Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment

At Station Road Carpets, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. It's important to remember that bookmakers always have a mathematical advantage, and there's never a guaranteed way to win.

Please gamble responsibly and only with money you can afford to lose.

Age Verification

In the United Kingdom, you must be at least 18 years of age to participate in gambling activities. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and take age verification seriously. If you are under 18, please do not attempt to access any betting services.

If you're a parent or guardian concerned about a young person's gambling, please seek advice from the support organisations listed below.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can affect anyone. Please review the following checklist and seek help if you recognise any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money you've lost
• Gambling with larger amounts of money than intended
• Spending more time gambling than you planned
• Hiding gambling activities or lying about the extent of your gambling
• Gambling to escape negative emotions, stress, anxiety, or depression
• Neglecting family, work, education, or other important responsibilities due to gambling
• Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
• Experiencing financial difficulties as a result of gambling
• Feeling unable to control or stop gambling
• Experiencing relationship problems due to gambling
• Becoming irritable or anxious when unable to gamble

If you've noticed any of these signs, help and support are available.

Self-Help Tools

Most UK-licensed bookmakers offer tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a set period
• Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders about how long you've been gambling and how much you've wagered
• Self-Exclusion: Take a break from gambling by self-excluding from one or multiple betting sites
• Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely

We encourage you to use these tools if you feel your gambling is becoming problematic.

Support Organisations

If you're struggling with gambling, confidential help and support are available from these organisations:

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free counselling and support for problem gambling
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
  Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential, 24/7)
• GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
  Self-exclude from all UK-licensed gambling operators
• Gamblers Anonymous – Support groups and peer-led recovery
  Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
• National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS-provided specialist treatment
  Telephone: 0203 328 5budapest (referral required through your GP)

Other Countries

• 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

Take Action Today

If you or someone you know is experiencing problems with gambling, please reach out for help. There is no shame in asking for support—problem gambling is a recognised health condition, and professional help is available.

Don't suffer in silence. Contact one of the organisations above today.

Remember: Gambling should be fun and entertaining. If it's causing you distress, it's time to seek help.