LOTTERY players have won more than £3000,000 each in time for Christmas.

Three people from Uckfield who live in the TN22 5ED postcode area cashed in during the December Postcode Millions draw of the People’s Postcode Lottery by picking up £333,333 each.

Susan Butler, 58, a factory worker at the town’s Kennedy Hygiene site, said: "I just didn't think something like this could happen to someone like me, it's amazing but I think it will take a while for it to sink in."

She attended the draw with her husband Robin and had already collected a cheque for £12,779 when the jackpot was revealed.

The two other winners were unable to attend the cheque presentation but will have a surprise in their bank account just in time for Christmas.

A total of 99 winners walked away with cheques ranging from £1,064 to the main prize of £333,333.

Lottery presenter Judie McCourt said: "It's been an absolutely fantastic day in Uckfield. The Christmas Postcode Millions is always my favourite event to host as everyone is just bursting with festive cheer.

"I hope everyone enjoys spending their winnings, I'm sure this will be an extra special Christmas for everyone celebrating.”

The charity lottery uses 50p from every £2 ticket sold to support good causes in the UK and internationally.