Key facts:

• Two savers won £1 million each in the May 2026 Premium Bonds prize draw.
• The total number of prizes distributed was 5,947,523.
• The total value of prizes was £376,180,825.
• The odds of winning a prize of any size were 23,000 to 1 for each £1 saved in Premium Bonds.
• The prize fund rate was 3.3%.

The first winner holds bond number 567VN857011, purchased in January 2024. The second winner has bond number 643SE292364, bought in September 2025. Winners can check their results starting May 2 using the Premium Bonds prize checker app or the NS&I website.

Since draws began in 1957, over 99% of prizes have been paid to winners. In May 2026 alone, there were also 17,682 prizes worth between £1,000 and £100,000 distributed. The smallest prize amount is £25.

This ongoing popularity showcases how Premium Bonds serve as an alternative to traditional savings accounts. With no interest accrued, participants rely on luck for potential winnings.

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