Whether you’re a seasoned comper or new to the world of prize draws, you’ve found a great source of free entry competitions right here! Prize Draw UK offers plenty of chances to win great prizes and in this blog we’ll cover everything you need to know about entering, from how we manage our schedule to winner picking and upcoming events.
When and where to find new comps
One of the most important things to know is our competition schedule. We run competitions every week, with new ones typically added on Mondays. Each competition has a clear end date, which is always on a Sunday. While most competitions close at 4:00 pm, some remain open until 7:10 pm, to coincide with our live draw (which starts at 7pm). This structure helps us manage entries efficiently and feed them seamlessly into Rafflys, our chosen tool for winner selection.
Want to stay on top of what’s happening? Simply check out the competition calendar page (click ‘Competitions’ > ‘Competitions Calendar’ in the menu). We keep it up to date with all new additions (including social comps) and we do add in planned prize draws before they open, so you’ll never miss out on entering.
How we pick the winners
We pick the winners in a fully transparent way. For all our standard free to enter and pay to enter competitions, we use Rafflys, a reliable, well-respected tool for random winner selection. This ensures fairness and impartiality in all our draws. To ensure transparency and to create a bit of excitement, we hold live draws that are streamed directly on Facebook (and usually on Instagram too). These typically take place at 7:00pm on Sundays and they are fully recorded, so you can check them on Facebook or YouTube after the event. You can see all previous winners on our winners’ page.
If you’ve ever wondered whether online free contests are truly fair, you can rest assured that with us, the process is open, honest, and completely legitimate. Our commitment to transparency is part of what makes our platform one of the best for free entry competitions in the UK.
The prizes
Our prizes are pretty diverse, designed to appeal to a wide range of interests. From cosmetics and beauty items to tech, kitchen gadgets, Lego sets, cash prizes, and gift cards, there’s something for everyone. We’re also pretty good with our quick prize dispatch. Physical prizes are sent out early in the week following the draw, so winners don’t have to wait long (you can watch us wrapping them up on YouTube and TikTok). Digital prizes, such as cash transfers and vouchers, are usually sent out within hours, so winners never have to wait too long.
Ticket caps
Most of our website competitions have a capped number of tickets but because we’re pretty new to this scene, those caps have never yet been filled. This means that whether you’ve chosen a free contest or a pay-to-enter comp, your odds are likely to be pretty good.
Even if all the tickets were taken, you’ll see we keep our ticket numbers super-low to give you the best chance possible.
Our free entry route
Although we host pay-to-enter competitions in addition to our free contests, every single one has a free entry route. This means that all our competitions are effectively free to enter if you choose to send in a postcard entry. And yes, this really works! We’ll manually add your free ticket to your account area once we receive your postcard. However, be aware that the UK postal system can be unpredictable, and if your entry arrives after the competition fills up or closes, it won’t be counted – so enter early if you can.
While we keep our ticket prices low, entering online may sometimes be more convenient and cost-effective than posting a card. That said, the choice is entirely up to you.
Our social competitions
In addition to our regular competitions, we run social competitions on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, X, and TikTok. We’ve actually just launched our first-ever multinetwork competition, allowing participants up to four entries instead of just one: the Estée Lauder Blockbuster Gift Set competition, valued at £405. Be sure to follow us across all of our platforms so you don’t miss out on any new comps (see our social links in the footer below).
Instant wins
For those who don’t want to wait around for a live draw and prefer the thrill of instant results, we’re currently running a £40,000 instant win competition. For just 90p per entry, participants have a shot at one of 70 cash prizes and thousands more site credit prizes. Of course, there is a free entry route for this as well. We’ll send you a coupon when we receive your free entry, allowing you to play for instant wins just like everyone else.
You can be confident that like our other draws, we are fully committed to transparency with our instant win competitions as well. We have a practising solicitor on the team to ensure that everything we do is legal, transparent, and above board. With us, you can be confident that there are no scams or hidden catches—just genuine opportunities to win.
What’s ahead
As the festive season approaches, we’re gearing up for some big events. Mark your calendar for Sunday 15th December, when we’ll host a special Christmas draw packed with loads of prizes. Expect to see plenty of Lego competitions amongst others, just in time for Christmas! And right now, some of those competitions haven’t received a single entry yet, so someone could easily walk away with multiple prizes.
Remember, keep checking the calendar on our website for updates.
General tips:
To maximise your chances of winning, here are some general tips from the Prize Draw UK team:
- Complete all entry steps: It might sound obvious, but be sure to follow all the instructions when entering a free competition. We’ve just completed a draw last Sunday where a winner was redrawn simply because the original entrant hadn’t completed all the necessary steps (missing out on a £100 prize). Don’t lose out just because of a small oversight.
- Enter regularly: Winning is never guaranteed, but consistency can improve your odds. We already have repeat winners and they stay active and engaged with our competitions. While not everyone will win, regular participation keeps you in the running for future prizes.
- Stay updated: Follow our social media channels and check the calendar page frequently. This will ensure you’re among the first to know about new competitions and special events. Some free UK competitions fill up fast, so it pays to stay informed.
You can find more helpful info in our FAQs, or simply drop us an email with any questions you have.
Whether you’re in it for the tech gadgets, cash prizes, or instant wins, there’s a free entry competition here for everyone. All that’s left for us to do is wish you good luck!
