Betting should be enjoyable. If it stops being fun, help is available.
18+ Only. Gambling is only legal for persons aged 18 and over in the United Kingdom. If you or someone you know may have a gambling problem, please seek help using the resources below.
The Fairway is an odds comparison tool. We want to help you find the best value — but value betting still involves risk. Never bet more than you can afford to lose. Gambling should be a form of entertainment, not a way to make money or recover losses.
A few simple principles to keep gambling enjoyable:
All bookmakers listed on The Fairway are licensed by the UK Gambling Commission and are required to offer responsible gambling tools including deposit limits, loss limits, session time limits and self-exclusion. We encourage all users to make use of these tools. Contact your bookmaker directly or visit their responsible gambling section to set limits on your account.
GamStop is the UK's national self-exclusion scheme. Registering with GamStop will prevent you from accessing all UK-licensed gambling sites and apps for a minimum of six months. It is free to use and takes effect within 24 hours.
Free, confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Call 0808 8020 133 or visit BeGambleAware.org
Free support, information and counselling for anyone affected by problem gambling.
Call 0808 8020 133 or visit GamCare.org.uk
A fellowship of men and women who share their experience and support each other in recovery from problem gambling.
Visit GamblersAnonymous.org.uk
An online peer support community for anyone affected by gambling.
Visit GamTalk.org
It is illegal for anyone under the age of 18 to gamble in the United Kingdom. If you share a device with young people, we recommend using parental control software to block access to gambling sites. Tools such as Net Nanny and similar services can help.
Last updated: February 2026