A Gloucester family is celebrating a life-changing £520,000 win thanks to a surprise call from Kate Thornton, bringing joy just before Christmas.
David Sanderson was just thinking about dinner when his phone rang. He couldn’t believe it was Kate on the line. He had entered the competition many times but never thought he’d actually win.
This couldn’t have come at a better time. David’s family has been struggling financially. With two teenage daughters, they’ve been living in a cramped two-bedroom home. David even took extra work to make ends meet.
He shared how tough it’s been. They’ve had to sleep on a fold-down bed in the lounge to give their girls more space. His wife, Kate, has been juggling three cleaning jobs just to help out. Winning this money feels like a Christmas miracle to them.
Now, they’re dreaming of a bigger home without the stress of a mortgage. David, who’s 53, said this win will also help his wife, who’s been unwell since COVID. She can finally cut back on work and focus on getting better.
When David broke the news to her, she didn’t believe him at first. She even asked him to send her £50 to prove it! When he accidentally sent £5,000 instead, she was speechless.
Their daughters, Ria and Holly, are still trying to wrap their heads around it all. They even went shopping for new winter coats but hesitated at the price. David had to reassure them it was okay to spend a little more.
Looking ahead, they’re planning a trip to Greece and maybe even getting a new car. They’re still pinching themselves, feeling so lucky. It’s a well-deserved turn of fortune for this lovely family.
Kate Thornton, known for hosting shows like The X-Factor, has made a real difference in their lives. Who knows, maybe you could be the next lucky winner!
