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18. May 2026 08:31
Since launching in late 2025, Los Vegas Casino has quickly climbed the ranks to become one of the most popular casino sites in the UK.  Los Vegas is in the top 20 brands on WhichBingo in terms of popularity, and has only been around for a matter of months. It is also the number one new site in 2026. It is pretty remarkable for the newest brand in the mix….
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15. May 2026 08:06
The tombola table is a British classic, a national institution. And part of what makes it so beloved is that the prizes are, frankly, a lottery. A novelty pen that doesn’t work. A pack of nappies. A cuddly toy. A jar of chutney with a worryingly old best-before date. Whether at your local summer fair or a bingo hall, there’s always a collection of random items (this is key) atop…
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14. May 2026 09:45
After a record-breaking 500,000 votes from across the UK (nearly double last year’s total) the WhichBingo Awards 2026 winners have been crowned. Players decided 12 Main category winners. Four Editors’ Choice winners were selected by the WhichBingo editorial team through hands-on testing, WhichScore data, and years of tracking how brands actually perform. The winners were revealed on the night at the Sunborn Yacht Hotel, Gibraltar. And for the first time…
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Esther Barnett Rubin
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8. May 2026 17:04
Brits are turning to VPNs in huge numbers to access illegal gambling sites, racking up an estimated 150-200 million minutes on dodgy casinos in January 2026 alone. And seriously risking their money in the process. VPN usage in the UK has surged since the Online Safety Act came into force in July 2025, and Gambling Commission research recorded around 20 million visits to illegal gambling sites that month. Often marketed…
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14. May 2026 09:45
After a record-breaking 500,000 votes from across the UK (nearly double last year’s total) the WhichBingo Awards 2026 winners have been crowned. Players decided 12 Main category winners. Four Editors’ Choice winners were selected by the WhichBingo editorial team through hands-on testing, WhichScore data, and years of tracking how brands actually perform. The winners were revealed on the night at the Sunborn Yacht Hotel, Gibraltar. And for the first time…
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Esther Barnett Rubin
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15. Apr 2026 10:19
You, the public have spoken. Over 480,000 votes cast across the main categories… and now it’s our turn. While the player vote decides the 12 winners in the Main categories, like Best Bingo Site and Best Slot Game, plus the 5 Pre-Show categories like Best Bingo Caller, there are a handful of categories at the WhichBingo Awards 2026 that an expert judging panel decides. These are the 4 Editors’ Choice…
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30. Mar 2026 12:16
What do a TikTok star, Love Island winner, comedian, and a rapper who has performed at the Royal Albert Hall – all have in common? Well, in 2025/26 they all brought the public spotlight to our favourite pastime; bingo! So we are giving you the chance to recognise their efforts by voting for the UK’s Best Bingo Personality in the WhichBingo Awards Pre Show (voting opens on April 7). Here are…
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4. Mar 2026 12:01
We’ve had a look at the live and online bingo and casino events and offers across the UK this month, and there’s a lot to like. Two proper occasions: one to show Mum she’s loved, one to wear something green and pretend you’re a little bit Irish. Both are a great excuse to get out and do something memorable. Mother’s Day – Sunday 15 March If Mum’s your bingo partner…
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Live Bingo Clubs news

30. Apr 2026 16:08
A bingo player in Glasgow has won £50,000 at Mecca Bingo Glasgow Forge after hitting the National Bingo Game jackpot. The winner (who has asked to remain anonymous) is a long-standing regular at the Duke Street Mecca club, playing there with their family since it opened 30 years ago. They called house within the first 16 numbers called, triggering the top £50,000 prize. The Win As It Happened Sharon Kennedy,…
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23. Apr 2026 13:47
Dancing robots, drag queens, Aussie bogans, and more – the UK’s best party bingo events are a night out like you’ve never had before. And you can pick your absolute favourite by voting in the WhichBingo Awards 2026 Pre-Show categories. There are only a few days left but you can have your say on the UK’s Best Party Bingo Event. It’s an incredibly stacked batch of nominees: Dabbers Bingo The…
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26. Mar 2026 13:18
Bingo callers are the voices, the energy, and the personalities that keep players coming back night after night. They are the ones who brings bingo to life and make it what it is. And from April 7 it’s your chance to vote for the UK’s Best Bingo Caller in the WhichBingo Awards Pre-Show. Here are the nominees for Best Bingo Caller: 2026 (in no particular order): The nominees for Best Bingo…
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10. Mar 2026 15:47
We’re excited to invite you all along to enjoy a free night of laughter and bingo. WhichBingo is the brand new sponsor of the Dabbers Bingo Comedy Caller Contest 2026 — the competition that’s been making bingo the most fun night out in London for the past six years. Come and Watch For Free You won’t want to miss these nights of laughs and dabs. And thanks to WhichBingo‘s sponsorship,…
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Online Casino News

18. May 2026 08:31
Since launching in late 2025, Los Vegas Casino has quickly climbed the ranks to become one of the most popular casino sites in the UK.  Los Vegas is in the top 20 brands on WhichBingo in terms of popularity, and has only been around for a matter of months. It is also the number one new site in 2026. It is pretty remarkable for the newest brand in the mix….
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8. May 2026 17:04
Brits are turning to VPNs in huge numbers to access illegal gambling sites, racking up an estimated 150-200 million minutes on dodgy casinos in January 2026 alone. And seriously risking their money in the process. VPN usage in the UK has surged since the Online Safety Act came into force in July 2025, and Gambling Commission research recorded around 20 million visits to illegal gambling sites that month. Often marketed…
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27. Apr 2026 15:39
From the X-Files, to baffling Norwegian novelty songs, there’s something about foxes, isn’t there? They’ve been capturing our imaginations for centuries; they’re sly, stylish, a little bit cheeky. Let’s take a loving look at the fox’s greatest cultural hits. What Does the Fox Say? – Nobody Asked, But Here We Are In 2013, Norwegian duo Ylvis asked a question nobody had considered and promptly broke the internet, racking up more…
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13. Apr 2026 13:28
Have you noticed UK casino bonuses looking a bit different in 2026? A major tax just came into effect that we expect will impact the bonuses you get at UK casino sites. But there is some good news for bingo players. We unpack what this all means for UK casino and bingo players. So What’s Actually Changed? The government has significantly increased the Remote Gaming Duty with the aim of…
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15. May 2026 08:06
The tombola table is a British classic, a national institution. And part of what makes it so beloved is that the prizes are, frankly, a lottery. A novelty pen that doesn’t work. A pack of nappies. A cuddly toy. A jar of chutney with a worryingly old best-before date. Whether at your local summer fair or a bingo hall, there’s always a collection of random items (this is key) atop…
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Esther Barnett Rubin
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14. May 2026 09:45
After a record-breaking 500,000 votes from across the UK (nearly double last year’s total) the WhichBingo Awards 2026 winners have been crowned. Players decided 12 Main category winners. Four Editors’ Choice winners were selected by the WhichBingo editorial team through hands-on testing, WhichScore data, and years of tracking how brands actually perform. The winners were revealed on the night at the Sunborn Yacht Hotel, Gibraltar. And for the first time…
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Esther Barnett Rubin
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1. May 2026 08:48
Anthony Quinlan, best known as Gilly Roach in Hollyoaks and Pete Barton in Emmerdale, spoke exclusively to WhichBingo, home of the best bingo sites. With a new baby having just arrived, a BBC role just landed, and a supplement business going through a major rebrand, Anthony opened up about life after long-running soaps, why he said no to Big Brother, and how he finally stopped calling himself a Z-list actor….
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Shaun Frackleton
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27. Apr 2026 15:39
From the X-Files, to baffling Norwegian novelty songs, there’s something about foxes, isn’t there? They’ve been capturing our imaginations for centuries; they’re sly, stylish, a little bit cheeky. Let’s take a loving look at the fox’s greatest cultural hits. What Does the Fox Say? – Nobody Asked, But Here We Are In 2013, Norwegian duo Ylvis asked a question nobody had considered and promptly broke the internet, racking up more…
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Shaun Frackleton
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Regulation and Responsible Gambling News

8. May 2026 17:04
Brits are turning to VPNs in huge numbers to access illegal gambling sites, racking up an estimated 150-200 million minutes on dodgy casinos in January 2026 alone. And seriously risking their money in the process. VPN usage in the UK has surged since the Online Safety Act came into force in July 2025, and Gambling Commission research recorded around 20 million visits to illegal gambling sites that month. Often marketed…
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Nic McBride - WhichBingo Senior Editor
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15. Apr 2026 10:19
You, the public have spoken. Over 480,000 votes cast across the main categories… and now it’s our turn. While the player vote decides the 12 winners in the Main categories, like Best Bingo Site and Best Slot Game, plus the 5 Pre-Show categories like Best Bingo Caller, there are a handful of categories at the WhichBingo Awards 2026 that an expert judging panel decides. These are the 4 Editors’ Choice…
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Esther Barnett Rubin
Esther Rubin
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13. Apr 2026 13:28
Have you noticed UK casino bonuses looking a bit different in 2026? A major tax just came into effect that we expect will impact the bonuses you get at UK casino sites. But there is some good news for bingo players. We unpack what this all means for UK casino and bingo players. So What’s Actually Changed? The government has significantly increased the Remote Gaming Duty with the aim of…
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Nic McBride - WhichBingo Senior Editor
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7. Jan 2026 08:25
Your chances of walking away with real cash from a casino bonus are set to improve significantly. New UK regulations are putting an end to unfairly high wagering requirements. From 19th January all casino sites must adhere to a 10x maximum wagering cap on bonus offers, following a landmark ruling by the Gambling Commission. Editor’s Note: Though your ability to convert bonus into real cash is improving, gambling is still…
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Slot Games News

14. May 2026 09:45
After a record-breaking 500,000 votes from across the UK (nearly double last year’s total) the WhichBingo Awards 2026 winners have been crowned. Players decided 12 Main category winners. Four Editors’ Choice winners were selected by the WhichBingo editorial team through hands-on testing, WhichScore data, and years of tracking how brands actually perform. The winners were revealed on the night at the Sunborn Yacht Hotel, Gibraltar. And for the first time…
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Esther Barnett Rubin
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18. Feb 2026 18:16
It’s time to decide the best slot games of 2026. The race for the WhichBingo Awards 2026 is officially on, and the Best Slot Game category is more competitive than ever. Now in its fourth year, this award is a true player favourite. The question is; will 2026’s best slot be a new release, a cult classic, or a franchise darling? Here are the nominees for Best Slot Game 2026…
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Nic McBride - WhichBingo Senior Editor
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7. Jan 2026 08:25
Your chances of walking away with real cash from a casino bonus are set to improve significantly. New UK regulations are putting an end to unfairly high wagering requirements. From 19th January all casino sites must adhere to a 10x maximum wagering cap on bonus offers, following a landmark ruling by the Gambling Commission. Editor’s Note: Though your ability to convert bonus into real cash is improving, gambling is still…
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4. Dec 2025 17:19
Every December, game studios unwrap their festive releases. Cue games with Santa and jingling soundtracks. We’ve tested the newest and most popular Christmas slot games, checked the small print, and brought together the ones that genuinely stand out. In true WhichBingo style, here’s your honest guide to the best Christmas slot games 2025. What they do well, who they suit, and where to play them safely. The 6 Best Christmas Slot…
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Los Vegas: The UK's Fastest Growing New Casino Site

Since launching in late 2025, Los Vegas Casino has quickly climbed the ranks to become one of the most popular casino sites in the UK.  Los Vegas is in the top 20 brands on WhichBingo in terms of popularity, and has only been around for a matter of months. It is also the number one new site in 2026. It is pretty remarkable for the newest brand in the mix....

The Internet Has Spoken: The Best and Worst Tombola Prizes Ever

The tombola table is a British classic, a national institution. And part of what makes it so beloved is that the prizes are, frankly, a lottery. A novelty pen that doesn’t work. A pack of nappies. A cuddly toy. A jar of chutney with a worryingly old best-before date. Whether at your local summer fair or a bingo hall, there’s always a collection of random items (this is key) atop...

WhichBingo Awards 2026 The Winners: Every Result From This Year's Ceremony

After a record-breaking 500,000 votes from across the UK (nearly double last year’s total) the WhichBingo Awards 2026 winners have been crowned. Players decided 12 Main category winners. Four Editors’ Choice winners were selected by the WhichBingo editorial team through hands-on testing, WhichScore data, and years of tracking how brands actually perform. The winners were revealed on the night at the Sunborn Yacht Hotel, Gibraltar. And for the first time...

Online Privacy, VPNs, And A Rise in Dodgy Casino Sites

Brits are turning to VPNs in huge numbers to access illegal gambling sites, racking up an estimated 150-200 million minutes on dodgy casinos in January 2026 alone. And seriously risking their money in the process. VPN usage in the UK has surged since the Online Safety Act came into force in July 2025, and Gambling Commission research recorded around 20 million visits to illegal gambling sites that month. Often marketed...

Anthony Quinlan on Typecasting, Turning Down Big Brother and the Imposter Syndrome He Overcame

Anthony Quinlan, best known as Gilly Roach in Hollyoaks and Pete Barton in Emmerdale, spoke exclusively to WhichBingo, home of the best bingo sites. With a new baby having just arrived, a BBC role just landed, and a supplement business going through a major rebrand, Anthony opened up about life after long-running soaps, why he said no to Big Brother, and how he finally stopped calling himself a Z-list actor....

Glasgow Bingo Player Wins £50,000 National Bingo Game Jackpot

A bingo player in Glasgow has won £50,000 at Mecca Bingo Glasgow Forge after hitting the National Bingo Game jackpot. The winner (who has asked to remain anonymous) is a long-standing regular at the Duke Street Mecca club, playing there with their family since it opened 30 years ago. They called house within the first 16 numbers called, triggering the top £50,000 prize. The Win As It Happened Sharon Kennedy,...

The Fox in Pop Culture: Fox Mulder to Foxy Games

From the X-Files, to baffling Norwegian novelty songs, there’s something about foxes, isn’t there? They’ve been capturing our imaginations for centuries; they’re sly, stylish, a little bit cheeky. Let’s take a loving look at the fox’s greatest cultural hits. What Does the Fox Say? – Nobody Asked, But Here We Are In 2013, Norwegian duo Ylvis asked a question nobody had considered and promptly broke the internet, racking up more...

Who’s Ready to Party? The UK’s Best Party Bingo Events of 2026

Dancing robots, drag queens, Aussie bogans, and more – the UK’s best party bingo events are a night out like you’ve never had before. And you can pick your absolute favourite by voting in the WhichBingo Awards 2026 Pre-Show categories. There are only a few days left but you can have your say on the UK’s Best Party Bingo Event. It’s an incredibly stacked batch of nominees: Dabbers Bingo The...
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Sherrie Hewson on Benidorm's Legacy and Loose Women's Lost Magic

We sat down with Sherrie Hewson, actress, comedian, one of the original Loose Women panelists and a beloved face of British television for over five decades to talk about Benidorm’s enduring appeal, what the early days of Loose Women were really like, why she feels sad for where the show is now, and the road trip series she thinks she and Amanda Barry could make brilliantly. The Fan Who Had...
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WhichBingo Awards 2026: Everything You Need to Know About Editors' Choice Awards

You, the public have spoken. Over 480,000 votes cast across the main categories… and now it’s our turn. While the player vote decides the 12 winners in the Main categories, like Best Bingo Site and Best Slot Game, plus the 5 Pre-Show categories like Best Bingo Caller, there are a handful of categories at the WhichBingo Awards 2026 that an expert judging panel decides. These are the 4 Editors’ Choice...
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Nic has 15 years editorial and gambling industry experience, with certifications from Yale University, Darden Business School, and more. Nic worked at one of the world’s largest betting companies, and developed promotions played by thousands of people in more than 50 countries. He ensures WhichBingo maintains high standards, bringing expert analysis to all subjects on site.