Widely regarded as a hub of activity and commerce, London is the third most visited city in the world, according to research carried out by Mastercard and published by the World Economic Forum (WEF). At the same time, the UK is renowned for its relaxed approach to gambling legislation and its population’s enthusiasm for the pastime.
With that in mind, those in town for business, pleasure or both might want to make time in their schedules to sample some of the city’s slot machines, since slots are by far the most popular of all casino games. Whether you’re a high roller or a lie lower, we’ve got you covered with the best spots to allow you to flutter your eyelids and flash your ankles at Lady Luck.
Aspinalls
This upmarket casino in the capital attracts a young and trendy crowd who like playing poker, among other activities. However, it’s the only one of the five most prestigious casinos in London (as listed by The Evening Standard) to offer slot machines, so it’s a chance to test out the one-armed bandit in elegant surroundings. But with an annual membership fee of £1,000 – and new members can only be proposed by existing ones – it’s certainly the most exclusive option on our list.
The Hippodrome
Located in London’s pedestrianised Leicester Square in the West End, the Hippodrome originally opened its doors in 1900, but the current casino (which is actually comprised of three different establishments) was only inaugurated in 2012. The word itself is an archaic term for a venue where horse racing takes place, so the building’s ties to the gambling industry run deep, but the abundance of slot machines it now hosts are a modern addition.
Ye Olde Pub
If you don’t fancy the stuffiness and pretension of a casino, but still would like to while away some time and money playing your favourite slot machine in a social surrounding, it’s entirely possible to do so in any number of London’s drinking holes. British pubs have historically been populated by dart boards, pool tables and fruit machines, but slots are now gradually replacing them as the diversion of choice for many people. That affords enthusiasts the chance to enjoy a flutter in a friendly environment.
Your hotel room
Don’t feel like going out but still want some excitement? Thanks to the advent of online gambling, you can now log on from pretty much any location across London (including your hotel room!) and play whatever slot you like. Indeed, remote playing actually carries the advantage of access to a larger and more regularly updated catalogue of games. For example, you can play Gladiator Legends on Bitcasino-io, which is one of the hottest new titles on the market, from anywhere you like. Now that’s freedom!
It doesn’t matter if you like to get dressed up to the nines or prefer to stay in your pyjamas when playing slots in London – there’s an option for everyone in the UK’s biggest city.
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