Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At Mudeford Seafood Festival, we believe that gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Betting with Ladbrokes should be enjoyable and within your means. Always gamble responsibly and never spend more than you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or over to gamble in the United Kingdom. It is illegal for anyone under 18 to participate in gambling activities. If you are under the legal age limit, you must not create an account or place bets. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of identity at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, support is available:
- Gambling with money you cannot afford to lose
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about how much time or money you spend gambling
- Neglecting family, work, or other responsibilities due to gambling
- Experiencing mood swings related to gambling wins and losses
- Needing to gamble with larger amounts to feel the same excitement (tolerance)
- Failing in repeated attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative feelings
- Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
Self-Help Tools & Controls
Ladbrokes and other responsible operators offer a range of tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Cap the amount you are willing to lose over a set period
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders of how long you have been gambling and how much you have spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently close your account if you feel you need a break from gambling
- Time-Out: Take a cooling-off period where your account is suspended but not permanently closed
These tools are designed to support you in maintaining responsible gambling habits. We encourage you to use them proactively.
Support & Help Organisations
If you are struggling with gambling or concerned about someone else, please reach out to one of these organisations:
United Kingdom
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GamCare
Free, confidential support and self-help tools
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7) -
GamStop
The National Self-Exclusion Scheme for online gambling
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Excludes you from all UK-licensed online gambling operators -
Gamblers Anonymous
Peer support meetings and fellowship
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.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
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – www.bzga.de
Take Action Today
If you think you may have a gambling problem, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out – support is available, and recovery is possible. Contact one of the organisations above or speak to someone you trust. Your wellbeing is important.
Remember: gambling should be fun. If it stops being fun, it is time to get help.