Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Burnham Carnival, we believe that gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, similar to going to the cinema or watching live sports. It should never be considered a way to make money or solve financial problems. The odds are always in favour of the house, and it's important to understand that losses are a cost of entertainment, just like any other leisure activity.
Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and set strict limits on both time and spending.
Age Verification
Gambling in the UK is strictly regulated and only permitted for individuals aged 18 years and over. This age restriction exists to protect young people from the harms associated with gambling.
If you are under 18, or if you are accessing this website from a jurisdiction where gambling is prohibited or restricted, please do not proceed. All operators featured on Burnham Carnival are required to verify the age and identity of their users before allowing access to betting services.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. If you recognise any of the following signs in your own behaviour, please seek help:
- Chasing losses: Continuing to gamble to try to recover money you have lost
- Hiding gambling: Concealing the extent of your gambling from family, friends, or partners
- Loss of control: Gambling more than you intended or for longer than planned
- Neglecting responsibilities: Prioritising gambling over work, education, family, or other obligations
- Financial difficulties: Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
- Mood changes: Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when unable to gamble
- Escalating stakes: Needing to bet larger amounts to achieve the same level of excitement
- Unsuccessful attempts to quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
- Relationship strain: Gambling causing conflict with loved ones
- Borrowing to gamble: Taking out loans or using credit to fund gambling activities
Self-Help Tools & Safety Features
Responsible gambling operators provide tools to help you maintain control. Make use of these features:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit in a given period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a cap on losses you are willing to incur within a specific timeframe
- Betting Limits: Restrict the maximum stake per bet
- Session Limits: Set a time limit for your gambling sessions; the site will log you out automatically
- Reality Checks: Request pop-up reminders during play to help you stay aware of how long you've been gambling
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from a betting site if you feel your gambling is becoming problematic
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling
All operators listed on Burnham Carnival are required by UK gambling regulations to offer these tools. Use them proactively to stay in control.
Get Help – You Are Not Alone
If you are struggling with problem gambling, confidential support and advice are available from the following organisations:
United Kingdom
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GamCare
Free, confidential support for problem gamblers and their families
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7) -
GamStop
The National Self-Exclusion Scheme for England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Register to self-exclude from all licensed online gambling operators simultaneously
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk -
Gamblers Anonymous
Free peer-support fellowship meetings throughout the UK
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk -
National Problem Gambling Clinic
NHS-funded specialist treatment service
Website: www.cnwl.nhs.uk/our-services/problem-gambling-clinic
International Support
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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
Telefonberatung Glücksspielsucht: 0800 1372700
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
Problem gambling is a recognised medical condition, and help is available. There is no shame in seeking support—many people recover and go on to enjoy healthy relationships with gambling or choose to stop entirely.
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please contact one of the organisations listed above. They are confidential, free, and staffed by trained professionals who understand what you're going through.
Your wellbeing is more important than any bet. Take control today.