Lewes District Council
Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission since 2019 · Lewes
Lewes District Council is a local authority based in Lewes and holds a UK licence for a society lottery that raises money for good causes rather than private profit. Under this licence, its current licence dates from June 2019, it can sell lottery tickets online, by phone and by other similar methods.
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): Lewes District 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 Lewes District Council:
Register changes
Between 18 January and 7 October 2026
- Remote licence 054514-R-330730 has a new version in the register: 003 (was 001).
Questions and answers
Is Lewes District Council a genuine lottery?
Yes. Lewes District Council is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission to run a society lottery. Lewes District Council holds Gambling Commission account number 54514. Its current licence started in June 2019.
Can I play the Lewes District Council lottery online?
Yes. Lewes District 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 | June 2019 | 054514-R-330730-003 |