Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming
At Wylde Valley Camping, we believe that gambling should be enjoyed as entertainment only, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. We are committed to promoting responsible gambling practices and supporting those who may be experiencing difficulties.
Age Verification
All gambling operators in the UK are legally required to verify that users are at least 18 years of age before participating in any gambling activities. If you are under 18, please do not use any betting services. Gambling is strictly prohibited for minors.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can affect anyone. If you recognize any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help immediately:
- Chasing losses by gambling more money to recover what you've lost
- Hiding gambling activities from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling with money intended for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
- Experiencing mood swings or irritability when unable to gamble
- Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Neglecting work, education, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Feeling anxious or stressed when not gambling
- Borrowing money to fund gambling activities
- Unsuccessful attempts to reduce or stop gambling
Self-Help Tools
Most reputable betting operators offer tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a session or over time
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders during gambling sessions about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Time-Out/Break: Take a temporary break from gambling for a set period
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from a betting site for a specified duration, ranging from days to years
When using betting sites not on GamStop, we strongly encourage you to use these self-help tools in addition to GamStop registration for multi-operator protection.
Support Organizations
If you need help with gambling-related issues, please reach out to these trusted support organizations:
United Kingdom
- GamCare - Free support and counselling for problem gamblers
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 8020 133 (free and confidential) - GamStop - National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Self-exclude from all licensed UK online gambling operators - Gamblers Anonymous - Support meetings and peer support
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk - National Problem Gambling Clinic (NPGC) - NHS specialist treatment
Website: www.cnwl.nhs.uk
International Support
- 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
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) - www.bzga.de
Call to Action
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out for support. The organizations listed above are confidential, non-judgmental, and equipped to help you regain control.
Remember: Gambling should always be fun and entertaining. If it stops being enjoyable, take action today.
Last updated: 2026. This information is provided for educational purposes and reflects responsible gambling best practices in the UK.