Responsible Gaming

Gambling should always be a form of entertainment, never a way to earn money or solve financial problems. At intheparkhouse.com, we encourage you to play responsibly, set limits, and stay in control. If gambling stops being fun, it’s time to seek help.

Age Verification

In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years or older to gamble legally. Licensed operators are required to verify your age and identity before you can deposit or play. If you are under 18, or under the legal gambling age in your local jurisdiction, please do not gamble.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can develop gradually. Ask yourself if you recognise any of these warning signs:

• Chasing losses – trying to win back money you have lost by gambling more.
• Hiding gambling activity from family or friends.
• Gambling with money meant for bills, rent, or essentials.
• Feeling restless or irritable when trying to cut down or stop.
• Lying about how much time or money you spend gambling.
• Borrowing money or selling possessions to gamble.
• Neglecting work, studies, or relationships because of gambling.
• Thinking gambling is the only way to solve financial difficulties.

Self-Help Tools

Most licensed UK gambling sites offer practical tools to help you stay in control. Use these features proactively:

• Deposit limits – cap how much you can deposit daily, weekly, or monthly.
• Loss limits – set a maximum amount you are willing to lose in a given period.
• Reality checks – receive on-screen reminders of how long you have been playing.
• Time-outs – take a short break from gambling, usually 24 hours to 6 weeks.
• Self-exclusion – block yourself from a site or all UK-regulated sites via GamStop for 6 months, 1 year, or 5 years.

Support Organisations

If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, free and confidential help is available. Use the appropriate service for your country:

• United Kingdom: GamCare – www.gamcare.org.uk (helpline 0808 8020 133) and GamStop – www.gamstop.co.uk (free self-exclusion)
• 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 or text 1-800-GAMBLER)
• Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – www.bzga.de (gambling addiction information and helpline)
• Other countries: Please search for your national responsible gambling organisation or contact a local health professional.

Need Help?

If you recognise any warning signs in yourself or a loved one, or if gambling is causing stress, anxiety, or financial harm, please seek help today. You are not alone, and support is free, confidential, and available 24/7 in the UK via GamCare or GamStop. Taking that first step can make all the difference.