Jamie Clark was Sports Editor of Coral bookmakers between 2014 and 2017 during their merger with Labrokes and a key period for the British betting industry. Working as a bookie’s runner on the point to point circuit in the Midlands and at Market Rasen Racecourse where his late godfather had a trackside pitch growing up, he has had ties to horse racing all of his life. A regular visitor to Cheltenham during the National Hunt season and York over the summer, he has been involved in Horsebetting.com since its inception. Jamie now brings you his take on major news stories from the racing world and those all-important betting tips.
Our aim at Horsebetting.com is to find the very best online casinos and bookmakers for our UK readers. And to do that, we have developed a tried and trusted methodology to track them down. Although we cover multiple aspects in every review we undertake, there are a few factors where there is no compromise to be made. So here is a quick glimpse into the four factors we believe are the most crucial to our gambling readers.
Security & Licences
Only the best is good enough for us!
Here in the UK, licensing for gambling sites is regulated by the United Kingdom Gambling Commission (UKGC). The UKGC is a Tier-1 authority and is recognised across the world for its stringent regulatory control. So, a gambling site that has a UKGC licence to its name is always a great choice.
We believe our readers should be able to enjoy betting on sports or playing casino games without having to worry about their online safety. For that reason, we check every aspect of every gambling site that we review. We expect verified SSL page encryption, additional encryption for all financial transactions, with a minimum of 128-bit SSL protection and strict adherence to data privacy rules.
Payment Methods
Plenty of reliable options available
UK gamblers have access to many different payment methods to fund their accounts, so we see no good reason why any operator shouldn’t make the most of that and have plenty of trusted payment options available.
Along with multiple options, we also ensure that there are no exorbitant fees applied for using certain payment methods and that reasonable minimum and maximum deposit or withdrawal limits are in place. We’ll also make sure that you won’t be expected to wait longer than necessary when you want to make a withdrawal from your account either.
Bonus Offers
We make sure they are as good as they look!
Gambling sites that don’t have a welcome offer are a rarity these days, as this type of bonus is usually the first thing that attracts new bettors or players to a site. In our long experience, we have reviewed many different bonus deals and it must be said that some are much better than others.
Our bonus reviews take every offer apart. We check the terms and conditions in fine detail and ensure that any promo we recommend is fair and reasonable. First, we ensure that you won’t find too many games, sports or payment methods excluded from the offer. Then we make sure that the timescale and the wagering requirements give you a fair chance of achieving the bonus.
Game & Betting Market Variety
You deserve a great gambling experience
Whether casino games or sports betting is your favourite pastime, we believe that only the best is good enough for our UK readers. Fans of sports betting deserve a bookmaker that offers plenty of different sports and does not confine bettors to just the major leagues. We also like to see plenty of betting markets to keep you entertained and the most competitive odds available.
Casino players also deserve a great playing experience. So, our reviews seek out the top online casinos which are powered by the best software developers. On those casino sites, you’re certain to find your favourite table games and slots and enjoy quality gameplay.
Open Account Offer
Bet £10 & Get £30 in Free Bets for new customers at bet365.
Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of bets to value of qualifying deposit. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Time limits and T&Cs apply. Registration required.
New reg only. Claim by placing a min deposit £10 via ‘My Offers’ page within 30 days. 7 days to stake max £10 in-play, min odds 1/1 (2.0). Max. extra winnings £100. Once claimed, 30-day expiry. Cashed out, System & EW bets do not qualify. Other Promotional Play Restrictions Apply. T&Cs apply.
Open Account Offer
Bet £10 & Get £30 in Free Bets for new customers at bet365.
Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of bets to value of qualifying deposit. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Time limits and T&Cs apply. Registration required.
Security & Licences
