With gambling creating lucrative business opportunities in the UK, Hampshire has its fair share of businesses in the industry.
Hampshire casinos
Whether visitors go to Southampton or Portsmouth for sightseeing, there is a great casino where everybody over 18 is welcome to try their hand at some gambling. And, of course, with the country’s many impressive buildings, it is no wonder that the Genting Terrace casino is in one of the impressive Georgian buildings in Southampton.
Visitors to Portsmouth can go to the city marina, on the first floor of the shopping complex called Gunwaharff Quays, for some gambling in between sightseeing at the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.
The UKGC (United Kingdom Gambling Commission) is in charge of the regulation of all arcade games, bingo, betting casinos, gaming machines and lotteries.
Gambling in the UK is a popular pastime, with online entertainment recommended by avid casino players. As a non-profit organization, the UKGC acts in the interest of British citizens wanting to gamble. They ensure that local game developers follow the rules to keep players safe.
Online casinos
Of the 25 million gamblers in the UK, 10.5 million are active members of online casinos. Studies show that nearly half of the population gamble monthly. Online casinos like mFortune cater specifically to the UK market, with residents from the UK and Ireland registering.
Annual events
Hampshire has a rich culture, and annual events and festivals are part of the reason why visitors flock to this region of the UK. Apart from all the heritage sites, beautiful landscapes, and majestic buildings, horse racing and betting on horses are popular sporting events in Hampshire.
Whether visitors to Hampshire want to visit sites, eat at the best restaurants, take walks through incredible forests, or bet on some horse racing, there is something for everyone to do. Stay in one of the fantastic venues we describe here or book a tour.