Sandra to splash out on hot tub after Set For Life win

The 61-year-old from Stoke, who has worked as a professional carer for the past 19 years, said her first thought after winning the amazing prize was how to share her windfall with her nearest and dearest. She said, “It’s always been who I am to try and look after others, it’s my vocation. Sometimes I get reminded by family and friends that I need to do something for myself.

“When I found out that I’d just won the top prize on Set For Life, I knew my one treat would be a hot tub! I’ll have my winning numbers engraved on it to remind myself how lucky I have been every time I take a dip.”

Sandra’s fiancée John, a 59-year-old farmer, was one of the first people to share in her good fortune. Sandra explained, “He’s been needing a new van for work and when I won I immediately put a deposit on one. When the first £10,000 landed in my bank account I insisted on paying off the balance.”

Sandra also plans to pay for her sister’s new bathroom and new decking at her mum’s house. She’s also looking forward to shopping for a new wedding dress to wear when she ties the knot next year.

Sandra said, “If I can help my family and others out I absolutely will and that’s one of the most amazing things about winning. It hit me when the first £10,000 payment landed in my bank account…I’ve got 359 of these still left to go!’

“The possibilities are pretty much endless and I will be treating myself to a few other luxuries soon. I’ll definitely be booking some luxury weekend breaks and it’ll be very nice to go shopping and not look at the price for once.”

Sandra said the win won’t change her, but “it will mean that, while I continue to care for others, I can make sure that I also care for myself.”

18th June 2025