Who Won Series 1 Traitors Uk

So picture this: it’s a rainy Tuesday evening, I’m halfway through a packet of biscuits, and I’m yelling at my TV screen. “Why would you trust him? He’s clearly a Traitor!” My cat gives me a look that says, “Get a grip.” But that’s the power of Series 1 of Traitors UK—it turned us all into paranoid detectives.

And let’s be honest, we all had our theories about who would take the crown. The real question, the one that kept me up at night (and probably you too), is: Who actually won that glorious, backstabbing game of trust and lies? Spoiler alert: grab a cuppa, because it’s a wild story.

The Faithful Who Almost Brought It Home

The final episode was a masterclass in tension. I mean, I was literally on the edge of my seat, spilling tea on my favorite jumper. We watched the contestants gather around that round table for the last time, their faces a mixture of hope and pure terror.

And then came the moment of truth. The final banishment, the last chance to get it right before the money vanished. The Faithful—Aaron, Hannah, and Meryl—had to decide if they were truly standing together or if a traitor lurked among them.

The Shocking Reveal

Spoiler (but you knew I’d get here): the Faithful actually did it. They banished the last remaining Traitor, Wilfred Webster. Yes, that Wilf—the lovable, charming guy we all rooted for at the start, the one who cried real tears when he had to murder his own ally.

It was a gut-punch of a moment, right? One second he’s hugging them, the next he’s revealed as the ultimate betrayer. The look on his face—pure shock, a little bit of relief, and maybe a hint of “I can’t believe you fools got me.” Karma? Or just a darn good game?

So, Who Got the Cash?

With Wilf outed, the three remaining Faithful—Aaron, Hannah, and Meryl—won the entire prize fund. They split a pot of over £100,000 between them, which, let’s be real, is life-changing for most people.

Each of them took home roughly £34,000. Not a bad payday for a few weeks of lying and crying in a Scottish castle. Although, I imagine the emotional scars from Wilf’s betrayal are worth at least another ten grand, don’t you think? Ouch.

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Aaron: The Quiet Genius

Let’s talk about Aaron for a second. That guy was the ultimate dark horse. Early on, he seemed like just a sweet, slightly goofy fitness instructor. But when the final came around, he turned into this sharp-eyed strategist who wasn’t afraid to call out Wilf.

Remember his speech at the final banishment? He basically laid out all the evidence like a courtroom lawyer. I was like, “Yes, Aaron! Channel your inner Sherlock!” He went from “who’s that?” to “legend” in one episode.

Hannah: The Heart That Saw Clearly

Then there’s Hannah, the bubbly girl who cried more than a rom-com marathon. The irony? She initially trusted Wilf completely. She literally defended him against everyone. And then she was the one who voted to banish him.

Her realization hit her like a freight train. “Oh my god, it is Wilf,” she said, with tears streaming. It’s that moment of trusting your gut over your heart—and it won her a nice chunk of change. Go, Hannah.

Meryl: The Sheer Nerve

And Meryl. Oh, Meryl. She was the emotional rollercoaster of the series. She seemed so vulnerable, so easily swayed. But she held her ground when it mattered, refusing to be bullied into a wrong vote.

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Let’s be honest, we all thought she might accidentally tank the game. But she stuck it out, and her loyalty to the Faithful faction paid off. She’s proof that sometimes being a bit naive can look a lot like quiet strength.

What About Wilf?

Now, for the loser who actually almost won: Mr. Wilfred Webster. The man came this close to walking away with the whole pot. He played a flawless game for 11 episodes, only to trip at the final hurdle.

He had everyone fooled—including me, to be fair. I was on his side until that last five minutes. The lesson? It’s never over until the last envelope is read. Wilf might have lost the money, but he gained a reality TV villain status that will follow him to pubs forever. Enjoy the fame, mate.

Final Thoughts: A Win for Humanity?

So, the winners are Aaron, Hannah, and Meryl—three Faithful who proved that sometimes trust and teamwork actually work. It’s almost wholesome. Almost.

But let’s not pretend we didn’t love Wilf for being a magnificent snake. This series set the tone for all future seasons: nobody is safe, everyone lies, and your best friend might be your worst enemy. Now, stop reading and go watch Series 2—you’ll thank me later. (Or curse me. The choice is yours.)

And hey, at least now you can brag to your friends that you totally knew who won all along. Even if you didn’t. I won’t tell.