ONE Teignbridge resident is celebrating after scooping the first £25,000 weekly jackpot win in the history of the Teignbridge Lottery for Communities.

The winning ticket matched all six numbers in the draw held on Saturday 21 February 2026 - making this the first £25,000 jackpot winner since the lottery launched in 2022.

It was a particularly lucky week for local players, with seven other residents also winning £25 prizes.

Since launching, the Teignbridge Lottery for Communities has sold 267,394 tickets and awarded more than £62,100 in prize money, including six £2,000 winners, 45 £250 winners, 554 £25 winners, and one winner of the monthly prize draw - a £1,500 theatre trip.

Tickets cost £1, with 60p from every ticket going directly to local good causes, 50p to the player’s chosen charity and 10p to a central community fund. Every ticket has a one in 50 chance of winning a prize each week.

The lottery is run in partnership with Teignbridge CVS to support local community projects, giving groups a simple and effective way to raise additional funds.

Sarah Richards, Chief Officer for Teignbridge CVS said: ‘We’re absolutely delighted to see a local resident scoop the £25,000 jackpot, and even more pleased that their win also benefits Volunteering in Health, one of the many incredible charities working tirelessly for our communities.

‘The Teignbridge Lottery for Communities is a powerful way for residents to support the groups that matter most to them.

‘Every ticket purchased directly strengthens the vital services that keep our district connected, compassionate and resilient.

‘With more than a hundred local good causes now involved, this win is a brilliant reminder of the real impact the lottery has, not just for players, but for the volunteers, community groups and residents who rely on these services every day.’

The jackpot winning player chose to support Volunteering in Health which supports, connects and empowers people to make positive, sustainable improvements to their health and wellbeing.

Its volunteer car scheme transports residents to medical appointments, while volunteer befrienders provide companionship and support at home or over the phone, helping reduce loneliness and isolation. A home help service provides practical support with cleaning and shopping.

Volunteering in Health also supports clients on their journey to improved health and wellbeing by providing one-to-one wellbeing support or weekly calls, and they can connect with and support clients during and following a stay in hospital.

The charity also facilitates HOPE courses (Help Overcoming Problems Effectively); a six-week course offering support with stress management, mindfulness, dealing with setbacks and goal setting.

Nicki Engert, Office Manager for Volunteering in Health said: ‘We were so surprised and absolutely thrilled to learn that one lucky Volunteering in Health supporter has won the jackpot of £25,000.

‘Many congratulations to the winner and thank you so much for nominating us as your good cause.

‘We would not be able to provide the services that we do for our community without monies raised through fundraising and donations.’

Cllr David Palethorpe, Teignbridge Deputy Leader and Executive Member for Economy, Estates and Major Projects, said: ‘We’re thrilled to hear that a Teignbridge resident has won the £25,000 jackpot.

‘The lottery has gone from strength to strength since it launched, and this fantastic win will give it an extra boost.’