New Forest District Council
Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission since 2025 · Lyndhurst
New Forest District Council holds a UK Gambling Commission licence as a local authority in Lyndhurst. It runs a society lottery that raises money for good causes, and its current licence dates from August 2025, allowing it to sell lottery tickets online, by phone and through 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): New Forest District Council can sell lottery tickets online, by phone and by other remote means.
Questions and answers
Is New Forest District Council a genuine lottery?
Yes. New Forest District Council is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission to run a society lottery. New Forest District Council holds Gambling Commission account number 67042. Its current licence started in August 2025.
Can I play the New Forest District Council lottery online?
Yes. New Forest 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 | August 2025 | 067042-R-341028-001 |