Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At branmillcottage.co.uk, we believe gambling should be enjoyable entertainment only. Gambling is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. It should only be done with money you can afford to lose, and should never interfere with your daily responsibilities, relationships, or financial security.
Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older (or the legal age in your jurisdiction) to gamble. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and protecting young people from gambling-related harms.
If you are under 18, please do not access any gambling services on this site or others.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following warning signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling behaviour or lying about how much you gamble
- Gambling to escape negative emotions, stress, or problems
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Neglecting family, work, or other responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
- Gambling with increasing amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Relationship problems or conflict due to gambling
If you experience any of these signs, seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Controls
Most reputable gambling operators provide tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period
- Loss Limits: Cap the maximum amount you can lose in a day, week, or month
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders about how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling sites for a period of your choosing
- Time-Out: Take a break from gambling for a set period
Use these tools to stay in control of your gambling. Speak to customer support if you need assistance setting them up.
Get Help – Support Organizations
If you're struggling with gambling, professional support is available. Please reach out to one of these organisations:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free, confidential support and counselling
www.gamcare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7) - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for land-based and online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk - Gamblers Anonymous – Support groups and 12-step programme
www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk - National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS-funded specialist treatment
Phone: 020 7054 2000
Other Jurisdictions
- 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 | NCPG Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – www.bzga.de
If You Need Help
Don't suffer in silence. If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, help is available right now.
Contact GamCare on 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential, 24 hours a day) or visit www.gamcare.org.uk to access counselling and support services.
Remember: asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Recovery is possible.
This information is provided for harm reduction purposes. branmillcottage.co.uk is committed to responsible gambling. If you choose to gamble, please do so responsibly and within your financial means.