Set For Life History

Set For Life is the National Lottery's newest game and the first annuity lottery ever to be launched in the UK. The top prizes see winners receive payouts gradually over a certain period of time rather than in one lump sum, an option that has gained in popularity in other parts of the world. Take a look at the timeline below to see the key events in the history of Set For Life.

Set For Life Timeline

21st Nov 2017

The National Lottery announced that a brand new annuity game would be launched in Spring 2019.

11th Jan 2019

Details of the new Set For Life annuity game were revealed by the National Lottery, along with the date of the first draw.

Top prize is £10,000 every month for 30 years.
Second prize is £10,000 every month for one year.
Six other fixed prizes on offer.
Draws to take place every Monday and Thursday.
Tickets cost £1.50 per line.

15th Mar 2019

Set For Life tickets will go on sale on Friday 15th March 2019.

18th Mar 2019

The first Set For Life draw will take place on Monday 18th March 2019.