Wiltshire Council
Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission since 2026 · Trowbridge
Wiltshire Council holds a UK gambling licence as a company based in Trowbridge. It runs a society lottery that raises money for good causes and its current licence dates from February 2026, allowing it to sell lottery tickets online, by phone and in other ways that do not involve face to face sales.
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): Wiltshire Council can sell lottery tickets online, by phone and by other remote means.
Register changes
Between 18 January and 7 October 2026
- Remote: Society Lottery changed from Pending to Active.
18 January 2026
- Added to the public register.
Questions and answers
Is Wiltshire Council a genuine lottery?
Yes. Wiltshire Council is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission to run a society lottery. Wiltshire Council holds Gambling Commission account number 100719. Its current licence started in February 2026.
Can I play the Wiltshire Council lottery online?
Yes. Wiltshire 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 | February 2026 | 100719-R-342006-001 |