Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Fun, Not a Financial Solution
At The Together Garden, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming. Betting and casino games should only ever be viewed as entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. The house always has an edge, and you should only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction) to use betting sites and participate in gambling activities. We take age verification seriously and support all efforts to prevent underage gambling.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following in your gambling behaviour, please seek help immediately:
- Chasing Losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
- Hiding Your Gambling: Being secretive about how much time or money you spend gambling
- Loss of Control: Being unable to stick to limits you've set for yourself
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Gambling instead of attending to work, family, or personal obligations
- Borrowing to Gamble: Taking out loans or using credit to fund gambling
- Mood Changes: Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when not gambling
- Escalating Stakes: Needing to gamble with increasing amounts to get the same feeling
- Failed Attempts to Quit: Making unsuccessful attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Relationship Problems: Gambling is causing conflict with family, friends, or partners
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable betting sites offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a daily, weekly, or monthly limit on how much you can deposit
- Loss Limits: Cap the maximum amount you're willing to lose in a given period
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Time-Out: Take a break from gambling for a set period (hours, days, or weeks)
- Self-Exclusion: Permanently or temporarily close your account and exclude yourself from gambling sites
Use these tools proactively to stay in control of your gambling.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you're struggling with gambling, help is available. Here are trusted support organisations:
United Kingdom
- GamCare: Free confidential support, counselling, and information about problem gambling. www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop: The National Self-Exclusion Scheme allowing you to self-exclude from all licensed UK gambling operators. www.gamstop.co.uk
- Gamblers Anonymous: Free peer support groups meeting across the UK. Phone: 0330 094 0322
Other Jurisdictions
- 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
If You Need Help, Take Action Now
Problem gambling can escalate quickly and affect your financial health, relationships, and mental wellbeing. There is no shame in seeking help. If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please reach out to one of the support organisations listed above today.
Contact GamCare on 0808 8020 133 (free and confidential, 8am–midnight, every day) or visit www.gamcare.org.uk for immediate support.