Local winner scoops top prize

Sandra, who is married to Victor and has two sons and five grandchildren, only joined the lottery earlier this year. "I am so excited, "says Sandra, "I never expected to win, I signed up to the lottery in January when I met a gentleman selling lottery tickets in St Peter's Street. He was promoting Grove House, a charity very dear to my heart. I later learned this was Peter Tarbox who promotes the lottery in this area for Grove House. I only spend one pound per week and I am amazed and thrilled to have won already."

Sandra continues, "I was diagnosed with breast cancer four years ago, my neighbour told me about Grove House, she was a volunteer there. I attended a breast cancer support group at the hospice which was an invaluable source of help. I am retired now, but like to keep very active; I am a member of the WI. Having worked all my life, I can't just sit back and do nothing."

"This surprise windfall is wonderful, such a lot of money! My computer has recently broken down and this will help me replace it. I'm also going to make a donation to Grove House - they have been so good to me and to so many of my friends."

For your chance to win £1,000 every week and support Grove House, join the Hospice Lottery by visiting www.hospicelottery.org.uk or by telephone on 01442 891459.