Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At smardenbell.co.uk, we are committed to promoting responsible gambling. Gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Always gamble within your means and never bet more than you can afford to lose.
If you choose to gamble, do so for fun and enjoyment only. Set strict limits on time and money, and remember that the odds always favour the house.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to use this website and participate in any gambling activities. This is a legal requirement in the United Kingdom. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time.
If you are under 18, or if you are of legal gambling age in your jurisdiction, you are not permitted to use our services.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of the following signs in your own gambling behaviour? If so, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Constantly thinking about gambling or planning your next bet
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Repeatedly trying to cut back or stop gambling, but failing to do so
- Gambling to escape from problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling from family, friends, or healthcare professionals
- Jeopardising relationships, education, or career opportunities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
- Experiencing anxiety, depression, or guilt related to your gambling
- Lying about the time or money spent gambling
If you recognise any of these warning signs, it is important to seek help immediately. Problem gambling is a serious condition that can have devastating consequences for your health, relationships, and finances.
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features
Most regulated gambling operators offer tools to help you maintain control of your gambling. These include:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you are willing to deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you are willing to lose within a specific time period
- Time Limits: Set a limit on how long you can gamble in a single session
- Reality Checks: Enable regular reminders during your gambling sessions to help you stay aware of time and money spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling with a specific operator or across multiple operators
Make use of these tools to help you gamble responsibly. You are in control of your gambling — use these features to stay safe.
Support & Help Resources
If you are struggling with gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of the following organisations:
United Kingdom
- GamCare — Free, confidential support and counselling for problem gamblers and their families
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7) - GamStop — The National Self-Exclusion Scheme for online gambling in Great Britain
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk - Gamblers Anonymous — Peer support and recovery meetings
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk - National Problem Gambling Clinic — NHS specialist treatment service
Website: www.cnwl.nhs.uk
International Support
- Australia: Gambling Help Online — www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council — www.responsiblegambling.org
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling — www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (free, confidential, 24/7) - Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — www.bzga.de
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
Problem gambling can affect anyone, regardless of age, background, or financial status. If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please do not suffer in silence.
Seek help today: Contact one of the support organisations listed above. They offer free, confidential advice and treatment options to help you regain control and rebuild your life.
Remember: asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Recovery is possible, and support is available.