Ladbrokes Casino & Sportsbook - The World's Safest Online Casino
UK-based Labrokes have been around in one form or another since 1886 (yes, you read that right, 1886), which pretty much makes them the grandaddy of gambling operators. Behind the casino (and online sports book) stands the largest fixed odds betting company in the world, with 2,600 shops worldwide. Their online arm settles an average of 750,000 bets every week, and they host up to 30,000 cash poker players a week over at Ladbrokes Poker too. A truly global presence, with options to play in 11 different languages and 16 different currencies,Ladbrokes has got to be top of your list if you're new to online gambling and want a tried and trusted operator to handle your first bet.
The casino software comes in three main formats - a download casino, a no-download casino, and a mobile casino. All three are stable and reliable, but you'll only have the full range of games (over 300) with the download version, and there are many exclusive bonuses for download-casino players too, so it is worth taking the trouble to download if you're a broadband user. If you're a 56k modem user you can use a form on the website to request a free CD version of the casino, and install that way.
The game play is good on all the table games and there's a good choice of different types of roulette, video poker and blackjack. There are also tons of exclusive "UK style" pub slot machines (including "Tomb Raider") and Ladbrokes throws in a generous progressive jackpot slot for good measure. Combine this with 24/7 customer support by telephone or email, and hassle-free deposit and withdrawal methods and you have a package that might well mean you decide never to visit any other online casino. If you want to bet on sports, you'll find the Ladbrokes sports betting platform is just a mouse-click away, and there's also a Ladbrokes Poker Room which always has full tables at the most popular levels.
Finally, if virtual gambling is just a bit too "virtual" for you, you can opt to play blackjack, roulette, baccarat and sic bo with a live dealer that you can chat to in real time. Just remember to look at your cards now and then, because the young ladies doing the dealing could easily distract your attention from time to time...
There are more generous deposit bonuses out there, but that aside, Ladbrokes has, quite simply, got the perfect online casino product.
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How Do I Get Started?
Hop along to the Ladbrokes casino website and download the software (free), or select the "no-download" option, or request that they send you a CD in the post. Once the software is installed you will be prompted to create an account. One account will let you play at the casino, poker room and bet at the sports book. You can play for free at first if you wish, or open a real money account with a minimum deposit of £5.
Deposit options:
Absolutely tons - and they're all free (except Western Union). Ladbrokes accept Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, Neteller, Click And Buy, UKash, Moneybookers, MoneyTT, Bank wire, check, Western Union. If you are in the UK you can also deposit (and withdraw) cash at any Ladbrokes bookmaker's. For an explanation of how these online deposit methods work click here.
Ladbrokes Casino - Background Check
Reputable,
established and trusted?
It just doesn't get any safer than this. Ladbrokes have been around since before electricity, yet alone the internet, and their online wing (est. since 2000) is audited by Price Waterhouse Cooper. They even go so far as to publish their payout averages and randomness stats monthly - you can see them for yourself on their website. If only all online operators were this transparent. The betting side of the operation is regulated in the United Kingdom, and the gaming operations come under the jurisdiction of Gibraltar. Disputes are settled by the Independent Betting Adjudication Service (IBAS) but it is highly unlikely you will ever need to call upon their services - Ladbrokes takes its reputation very seriously. Cash is naturally handled over a secure server, and 24/7 Worldwide Customer support is available by telephone or internet. This really is the gold standard when it comes to secure online gaming.
Games offered:
Over 300 in the download casino : blackjack, roulette, craps, keno, tons of slots including many exclusive ones, video poker, all the usual games - see site for full details. The mobile casino is limited to just slots, keno, baccarat, roulette and blackjack.
Any chance of more free money?
YES - regular promotions and offers, customers are always well looked after at Ladbrokes. There is also a VIP Club for high-rollers, with a unique "VIP lounge", chip bonuses and deposit matches. Recent promotions have included VIPs being flown to Invitational Golf Tournaments and Champions League football matches. You need to deposit and play 7,500 chips a month to qualify - but even if you don't have deep enough pockets to get into the VIP lounge there are often giveaways and offers for those with more modest real money accounts.
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Ladbrokes Casino Review Summary:
Casino : Ladbrokes Casino
Reviewed by : Golden Rule Of Gambling
Overall rating (out of 5): 4.5
Review last updated on : 6th October 2009
In a nutshell : Backed by a household name in Europe, Ladbrokes is one online casino that players can truly trust.
