Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Sunshine Campers, we believe that gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, similar to going to the cinema or watching live sports. It should never be considered as a way to make money or solve financial problems. Always gamble with money you can afford to lose, and never chase losses or bet more than you intended.
If you find yourself gambling to escape problems or relying on gambling as income, please seek help immediately.
Age Verification
In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years of age or older to gamble legally. Gambling sites not on GamStop remain the responsibility of operators to verify player age, but it is your legal responsibility to confirm you meet the minimum age requirement before placing any bets.
By using any betting site, you are confirming that you are at least 18 years old and legally permitted to gamble in your jurisdiction.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Be alert to these warning signs:
- Chasing losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
- Hiding gambling activity: Keeping your gambling secret from family, friends, or partners
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or important social events to gamble
- Increasing stakes: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to feel the same excitement
- Failed attempts to stop: Trying to cut down or quit but being unable to do so
- Using gambling to cope: Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, depression, or other problems
- Borrowing money: Taking loans or using credit to fund gambling
- Mood swings: Becoming irritable or anxious when unable to gamble
- Financial problems: Struggling to pay bills or manage finances due to gambling
- Relationship strain: Experiencing conflicts with family or friends about your gambling
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available.
Self-Help Tools & Features
Most responsible betting sites offer tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Restrict the total amount you're willing to lose over a set timeframe
- Betting Limits: Set maximum stake amounts for individual bets
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders of how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Time-Outs: Take a break from gambling for a set period (hours, days, or weeks) while keeping your account active
- Self-Exclusion: Permanently or temporarily close your account and exclude yourself from gambling for a period you choose (typically 6 months to 5 years)
Use these tools proactively. They're designed to help you stay in control.
Support Organizations & Helplines
If you're struggling with gambling, professional support is available. Here are the key organizations for your region:
United Kingdom
- GamCare: Free, confidential support for problem gambling www.gamcare.org.uk | Helpline: 0808 8020 133
- GamStop: The UK's national self-exclusion scheme. Excludes you from all licensed online gambling operators www.gamstop.co.uk
- Gamblers Anonymous: Free peer support meetings across the UK www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
International Support
- Australia: Gambling Help Online - www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council - www.responsiblegambling.org
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling - www.ncpgambling.org | 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) - www.bzga.de
All services listed above are independent organisations and are free to contact. Your privacy will be respected.
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you're worried about your gambling or someone else's, please contact one of the support organizations above. Professional advisors are available to listen without judgment and provide guidance on next steps.
You don't have to struggle alone. Help is just a phone call or click away.
Last updated: 2026