Competition Rules
These rules apply to all skill-based prize competitions operated on TheBonusBall.co.uk. Please read them carefully before entering.
18+ only • UK residents only • No purchase necessary — a free postal entry route is available.
All valid entries (paid or free) are treated equally once accepted and recorded.
All valid entries (paid or free) are treated equally once accepted and recorded.
1) Eligibility
- 18+ only and UK residents only.
- Employees or associates of TheBonusBall may be excluded.
- We may require proof of age or identity before awarding a prize.
2) Ticket Numbers & Entry Limits
- Bonus Ball competitions use ticket numbers 1–59.
- Each number may only be assigned once per competition.
- Any entry limits are displayed clearly on the competition page.
3) Closing Time
- Bonus Ball competitions close at 7:30pm (UK time) on Wednesday or Saturday (as displayed).
- Entries cannot be accepted after the stated closing time.
4) If a Competition Does Not Fill
- If a competition does not sell out, it may roll over to the next applicable draw date.
- All valid entries remain active during rollover.
- No refunds are issued solely because a competition rolls over.
5) Winner Selection
- Winning numbers are determined using the published Bonus Ball from a UK National Lottery draw.
- The entry that matches the Bonus Ball number wins the prize.
- Results are publicly verifiable for transparency.
TheBonusBall is not affiliated with or endorsed by The National Lottery.
Lottery results are referenced purely as a transparent number generator.
6) Winner Contact & Verification
- We aim to contact winners within 24 hours of verification.
- Winners may be required to verify identity before prizes are released.
7) Prize Fulfilment
- Cash prizes are transferred after verification.
- Physical prizes are shipped via tracked delivery.
- Tracking information is provided once dispatched.
8) Free Postal Entry Route
You may enter any competition for free by post. One free entry per envelope.
ONE FREE ENTRY PER ENVELOPE — multiple entries in one envelope will be rejected.
- Include competition name
- Include full name, address, email, and phone number
- Include the answer to any skill question (if applicable)
- Entries must arrive before the stated closing time
Free Postal Entries
TheBonusBall.co.uk
TheBonusBall Office 163436, PO Box 7169, Poole, BH15 9EL Proof of posting recommended. We are not responsible for lost or delayed mail.
TheBonusBall.co.uk
TheBonusBall Office 163436, PO Box 7169, Poole, BH15 9EL Proof of posting recommended. We are not responsible for lost or delayed mail.
Free postal entries are treated the same as paid entries once validated.
9) Fair Play & Disqualification
- We may disqualify entries that are incomplete, fraudulent, or abusive.
- Attempts to manipulate competitions may result in account suspension.
10) Legal & Policy Links
These rules may be updated where legally required. Any major changes will be published here.