Responsible Gambling

High Beeches Tearoom is committed to helping visitors make informed choices and recognise when gambling may be causing harm. This page is for UK adults who gamble online, as well as friends and family seeking guidance; we are an affiliate information site, not a gambling operator, so account controls must be set with the relevant operator.

Signs of Problem Gambling

  • Spending more time or money than intended
  • Chasing losses to try to win back money
  • Borrowing money or hiding gambling activities
  • Gambling causing strain in relationships
  • Work performance declining due to gambling
  • Financial difficulties directly linked to gambling
  • Feelings of anxiety, guilt or depression related to gambling

Limits and Self Exclusion

Players can set daily deposit caps, weekly loss caps or session time caps in the safer gambling or account settings of their chosen operator and should contact the operator's support team if those controls are not visible. Operators also offer self exclusion tools that block the player from accessing the site, while GAMSTOP provides a UK wide self exclusion scheme that works across all licensed operators; registrations with GAMSTOP must be kept up to date.

UK Help and Support

  • GamCare provides a free National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 available 24/7 and online services.
  • Wales residents can call the helpline at 0808 2819 265 for specialized support.
  • The National Gambling Treatment Service provides regional assistance; consult official service information for current options.

How We Promote Safer Gambling

High Beeches Tearoom operates solely as an affiliate, offering information about online casino options without creating player accounts, setting betting limits or initiating exclusions. The site encourages informed decisions by linking to independent support services such as GambleAware and to the UK Gambling Commission guidelines, and it does not suggest gambling as a method to earn money or recover lost funds.

Tips for Safer Play

  • Set a clear budget and stop when it is reached
  • Treat each session as paid entertainment, not a way to make money
  • Take a break every hour to reassess how you feel
  • Never gamble with money needed for rent bills or food
  • Do not borrow money or use credit to fund play
  • Avoid chasing losses; walk away if you feel urgent
  • Do not gamble while feeling upset drunk or under the influence
  • Stop playing and seek help if it no longer feels enjoyable

UK Regulatory Bodies

The UK Gambling Commission (https://www.gamblingcommission.gov.uk/) regulates gambling across Great Britain and also oversees the National Lottery. In Northern Ireland a separate framework is applied by the Department for Communities (https://www.communities-ni.gov.uk/) together with local bodies.