |