High Peak Borough Council
Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission since 2023 · Buxton
High Peak Borough Council holds a UK licence as a local authority in Buxton for running a society lottery that raises money for good causes. Under this licence, which dates from May 2023, it can sell lottery tickets online, by phone and in other ways that do not need people 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): High Peak 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 High Peak Borough Council:
Register changes
Between 18 January and 7 October 2026
- Remote licence 062039-R-336880 has a new version in the register: 003 (was 002).
Questions and answers
Is High Peak Borough Council a genuine lottery?
Yes. High Peak Borough Council is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission to run a society lottery. High Peak Borough Council holds Gambling Commission account number 62039. Its current licence started in May 2023.
Can I play the High Peak Borough Council lottery online?
Yes. High Peak 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 | May 2023 | 062039-R-336880-003 |