United Kingdom Casino Tourism Market Outlook (2022 to 2032)

United Kingdom Casino Tourism Market is estimated to reach US$ 6,223 Million in 2022. As per the report, sales are forecast to increase at a robust 5.8% CAGR, with the market valuation reaching US$ 10,936 Million by 2032.

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United Kingdom Casino Tourism Market Estimated Size (2022) US$ 6,223 Million
United Kingdom Casino Tourism Market Projected Size (2032) US$ 10,936 Million
United Kingdom Casino Tourism Market Value-based CAGR (2022 to 2032) 5.8%

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2017 to 2021 United Kingdom Casino Tourism Market Outlook Compared to 2022 to 2032 Forecast

Gambling has a long history in the United Kingdom and can be considered a part of the tradition. As the proposal to construct more than a dozen Super Casinos complexes in the style of Las Vegas, bigger than anything previously seen in the nation, takes shape, the gambling sector in the United Kingdom has recently experienced unheard-of expansion. In 2011, the first of these modern gambling establishments opened in London. The Aspers Casino, the biggest casino in London, has an astounding 70 gaming tables, plus approximately a dozen poker tables and 150 electronic gambling machines.

With more than 100 land-based casinos spread out across the nation, sports betting, and online gambling, the gambling environment in the United Kingdom is one of the most varied in all of Europe. Casino games at United Kingdom land-based establishments range from traditional favorites like Blackjack, Roulette, and Craps to the more unusual ones like Mahjong, Kalooki, Casino War, and Wheel of Fortune. Despite the fact that poker rooms and United Kingdom casinos frequently use the Rake system, poker is a favorite among British casino goers as well.

How are tourists attracted towards United Kingdom casinos?

The tourists are eager to spend money as if there were no tomorrow everywhere they go. And they don't pass up opportunities to potentially earn more money while they're spending it. Gambling is without a doubt at the top of the list of excellent recreational activities that the majority of visitors to the United Kingdom are continuously looking for as alternatives to visiting all the tourist attractions the has to offer. Casinos started to appear at that point because they recognized the enormous potential of the wealthy tourists that travel to the United Kingdom. As a result, it's claimed that almost 40% of the money British casinos make comes only from tourists, which only serves to highlight how popular casinos in the United Kingdom are.

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How does the United Kingdom government support casino tourism?

Both the government and the casino operators win when it comes to gaming tourism. Through taxes and other expenditures, the government receives a sizable portion of this income. In addition, the hospitality sector is another one that gains a lot from gaming tourism, which is why commercial partnerships between casinos and hotels or restaurants are common. But none of this would have been possible if the government hadn't controlled gambling and granted permission for casinos to operate on United Kingdom soil. In essence, the United Kingdom government only encourages the casino sector since it serves its best interests to make quick money and stimulate the economy from wealthy visitors who come to the country.

What are the United Kingdom Gambling laws and regulations and how were they set up?

Commercial bingo halls may be created in accordance with the Betting and Gaming Act of 1960, but only if they are established as clubs only for members and must derive their revenue from levies and membership fees rather than a proportion of entry costs. Similar requirements, such as membership-only status and licensing from the Gaming Board of Great Britain, were once in place for casinos. There might only be ten gaming machines in each casino. George James, a gambling magnate, opened what is thought to be Britain's first legal casino in 1961 at the Casino Club Port Talbot in Wales. In the 1960s, James opened a number of fine dining and casino combined with cabaret facilities, including the Charlie Chester Casino and Golden Horseshoe in London as well as the Kingsway and Grand Casino in Southport. The 1968 Gaming Act loosened the law and opened the door for more commercial casinos. The Clermont Club in London made Chemmy, the first game that was incredibly popular, popular.

The Gambling Act of 2005 opened the door for the construction of larger resort-fashioned casinos, but under strict oversight, with one constructed in the span of some years until the Act is completely implemented. To host one of these so-called mega casinos, which will be similar to those in Las Vegas, many towns and localities submitted bids. On January 30, 2007, it was announced that Manchester had won the competition to host the first super casino. The government was encouraged by The House of Lords to review the plans for the enormous super casino in Manchester on March 29, 2007. Instead, it backed plans for 16 smaller casinos, including those in Wolverhampton and Solihull. Gordon Brown, who was prime minister at the time, declared in 2007 that the government would not move further with the super casino in Manchester. There are several categories for gaming machines, mostly based on the stakes and pay-outs involved and if there is a skill component.

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Country-wise Insights

Which city in  United Kingdom has the most number of casinos?

London has the most number of casinos.

The capital, one of the biggest cities in the United Kingdom, is an obvious inclusion on this list. Some of the most prestigious casinos are found in London. There are roughly 35 casinos in the city, which feature poker tournaments, table games, and slot machines. These can be enormous, taking up two or three floors of a building, or simple casinos with one floor. While others are accessible to all types of bettors, some require exclusive membership.

Who are the top players in United Kingdom casino market?

Gala Coral Group, Grosvenor, and Genting Casinos are the three largest gambling companies in United Kingdom.

There are about 140 casinos in United Kingdom. Gala Coral Group, Grosvenor, and Genting Casinos, the three biggest gaming organizations in the nation, are the owners of 100 of these establishments. Although there are more operators in the United Kingdom, the aforementioned three operators control 75% of all brick-and-mortar casinos. The history of Genting, which is without a doubt the largest casino owner, dates back to the 1970s when it first began buying casinos and revamping them. But first, let's look at who the online gaming industry considers being the largest casino operator.

Category-wise Insights

Which game type has the most number of gamblers?

Slot machines have the most number of gamblers

Slot machines are available in nearly every casino in United Kingdom in large numbers. There is a large number of rookie gamblers who visit these casinos. They prefer slot machines as they are easy to play and need less capital in comparison to table games. While slot machines are increasingly getting popular amongst gamblers as they are being provided by online gambling sites too.

What type of end users are more likely to visit casinos in United Kingdom?

Gambling Enthusiasts are more likely to visit casinos

Almost half of the population in United Kingdom is engaged in gambling. People in United Kingdom are very much interested in gambling. Despite the upsurge in the online gambling segment. The traditional brick-and-mortar casinos still continue to contain a huge chunk of the casino market because of the authentic gambling enthusiasts in the country.

Which age group is more likely to visit casinos?

Middle-aged travelers and seniors are most likely to visit casinos

Gambling is something that has been practiced in Europe for a very long time. It is famous among people of every age as it is being passed from generation to generation. However, travelers from the age group of 35-50 years followed by 50-65 years are most likely to visit casinos in United Kingdom.

Competitive Landscape

Casino tour providers are coming up with creative and alluring strategies to entice travelers to visit casinos. They are providing a range of savings on early reservations and packaged deals. However, in order to grow their companies and draw in new gamblers, the majority of casinos want to go online.

For instance:

Independent licensed junket agencies, Casino Tours Abroad Ltd. represents a number of casino companies. They put together gambling-traveling junket groups of like-minded casino patrons. Most of their travels to Europe are free for qualified athletes, and this typically includes all travel expenses such as airfare, hotels, meals, and other expenses.

Scope of Report

Attribute Details
Forecast Period 2022 to 2032
Historical Data Available for 2017 to 2021
Market Analysis USD Million for Value
Key Regions Covered Europe
Key Countries Covered United Kingdom
Key Segments Covered Game type, Casino type, End users, Age group, Tourist type, Consumer orientation & Tour type.
Key Companies Profiled Casino; Casino Travel; Tripadvisor; TourRadar; Akshaya India Tours and Travels Ltd.; Kesari Tours Pvt Ltd.; Novomatic; Thomascook. in; Viator, Inc; TravelMyGlobe.com
Report Coverage Market Forecast, Company Share Analysis, Competition Intelligence, Drivers, Restraints, Opportunities and Threats Analysis, Market Dynamics and Challenges, and Strategic Growth Initiatives
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United Kingdom Casino Tourism Market by Category

By Game Type, United Kingdom Casino Tourism Market is segmented as:

  • 3 Card Poker
  • American Roulette
  • Blackjack
  • Casino Stud Poker
  • Dice
  • Punto Banco
  • Others

By Casino Type, United Kingdom Casino Tourism Market is segmented as:

  • Commercial
  • Tribal
  • Limited Stakes
  • I-gaming

By End Users, United Kingdom Casino Tourism Market is segmented as:

  • Gambling Enthusiasts
  • Social Exuberant
  • Dabblers
  • Lottery Loyalists
  • Unengaged Audience

By Age Group, United Kingdom Casino Tourism Market is segmented as:

  • 18-25 Years
  • 25-35 Years
  • 35-50 Years
  • 50-65 Years
  • 65 Years and Above

By Tourist Type, United Kingdom Casino Tourism Market is segmented as:

  • Domestic
  • International

By Consumer Orientation, United Kingdom Casino Tourism Market is segmented as:

  • Men
  • Women

By Tour Type, United Kingdom Casino Tourism Market is segmented as:

  • Independent Traveler
  • Package Traveler
  • Tour Group

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current United Kingdom Casino Tourism Market value?

The United Kingdom Casino Tourism Market reached a valuation of US$ 6,223 Million in 2022.

What is the forecasted growth rate for the United Kingdom Casino Tourism Market?

The United Kingdom Casino Tourism Market is currently forecasted to grow at a rate of 5.8% CAGR during the forecast period.

What was the historical growth rate for the United Kingdom Casino Tourism Market?

The United Kingdom Casino Tourism Market had a growth rate of 3.7% before the forecasted period.

Who are the leading players in the United Kingdom Casino Tourism Market?

Leading players in the United Kingdom Casino Tourism Market are Casinota, Casino Travel, TourRadar, TripAdvisor, Akshaya India Tours and Travels Ltd., Kesari Tours Pvt Ltd., Novomatic, and Thomascook.in, Viator, TravelMyGlobe.com, and Expedia, among others.

Table of Content

1. Executive Summary | United Kingdom Casino Tourism Market

    1.1. Market Outlook

        1.1.1. Who Is Travelling?

        1.1.2. How Much Do They Spend?

        1.1.3. Direct Contribution of Tourism To GDP

        1.1.4. Direct Contribution of Tourism To Employment

    1.2. Tourism Evolution Analysis

    1.3. FMI Analysis and Recommendations

2. Market Introduction

    2.1. Total Spending (US$ Million) and Forecast (2022 to 2032)

    2.2. Number of Travelers (Million) and Forecast (2022 to 2032)

    2.3. Total Spending Y-o-Y Growth Projections (2022 to 2032)

    2.4. Number of Travelers Y-o-Y Growth Projections

3. Global Tourism Industry Analysis

    3.1. Tourism Industry Overview

        3.1.1. Travel & Tourism Industry Contribution To Global GDP

            3.1.1.1. Business Spending v/s Leisure Spending

            3.1.1.2. Domestic v/s Foreign

            3.1.1.3. Direct, Indirect, and Induced

        3.1.2. Travel Sector Contribution To Global Overall Employment

        3.1.3. Travel & Tourism Growth Rate

        3.1.4. Foreign Visitor Exports As Percentage of Total Exports

        3.1.5. Capital Investment In Travel & Tourism Industry

        3.1.6. Different Components of Travel & Tourism

        3.1.7. Global Tourism Industry Outlook

            3.1.7.1. Cultural Tourism

            3.1.7.2. Culinary Tourism

            3.1.7.3. Eco/Sustainable Tourism

            3.1.7.4. Sports Tourism

            3.1.7.5. Spiritual Tourism

            3.1.7.6. Wellness Tourism

            3.1.7.7. Others

4. Market Dynamics

    4.1. Market Drivers & Opportunities

        4.1.1. Government authorities legalizing and regulating gambling

        4.1.2. Casinos generating employment and aiding the economic growth

5. Market Background

    5.1. Top 10 Market Companies

    5.2. Macro-Economic Factors

        5.2.1. Global GDP Growth Outlook

        5.2.2. Global Industry Value Added

        5.2.3. Global Consumer Spending Outlook

        5.2.4. Global Direct contribution of Travel & Tourism to GDP

        5.2.5. Global Visitor Exports and International Tourist Arrivals

        5.2.6. Capital Investment In Travel & Tourism

        5.2.7. Top Tourism Spending Countries

    5.3. Forecast Factors - Relevance & Impact

6. Categorizing of Sector 2021

    6.1. Introduction/ Key Findings

    6.2. Current Market Analysis By Game Type (% of Demand)

        6.2.1. 3 Card Poker

        6.2.2. American Roulette

        6.2.3. Blackjack

        6.2.4. Casino Stud Poker

        6.2.5. Dice

        6.2.6. Punto Banco

        6.2.7. Others

    6.3. Current Market Analysis By Casino Type (% of Demand)

        6.3.1. Commercial

        6.3.2. Tribal

        6.3.3. Limited Stakes

        6.3.4. I-gaming

    6.4. Current Market Analysis By End Users (% of Demand)

        6.4.1. Gambling Enthusiasts

        6.4.2. Social Exuberant

        6.4.3. Dabblers

        6.4.4. Lottery Loyalists

        6.4.5. Unengaged Audience

    6.5. Current Market Analysis By Age Group (% of Demand)

        6.5.1. 18-25 Years

        6.5.2. 25-35 Years

        6.5.3. 35-50 Years

        6.5.4. 50-65 Years

        6.5.5. 65 Years and Above

    6.6. Current Market Analysis By Tourist Type (% of Demand)

        6.6.1. Domestic

        6.6.2. International

    6.7. Current Market Analysis By Age Group (% of Demand)

        6.7.1. Men

        6.7.2. Women

    6.8. Current Market Analysis By Tour Type (% of Demand)

        6.8.1. Independent Traveller

        6.8.2. Tour Group

        6.8.3. Package Traveller

    6.9. Key Findings, By Each Category

7. Competition Analysis

    7.1. Competition Dashboard

    7.2. Competition Benchmarking

    7.3. Competition Deep Dive

        7.3.1. Casinota

            7.3.1.1. Overview

            7.3.1.2. Service Portfolio

            7.3.1.3. Strategy Overview/campaigns

        7.3.2. Casino Travel

            7.3.2.1. Overview

            7.3.2.2. Service Portfolio

            7.3.2.3. Strategy Overview/campaigns

        7.3.3. Tripadvisor

            7.3.3.1. Overview

            7.3.3.2. Service Portfolio

            7.3.3.3. Strategy Overview/campaigns

        7.3.4. TourRadar

            7.3.4.1. Overview

            7.3.4.2. Service Portfolio

            7.3.4.3. Strategy Overview/campaigns

        7.3.5. Akshaya India Tours and Travels Ltd.

            7.3.5.1. Overview

            7.3.5.2. Service Portfolio

            7.3.5.3. Strategy Overview/campaigns

        7.3.6. Kesari Tours Pvt Ltd.

            7.3.6.1. Overview

            7.3.6.2. Service Portfolio

            7.3.6.3. Strategy Overview/campaigns

        7.3.7. Novomatic

            7.3.7.1. Overview

            7.3.7.2. Service Portfolio

            7.3.7.3. Strategy Overview/campaigns

        7.3.8. Thomascook. in

            7.3.8.1. Overview

            7.3.8.2. Service Portfolio

            7.3.8.3. Strategy Overview/campaigns

        7.3.9. Viator, Inc

            7.3.9.1. Overview

            7.3.9.2. Service Portfolio

            7.3.9.3. Strategy Overview/campaigns

        7.3.10. Casino org.

            7.3.10.1. Overview

            7.3.10.2. Service Portfolio

            7.3.10.3. Strategy Overview/campaigns

        7.3.11. TravelMyGlobe.com

            7.3.11.1. Overview

            7.3.11.2. Service Portfolio

            7.3.11.3. Strategy Overview/campaigns

        7.3.12. Others (as per request)

            7.3.12.1. Overview

            7.3.12.2. Service Portfolio

            7.3.12.3. Strategy Overview/campaigns

    7.4. Social Media Platforms Preferred

        7.4.1. Facebook

        7.4.2. YouTube

        7.4.3. Instagram

        7.4.4. Twitter

        7.4.5. LinkedIn

        7.4.6. Pinterest

        7.4.7. Google+

        7.4.8. Others

    7.5. Perceptions of the Proposed Art Sector Tour Package

    7.6. Consumer Perception for Destinations On Social Media Platforms-Positive and Negative Mentions

    7.7. Trending #Hashtags

    7.8. Social Media Platform Mentions (% of Total Mentions)

    7.9. Region-Wise Social Media Mentions (% of Total Mentions)

    7.10. Trending Subject Titles

8. Assumptions and Acronyms Used

9. Research Methodology

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