Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Little Hooves Equine, we believe that bingo and all forms of gambling should be enjoyed purely as entertainment. Gambling should never be viewed as a way to earn money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. Only ever gamble with money you can afford to lose, and always set limits before you start playing.
If you're playing bingo with us, please do so responsibly and for fun only.
Age Verification
In the UK, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities, including bingo. We take age verification seriously and conduct checks to ensure all players meet this legal requirement.
If you are under 18, please do not attempt to gamble. If you have concerns about a young person's gambling, please contact the relevant support organisations listed below.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Please be aware of these warning signs:
- Chasing losses: Continuing to gamble to try to recover money you've lost
- Hiding gambling: Keeping your gambling secret from friends or family
- Loss of control: Gambling for longer or with more money than intended
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments due to gambling
- Borrowing money: Taking out loans or using credit to fund gambling
- Mood changes: Becoming irritable or anxious when unable to gamble
- Tolerance: Needing to gamble with increasing amounts for the same excitement
- Failed attempts to quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce gambling
- Financial problems: Struggling with bills, debt, or unexpected financial difficulties
- Relationship strain: Arguments with loved ones about gambling habits
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone else, please seek support immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Many online gambling platforms, including bingo sites, offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a daily, weekly, or monthly limit on how much you can deposit
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a specified period
- Spending Limits: Control the total amount you can spend on gaming activities
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders during gaming sessions about how long you've been playing
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from a gambling platform
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling
- Time Limits: Set session time limits to prevent excessive play
We encourage you to use these tools if you feel your gambling may be becoming problematic.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of these organisations:
United Kingdom
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GamCare – Free counselling, support, and information
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential, 24/7) -
GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Allows you to self-exclude from all UK-licensed online gambling operators -
Gamblers Anonymous – Peer support meetings
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk -
National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS-funded specialist treatment
Available across England for assessment and therapy
Other Countries
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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 -
Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
www.check-dein-spiel.de
Need Help?
If you or someone you care about is experiencing problems with gambling, please seek help today. There is no shame in reaching out – support is available, and recovery is possible.
Contact one of the organisations above, speak to your GP, or call the helpline numbers provided. Taking action now can make a real difference to your life and the lives of those around you.
Remember: Gambling should always be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to seek support.