Neighbours win £30k lottery cash

22 Jan 2020 03:20
Published by: Daniel Almond

Ten neighbours on the same street in Rochdale have each won £30,000 on the lottery.

The lucky winners - who all live on Derwent Avenue in Milnrow - scooped the prize just a few days into the New Year after entering the People's Postcode Lottery.

Their postcode, OL16 3UD, was announced as a winner on Wednesday, January 8.

And there were amazing scenes from the winners when they opened their front door to be told about their prize.

Robert Greenhalgh, 70, and his wife Delma jumped in shock when they were presented with their cheque for £30,000.

"This is the best surprise we’ve had for a while," Robert said.

"I never thought I’d see the red jackets in our avenue. I wished I could and now my dream has come true.” 

The retired joiner said hopes to fulfil his 'bucket list' dream of visiting the Panama Canal.

He also wants to help his daughter out with money as she's just moved into a new house.

Robert's neighbour, Roy Staples, 81, and his Sheila, also won the prize.

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