Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
We're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and never chase losses or use gambling as an escape from personal difficulties.
Age Verification
In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years of age or older to gamble legally. We take age verification seriously and comply with all UK Gambling Commission regulations. If you are under 18, please do not use any betting services.
Parents and guardians: If you have concerns about a young person's gambling, please seek support from the organisations listed below.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Please review the following warning signs:
- Chasing losses: Attempting to win back money you've lost by gambling more
- Hiding gambling: Concealing the extent or frequency of your gambling from friends or family
- Spending more than planned: Regularly gambling longer or with more money than intended
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments due to gambling
- Borrowing to gamble: Taking out loans or using credit cards to fund gambling
- Preoccupation: Constantly thinking about gambling, planning the next session, or reliving past sessions
- Mood changes: Becoming irritable or anxious when unable to gamble
- Relationship strain: Arguments with loved ones about gambling habits or finances
- Using gambling to escape: Gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, depression, or difficult emotions
- Loss of control: Unable to stick to limits you've set for time or money spent
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, please reach out for support immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Features
Most reputable betting operators, including those featured on moorhouse-equestrian.co.uk, offer tools to help you gamble responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit over a specified period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a limit on how much you're willing to lose within a given timeframe
- Betting Limits: Restrict the maximum stake you can place per bet
- Reality Checks: Receive notifications or reminders about how long you've been gambling
- Time-Out/Cool-Off: Temporarily suspend your account for a set period (typically 24 hours to several weeks)
- Self-Exclusion: Permanently or temporarily exclude yourself from gambling services
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling
We encourage you to use these tools as part of your responsible gambling strategy. Speak with your betting operator's customer support team to activate any of these features.
Support Organisations
If you're struggling with problem gambling, confidential support is available from organisations specialising in gambling addiction:
United Kingdom
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GamCare – Free counselling and support for problem gamblers and their families
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential, 24/7) -
GamStop – The National Self-Exclusion Scheme for online gambling in Great Britain
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Self-exclude from all UK-licensed online gambling operators with a single registration -
Gamblers Anonymous – Peer support meetings and fellowship
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
International Support
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Australia: Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au -
Canada: Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org -
United States: National Council on Problem Gambling
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (free, confidential, 24/7) -
Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Website: www.bzga.de
If You Need Help
Problem gambling is a serious issue, but help is available. If you or someone you care about is struggling with gambling, please don't hesitate to reach out to one of the support organisations listed above. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Remember: Gambling should be fun. If it's causing you or your family distress, it's time to take action. Support is confidential, free, and available 24/7 in the UK through GamCare.