Competitions Guide
Everything you need to know about entering and winning competitions
How Our Competitions Work
Raffle Rays offers exciting competitions where you can participate in fair and transparent prize draws. Every competition has a limited number of tickets available, giving you an equal chance to participate.
Key Point: All our competitions use fair and transparent draw systems, ensuring every participant has an equal opportunity based on the number of tickets purchased.
How to Enter a Competition
Browse Competitions
Visit our competitions page to see all active prizes. Each competition shows the prize, ticket price, and draw date.
Choose Your Tickets
Select how many tickets you want to purchase. Buying multiple tickets increases your chances of winning. Some competitions offer bulk discounts.
Complete Your Purchase
Pay using your account balance or add funds via credit/debit card. You'll receive an email confirmation with your ticket numbers.
Wait for the Draw
The winner is selected randomly on the draw date. We'll notify winners by email and phone within 24 hours.
Types of Competitions
Main Draw Competitions
Our flagship competitions with high-value prizes like luxury cars, dream holidays, and cash prizes. These typically run for several weeks.
Flash Competitions
Quick competitions with smaller prizes and fewer tickets available. Perfect for those who want faster results and better odds.
Weekly Draws
Regular competitions that draw every week, offering consistent chances to win prizes like tech gadgets and vouchers.
Special Events
Special competitions with enhanced prize pools and unique rewards. Participate in exclusive events with premium offerings.
Understanding Tickets
Ticket Pricing
Ticket prices vary by competition, typically ranging from £0.99 to £4.99. The price is clearly displayed on each competition.
Bulk Discounts: Many competitions offer discounts when you buy multiple tickets (e.g., 5 for £4, 20 for £15).
Ticket Numbers
Each ticket is assigned a unique number. You can view all your ticket numbers in your account dashboard under "My Entries".
Ticket Limits
Some competitions have a maximum number of tickets per person to ensure fair play. This limit is shown on the competition page.
The Draw Process
Random Selection
Winners are selected using a certified random number generator. This ensures every ticket has an equal chance of winning.
Independent Verification
All draws are independently verified to ensure fairness and transparency. Results are published on our website.
Winner Notification
Winners are contacted via email and phone within 24 hours of the draw. Make sure your contact details are up to date!
Note: If a winner doesn't respond within 7 days, we may select an alternative winner according to our terms and conditions.
Important Rules & Information
Age Restriction
You must be 18 or over to enter our competitions.
UK Residents Only
Competitions are only open to UK residents unless otherwise stated.
Prize Delivery
Physical prizes are delivered free of charge within the UK. Cash prizes are transferred to your account.
No Cash Alternative
Unless stated otherwise, prizes cannot be exchanged for cash.
Guaranteed Draw
All competitions will draw on the stated date regardless of ticket sales.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I cancel my ticket purchase?
Ticket purchases are final and cannot be cancelled or refunded. Please ensure you're happy with your selection before completing your purchase.
How do I know if I've won?
We'll contact all winners by email and phone within 24 hours of the draw. You can also check the results on our website or in your account dashboard.
What happens if a competition doesn't sell out?
The draw will still take place on the scheduled date. We guarantee all competitions will draw regardless of how many tickets are sold.
Can I enter from outside the UK?
Most competitions are restricted to UK residents only due to legal and logistical reasons. Check each competition's terms for specific eligibility requirements.
Are the competitions legitimate?
Yes. RaffleRays runs prize competitions with a genuine skill element and a free postal entry route, so they fall outside Gambling Commission licensing. We still operate to high consumer standards—draws use an independently tested random number generator and every winner is published on our website.
Quick Tips for Success
- •Check the odds - competitions with fewer tickets give you better chances
- •Look for bulk discounts to get more tickets for less
- •Keep your contact details updated so we can reach you if you win
- •Set a budget and stick to it - remember to gamble responsibly
- •Follow us on social media for exclusive offers and flash competitions