Recently we brought you some very exciting news regarding the progress on the state-of-the-art, new bingo venue in one of Britain’s biggest tourist destinations. Club 3000 Blackpool is set to open this summer, and the owner has already decided on the manager that will oversee it.
More about the all-new Club3000 bingo hall
Work began on the new bingo club back in 2020, but ground to a halt when the COVID-19 pandemic started in March. Another hold-up that pushed back progress on the building work was the change in ownership of the retail park that the venue is being built on. The stalled project was restarted in March 2022, and the finished product is expected to cost around £7m.
The original opening date was February 2023 but has since been pushed back to June.
The new Club 3000 will be situated on Rigby Road in Festival Park – a purpose-built leisure park. It takes the place of the old Swift Hound pub, and the operator hopes that it will prove as successful as its Kilmarnock branch which opened to rave reviews in August 2022.
According to the latest update, the building is currently being kitted out with “modern fittings and fixtures to create a luxurious environment” that will be able to cater for hundreds of bingo players.
New bingo club – new management
The owner of Club 3000 has already found the perfect manager to help steer its latest venue to victory.
Sean Connolly, who comes from Fleetwood, has enjoyed a long career in land-based bingo which has seen him work at 24 different clubs in locations as diverse as Hove and Aberdeen.
He says that he’s “incredibly excited and proud” to have been chosen as Club 3000 Bingo Blackpool’s general manager and that he “cannot wait to open the doors this summer”.
Sean has been working with Club 3000 since the beginning of 2022, and he can’t sing the brand’s praises highly enough. He says that Club 3000 delivers “first-class customer service” while also giving players excellent value for money and the chance to win “fabulous” prizes.
Stayed tuned for more info
Keep your eyes on the WhichBingo Magazine for further news on the launch of Club 3000 Blackpool. In the meantime feel free to leave your Club 3000 Bingo Blackpool reviews below and check out our full bingo halls review page for the Club3000 times and prices Blackpool opening times and all the information you will need about what goes on inside.
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
You see it: Los Vegas? You read it again. Los? Not Las? Nope, it’s not a typo. Los Vegas is a new casino site in the UK and as they say on their website; ‘Wrong Spelling, Right Attitude’. And at WhichBingo we’re big fans of a site that can have a bit of fun. So Why “Los”? First, we need to give you a quick Spanish and history lesson. In…
If you’re going to do poker in London, you may as well do it properly. That’s exactly what father-and-son entrepreneurs Jimmy and Simon Thomas have done at the Hippodrome Casino, managing to transform one of the capital’s most iconic buildings into a poker destination that rivals anything in the UK. Right in the heart of Leicester Square, this isn’t a single table hidden behind rows of slot machines. It’s a beautifully restored,…
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…
Grab your dabbers bingo fans, the WhichBingo Awards 2026 are officially on the horizon. Now in our 13th year, the WhichBingo Awards are all about recognising the sites, games, venues, and people that players love. Winners are chosen through a mix of player votes, editorial insight, and expert opinion. From the bingo sites you keep coming back to, to the chat teams that make every session more fun, this is your chance to have your…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Kenny Rogers was right. “If you’re gonna play the game, you gotta learn to play it right”. It’s Safer Gambling Week so we’re taking you back to school to teach you how your brain tricks you when you gamble – and what you can do to play smarter (and safer). 3. The Gambler’s fallacy Perhaps one of the best known terms in gambling. The gambler’s fallacy is the mistaken belief…
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….
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…
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…
Beverley Callard, best known as the inimitable Liz McDonald in Coronation Street, fresh from her second stint on I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! spoke exclusively to WhichBingo, the home of the best bingo sites. She discussed the ongoing David Haye feud in the latest series of I’m A Celebrity All Stars, her move to Dublin to join Fair City, and the fitness DVD that knocked Al Pacino off…
by
Shaun Frackleton
7min
Updated October 16, 2024
Anita Heffernan
Author & Former Editor
The Bingo Queen is a fun name earned from colleagues through Anita Heffernan's exceptional knowledge and commitment to the online bingo world. With over 20 years of experience as both a player and an expert in the industry, Anita has built a reputation as a trusted authority on all things bingo.
2min 
Reader comments