Celebrated with pub lock-in
Nigel chose to have his cheque presentation in the pub with his regulars and had an all-night lock-in to celebrate.
“I wanted everyone to be able to enjoy it, they were all so excited,” he said.
“The money was in the bank by the Tuesday – I was amazed. I thought it would take much longer.”
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Nigel had met his fiancé Karen the week before his win and phoned her to tell her the good news.
He later proposed in Venice and the pair will tie the knot next year, before heading for a honeymoon in the Seychelles.