At one point, Ladbrokes had over 16,000 betting shops in the United Kingdom, making it one of the biggest brands in Europe. It expanded its operations online to join the online sports betting and casino revolution, but then it shut many of its stores as online gambling became more popular and the number of punters visiting physical locations dropped.
This is still one of the country’s biggest players, though, and as things stand, there are several thousand Ladbrokes shops still open in the UK.
Use the search feature above to browse through these shops. Just enter your postcode to see which stores are open near you, along with their opening days and times.
What Can You Do in a Ladbrokes Shop?
All Ladbrokes locations include tellers that can take your bets on an array of sports and events, as well as gaming terminals for interactive games and TV screens showing all kinds of live action. You can watch live sports such as football, rugby, tennis, and snooker, but for the most part, these screens show live feeds from horse racing and greyhound meetings.
If you’re visiting a Ladbrokes location for the first time, consider getting a Grid Card. This is a rewards card that is connected to a series of rewards and offers, including free-to-play games, giveaways, and events.
Do You Need to Visit a Ladbrokes Store to Place Bets?
No. You can place bets and play casino games through your desktop or mobile device, and this is possible everywhere. However, betting shops remain popular, as they provide more of an immersive and communal experience. They also give gamblers an escape—if you’re hoping for a day of watching live horse races and making bets but you live in a hectic household, and your family is hogging the TV, a betting shop is ideal.
Unlike online sportsbooks that require you to place a bet or hold a balance before you can watch live games, you’re free to do as you please inside Ladbrokes. If you just want to watch a few races or games and see if there are any interesting promotions, you’re free to do so.
Do You Need to be a Member to Visit Ladbrokes?
No. Unlike an online sportsbook or casino, there is no registration prerequisite for visiting Ladbrokes. You can just walk in, grab a ticket, fill out your bets, and then approach the teller. Once you hand over the money, you will have an active bet on your slip. Keep hold of that slip, as you need to hand it over if the bet wins.
If you’re not sure about something, ask the teller. They understand that even experienced bettors don’t always know what to do in betting shops in this day and age, so they are happy to help.
How Do I Find a Ladbrokes Shop Near Me?
Get started by using the Ladbrokes widget above. It contains all currently active Ladbrokes shops in the United Kingdom, and as these are spread far and wide, covering every major city and town, there is sure to be one near you.
