Responsible Gambling
Betting should be fun. Here's how to stay in control — and where to get free, confidential help.
Stay in control
Betting on the Grand National is meant to be a bit of fun. Set a budget before you bet, treat any stake as the cost of entertainment, and never bet money you can't afford to lose. If you're chasing losses or betting to escape stress, it's time to take a break.
Tools that help
Every licensed UK bookmaker offers free tools to help you stay in control: deposit limits, loss limits, time-outs and reality checks. If you want to stop completely, GAMSTOP lets you self-exclude from all licensed online gambling in Great Britain in one place.
Know the signs
Warning signs include spending more than you planned, betting to win back losses, hiding your betting from others, or it affecting your mood, sleep, work or relationships. If any of this feels familiar, support is available — and it's free and confidential.
Where to get help
You can talk to the National Gambling Helpline for free on 0808 8020 133, or reach these organisations any time: BeGambleAware.org, GamCare.org.uk and GAMSTOP. You must be 18 or over to gamble.