Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Fun, Not a Financial Solution
At Shipsinn Freehouse, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming. Betting and casino games should only ever be viewed as entertainment. They are games of chance and should never be considered a way to earn money or solve financial problems.
Please gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years of age or older to gamble legally. All our partner operators conduct strict age verification checks during registration.
If you are under 18, or if you are in a jurisdiction where the legal age is higher, you must not use betting services. Parents and guardians: please monitor young people's online activity and use parental controls where available.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Be aware of these warning signs:
- Chasing losses (gambling more to recover money lost)
- Gambling with money intended for bills, rent, or essentials
- Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to stop or reduce gambling
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Borrowing money to fund gambling
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Neglecting work, school, family, or other responsibilities due to gambling
- Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, please reach out for support.
Self-Help Tools & Player Controls
Responsible operators provide tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly).
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a session or time period.
- Betting Limits: Control the maximum stake on individual bets.
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders about how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent.
- Time-Out: Take a break from gambling for a set period (typically 24 hours to several weeks).
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from a single operator or use multi-operator schemes.
All reputable operators will provide these tools within your account settings. Use them proactively to maintain control.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you're struggling with gambling, help is available. Here are organisations you can contact:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free, confidential counselling and support
www.gamcare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7) - GamStop – Multi-operator self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk
Self-exclude from all UK-licensed operators at once - Gamblers Anonymous – Peer support groups across the UK
Phone: 020 7384 3040 - National Debtline – If gambling has caused financial problems
Phone: 0808 808 4000 (free, 24/7)
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
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 - Germany – Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
www.bzga.de
If You Need Help
There is no shame in asking for support. Problem gambling is treatable, and help is just a phone call or click away.
If you think you have a gambling problem, please contact one of the organisations above today. You can also speak to your doctor, who can provide referrals to specialist services.
Remember: gambling should always be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to seek help.