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Daily Record
02-08-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Record
Former Scots taxi driver 'luckiest man in world' after £725k holiday home win in online comp
The 63-year-old was in disbelief when he discovered he won the online prize. A former Glasgow taxi driver has bagged a stunning brand-new £725,000 holiday home after winning a life-changing online competition. William Tombe, 63, was in disbelief when he discovered he won the prize from BOTB. The dad-of-two and grandad-of-two also won a £69,000 Audi RS6. However, William was involved in a serious car accident more than a decade ago, which left him unable to work or drive. He intends to give the car to his daughter – or may choose to take the cash alternative which he plans to put towards a family holiday. Speaking of his prize, William said: 'I'm the luckiest person in the world to be here – the only thing I've got to moan about is I can't drive anymore. 'I obviously dreamt of winning, but you think it's just a pipe dream. This is life-changing. 'The whole day was a blur, and I was running on adrenaline. I thought I had just won the car and when I was told I had won the house I nearly collapsed.' The stunning holiday home is a four-bedroom, Scandinavian-style detached property on the exclusive Silverlake Estate in Dorchester, near the Jurassic Coast. It comes fully furnished with £30,000 worth of designer interiors and offers access to a luxury spa, lakeside views, nature trails and even a boat store. The Audi RS6 is renowned for its roaring V8 engine, precision handling and luxurious interior – a dream car for any motoring enthusiast. William added: 'Travelling down to Dorset and back has been well worth it. I'm now planning a well-earned rest.' He also revealed he's had a bit of luck in previous competitions – having once won a holiday to the Isles of Scilly and an iPhone – but said nothing could compare to this win. Christian said: 'After everything William has been through, it was a real honour to deliver this incredible news to him. 'He was already speechless when we handed over the Audi RS6, but once we revealed the house, you could see how much it meant. Taking him on a plane to see it in person made the moment even more unforgettable. 'Whether William keeps the house and car or takes the cash, this prize will change his and his family's life.' home in a truly special place. It was amazing to see his face when he walked through the doors.' BOTB hands over the keys to a stunning dream car each week, as well as offering lifestyle prizes. Founded in 1999, BOTB has given away £103m-worth of cars so far.
Scottish Sun
01-08-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Ex-taxi driver stunned after scooping £725K holiday home & £69K Audi
The huge home boasts access to a luxury spa, nature trails and a boat store IN THE MONEY Ex-taxi driver stunned after scooping £725K holiday home & £69K Audi Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AN ex-taxi driver has scooped a £725,000 holiday home and a £69,000 Audi in a 99p prize draw. William Tombe, 63, was left gobsmacked after discovering he had clinched the life-changing win in BOTB's weekly draw. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 William Tombe, 63, from Glasgow bagged the huge win Credit: BOTB The father-of-two was surprised by presenters Christian Williams and Katie Knight outside his Glasgow home where he was handed the keys to a brand new Audi RS6. Shortly after, he was flown down south to Dorset to see his stunning new holiday home. The lakeside property, a four-bedroom detached Scandinavian-style house, is fully furnished with £30,000 worth of interior design. It also boasts access to a luxury spa, nature trails and a boat store. William said: 'I'm the luckiest person in the world to be here – the only thing I've got to moan about is I can't drive anymore. 'I obviously dreamt of winning, but you think it's just a pipe dream. This is life-changing. 'The whole day was a blur, and I was running on adrenaline. I thought I had just won the car and when I was told I had won the house I nearly collapsed.' The former cabby was involved in a car accident that left him unable to drive or work a few years ago so he's decided to gift the brand-new car to his daughter. In previous competitions, William has won smaller prizes, including a trip to the Isles of Scilly and an iPhone but said nothing could compare to this win. Christian Williams said: "After everything William has been through, it was a real honour to deliver this incredible news to him. I became a millionaire overnight after winning huge National Lottery prize but I celebrated with modest Scottish treat "He was already speechless when we handed over the Audi RS6, but once we revealed the house, you could see how much it meant. "Taking him on a plane to see it in person made the moment even more unforgettable. 'Whether William keeps the house and car or takes the cash, this prize will change his and his family's life.' Katie Knight said: "The house is light, bright, and full of beautiful touches – it's a truly special home in a truly special place. "It was amazing to see his face when he walked through the doors."
Scotsman
31-07-2025
- Automotive
- Scotsman
Glasgow cabbie wins £725,000 Dorset home and £69,000 Audi RS6 for 99p
William Tombe's life has been changed completely - thanks to a 99p ticket | BOTB This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. A Glasgow taxi driver who was forced off the road by injury has become one of BOTB's biggest-ever winners—thanks to a 99p ticket. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... A cabbie taxi driver Glasgow has won a £725,000 house and a £69,000 car in a 99p prize draw. William Tombe had had a tough few years after being unable to go back into a taxi following a car crash that left him with a crippling injury - but his life was about to change when he received a knock on his door. It was presenters from the online prize draw competition BOTB, who had driven to William's flat in Glasgow to deliver the news - and his £69,000 Audi RS6. After taking a moment to throw on a T-shirt, William said: "I can't believe this". Presenter Christian Williams then led him down to the car park. The gleaming white Audi was only part of the prize | BOTB He saw the gleaming white car and said: 'Oh my god, I'm in a daze.' And then he confessed that he was no longer able to drive. He said: "I'm the luckiest person in the world to be here, but the only thing I'm moaning about is not being able to drive any more." But he was about to get much, much luckier as BOTB's Katie Knight revealed the second part of his prize - a £725,000 holiday home on an exclusive private estate in Dorset. The next morning BOTB bundled William onto a plane to go and see his new four-bedroomed house, hundreds of miles away in Dorchester. "This is marvellous," he said, as he was given a tour of the open-plan ground floor rooms, soaking in the £30,000 of furniture that is thrown in as part of the prize. Set in an exclusive private estate, the holiday home is designed for luxury family living | BOTB And as the tour continued to one of the private balconies, Christian talked him through the highlights of the picturesque Silverlake Estate, which the house was built on. It offers residents a variety of lavish amenities, including lakes, walking and cycling trails, tennis courts, and they also have access to a luxurious Hurricane Spa. William even has his own boat store. He explained he had only bought a handful of the 99p tickets that were on offer, but it was enough to make him one of BOTB's biggest winners to date. He has since said he plans to give the Audi RS6 to his daughter, and he can choose to keep his new house and relocate to Dorset, or to rent it out and pocket a monthly rental payment of around £2,500 per month. The house in Dorchester is one of dozens of life-changing prizes offered by BOTB, with dream cars being given away every week. The latest grand prize is an £880,000 dream home in rural Suffolk, with tickets still priced at 99p. Canva Uncover your family's hidden connections with an exclusive MyHeritage DNA kit £ 29.00 Buy now Buy now Every generation, your family tree branches wider — yet most of your extended relatives are strangers to you. A DNA test can help change that. MyHeritage DNA doesn't just estimate your ethnic makeup; it connects you to real living relatives and uncovers the stories of your ancestors' journeys. From Viking roots in Orkney to Sephardic Jewish heritage, or even surprise half-siblings, your DNA holds the key to discovering the family you never knew you had. Canva Get beach-ready with MySweetSmile's gentle teeth whitening range £ 20.99 Buy now Buy now Sunshine, selfies and holiday cocktails – summer is here, and so are all the moments you'll want to capture with a glowing smile. Whether you're jetting off for a beach escape or heading to a sunny staycation, MySweetSmile can help you look your best. This UK best-seller offers peroxide-free, gentle whitening that works its magic without harsh ingredients or faff. Their powder is perfect for whitening before take-off, while the handy on-the-go pen is great for keeping your smile photo-ready poolside. Shop the full MySweetSmile summer-ready range here.
Scotsman
31-07-2025
- Automotive
- Scotsman
Glasgow cabbie wins £725,000 Dorset home and £69,000 Audi RS6 for 99p
William Tombe's life has been changed completely - thanks to a 99p ticket | BOTB This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. A Glasgow cabbie who was forced off the road by injury has become one of BOTB's biggest-ever winners—thanks to a 99p ticket. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... A cabbie from Glasgow has won a £725,000 house and a £69,000 car in a 99p prize draw. William Tombe had had a tough few years after being unable to go back into a taxi following a car crash that left him with a crippling injury - but his life was about to change when he received a knock on his door. It was presenters from the online prize draw competition BOTB, who had driven to William's flat in Glasgow to deliver the news - and his £69,000 Audi RS6. After taking a moment to throw on a T-shirt, William said: "I can't believe this". Presenter Christian Williams then led him down to the car park. The gleaming white Audi was only part of the prize | BOTB He saw the gleaming white car and said: 'Oh my god, I'm in a daze.' And then he confessed that he was no longer able to drive. He said: "I'm the luckiest person in the world to be here, but the only thing I'm moaning about is not being able to drive any more." But he was about to get much, much luckier as BOTB's Katie Knight revealed the second part of his prize - a £725,000 holiday home on an exclusive private estate in Dorset. The next morning BOTB bundled William onto a plane to go and see his new four-bedroomed house, hundreds of miles away in Dorchester. "This is marvellous," he said, as he was given a tour of the open-plan ground floor rooms, soaking in the £30,000 of furniture that is thrown in as part of the prize. Set in an exclusive private estate, the holiday home is designed for luxury family living | BOTB And as the tour continued to one of the private balconies, Christian talked him through the highlights of the picturesque Silverlake Estate, which the house was built on. It offers residents a variety of lavish amenities, including lakes, walking and cycling trails, tennis courts, and they also have access to a luxurious Hurricane Spa. William even has his own boat store. He explained he had only bought a handful of the 99p tickets that were on offer, but it was enough to make him one of BOTB's biggest winners to date. He has since said he plans to give the Audi RS6 to his daughter, and he can choose to keep his new house and relocate to Dorset, or to rent it out and pocket a monthly rental payment of around £2,500 per month. The house in Dorchester is one of dozens of life-changing prizes offered by BOTB, with dream cars being given away every week. The latest grand prize is an £880,000 dream home in rural Suffolk, with tickets still priced at 99p. Canva Uncover your family's hidden connections with an exclusive MyHeritage DNA kit £ 29.00 Buy now Buy now Every generation, your family tree branches wider — yet most of your extended relatives are strangers to you. A DNA test can help change that. MyHeritage DNA doesn't just estimate your ethnic makeup; it connects you to real living relatives and uncovers the stories of your ancestors' journeys. From Viking roots in Orkney to Sephardic Jewish heritage, or even surprise half-siblings, your DNA holds the key to discovering the family you never knew you had.
