Responsible Gaming
Introduction
At Drawn in Bristol, we believe that gambling should be enjoyed as entertainment only. It is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means. If you find yourself struggling with gambling, help is available.
Age Verification
In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years of age or older to gamble legally. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and verify the age of all users. If you are under 18, please do not access our site or use our services.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a gambling problem:
- Gambling with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Chasing losses by returning to gamble again to recover money lost
- Lying to family, friends, or others about the extent of your gambling
- Neglecting work, education, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or other emotional problems
- Experiencing difficulty controlling or stopping gambling
- Borrowing money or getting into debt to fund gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when unable to gamble
Self-Help Tools
Most reputable online casinos offer responsible gaming tools to help you stay in control. These include:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Restrict the maximum amount you are willing to lose over a set timeframe
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders during gaming sessions to help you stay aware of time and money spent
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily ban yourself from accessing gambling sites for a period you choose
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic disconnection after a certain amount of playing time
We encourage you to use these tools proactively to maintain control over your gambling habits.
Support Organisations
If you or someone you care about needs help with problem gambling, the following organisations offer free, confidential support:
United Kingdom
- GamCare — Free counselling and support service for problem gamblers and their families
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 8020 133 (free and confidential) - GamStop — The National Self-Exclusion Scheme for online gambling
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Register yourself on this scheme to be excluded from all UK-licensed online casinos at once - Gamblers Anonymous — Self-help groups and peer support
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
Call to Action
If gambling is causing you distress or affecting your life, please reach out for help today. It is never too late to seek support, and help is confidential and free. Contact one of the organisations listed above or speak to your GP. You are not alone.