Founded back in 1886 as commission agents for horses trained at Ladbroke Hall in Worcestershire, Ladbrokes have become one of the oldest UK bookies in the land. They’re also one of the most famous and widely-trusted bookies across Western Europe with over 2,700 betting outlets in the UK, Ireland, Belgium and Spain. Online, they have over 800,000 daily active customers making them one of the main players for gambling via the internet. They continuously offer some of the most competitive odds on the market today.
Another reason for their fame is their vast array of betting markets including football, horse racing, boxing, and tennis. Across these betting markets, they provide a number of promotions you’ll not find anywhere else. They allow you to place bets on treble, four and five-fold accumulators and up to 30% on nine-fold bets.
With the world of betting ever evolving, you’d think Ladbrokes wouldn’t be able to keep up but they have done, they have the super-duper, user-friendly mobile app to allow their customers to place a bet wherever and whenever they want to. They still accept bets over the telephone along with the ever classic method of having a trusted bookies on your local high street, where you can fill out your betting slip with the old fashioned pen on paper.
Whether you’re like my Grandfather, who enjoys the familiarity and the ability to socialise with their fellow men, a trait common to betting shops across the world. Or maybe you’re a technological whiz-kid whose mind expands with having access to all the latest stats, news, and up-to-date odds anytime, anywhere then Ladbrokes is the bookie for you without a shadow of a doubt.
The Platform, Informative and Easy to Use
Ladbrokes have done themselves proud with this website as it is one the easiest and best betting sites I’ve ever come across. There is a sidebar down the left-hand side of the page which takes you to an “A-Z Sports” list which provides a complete selection of their betting markets. Select any item from the list and you’ll be able to see all the future events for that specific sport along with a number of different sporting leagues from across the globe. Next to each of the fixtures/games taking place or about to take place, will be displayed all the up-to-date odds you require.
At the top of the homepage, to the left-hand side, is a showcasing of the daily specials on offer along with a selection of the live streaming events available for viewing. To the right-hand side of the homepage are even more daily specials on offer. Further down, you’ll see a selection of games on offer from Ladbrokes other platforms.
Betting In-Play or Cashing Out? You Decide!
With the Ladbrokes “In-Play” dropdown, in-play betting just became much easier and simpler than ever before, as it is located just below the daily specials showcasing. A simple scroll down allows you to view all sporting fixtures currently being played. Click on any one of these fixtures and a complete list of betting markets will be displayed in addition to all the up-to-date live scores and useful game stats. Further down under the “Highlights” tool, you’ll see a list of some popular upcoming fixtures. If you click on any one of the in-play games, a variety of betting markets will be unveiled which could include some of what is listed below in addition to a number of live scores and useful game stats.
Ladbrokes Betting Markets Table
| Anytime Correct Score | How many times will the woodwork be hit? | Scorecasts (First Player to Score and Correct Score) |
| Asian Line Betting | How will my football bet on a cup tie be settled? | Season Handicap Betting |
| Assist Markets | How will the first goal be scored? | Season Match Betting |
| Both Teams To Score (Goal Crazy) | Injury Time | Team to Lead at Anytime |
| Cards/Bookings Markets | Last Team to Score (Last Goal Wins) | Team to Score First and Last |
| Corners Double Result | Man of the Match | The Total Result |
| Correct Score betting | Mythical Matches | Time of Acceptance of Football Bets |
| Divisional Betting | Next Permanent Manager | Time of First Goal |
| Double Chance | Next Team to Score | Time of Next Home/Away Goal |
| Draw No Bet | Number of Corners | Time of Next Match Goal |
| Extra Time Betting | Number of Offsides | Timing of Corners and Penalty Kicks |
| 1st Goalscorer – Odd/Even Goal Minute | Penalty Markets | To Win Both Halves |
| 1st Half Result/2nd Half Result | Penalty Shoot Outs | Top Class Trebles/Top Man Trebles |
| First Match to X (Tournament) | Player of the Tournament | Top League/Tournament Goalscorer |
| First Player to be Substituted | Player Ratings | Top X Team (Tournament) |
| Goal Bands | Player to Score the Winning Goal | Total Goals Odd or Even |
| Goal Line | Player Vs Player Match Bets | Total League Goals (Over/ Under) |
| Goal Time Quatro | Pools | Total Shots in Game |
| Goalscorer Bets | Postponed/Re-arranged matches | Total Throw-ins in Match |
| Goalscorer Match Bets | Prices Subject to Fluctuation | Trialists |
| Half-time Betting | Related Contingencies in one Match | What will happen to a player first? |
| Half-time/ Full-time betting (Double result forecast) | Result After XX Minutes | Wincast |
| Handicap Betting | Results | Yes/No |
| Highest Scoring Team/Match |
A noteworthy feature offered by many UK bookies these days is the ‘Cash Out’ option and Ladbrokes is no different as they give you the chance to terminate your in-play bet if things aren’t quite going to plan. With this convenient opt-out option, your betting slip is thrown a lifeline, so if you’re feeling like you want to play safe, you know what to do. Something for you to bear in mind regarding this lifeline, it isn’t only available on your PC or the Ladbrokes Mobile App, you can also visit your local Ladbrokes bookie to utilise it.
The Markets, Up-to-date and Imaginative
Being one of the most forward-thinking and best online bookies out there, Ladbrokes are able to provide a wealth of up-to-date and imaginative betting markets like “how many times will the wood work be hit?” and “the total number of off-sides”. These will not only keep you ready for any eventuality for the length of the game but it’ll also open up various other plans of attack in which to try and outwit the bookie. Along with this vast wealth of betting markets, you can also place bets on a vast range of domestic and international horse racing events. Ladbrokes even allow you to try your luck on a number of sports worldwide along with a number of special betting market options.
They also let you place bets on more intriguing sports like e-Sports events, Swedish bandy, a sport similar to Ice-Hockey, and World Wrestling Entertainment showcases. As previously mentioned, there is also an “A-Z Sports” sidebar on the homepage where you can place bets on “Politics” or “TV & Specials” like “Celebrity Big Brother”, “The Golden Globes” and “The Voice”.
Lights, Camera, Action: Live Streaming
The Ladbrokes live streaming may not be as comprehensive as some of its competitors but they do offer you the chance to view all major UK and Irish horse racing events along with a wide selection of greyhound races. All you need to be able to view these events is to have an active account with a positive betting balance. For certain horse racing events, there are additional conditions where you must place a minimum bet of £1 to be able to view the race.
On The Move? You Should Be Mobile Betting With Ladbrokes
If you’re always on the move, then you need to be placing mobile bets with Ladbrokes as they accept bets super-quick via one of the easiest to use mobile betting platforms around. With their mobile app, you are able to view a variety of live sport, bet-in-play or keep track of any accumulator bets you’ve placed plus a lot more. You can also access their Vegas, Casino, Bingo and Poker apps via your mobile device.
If you’re an avid Twitterer then you need to check out the official Ladbrokes Twitter feed which keeps its followers right up-to-date with all the latest odds, sporting news and time-limited special offers and promo’s. They also invite you to share your opinion on some of the hottest discussions, topics and issues from the world of sport.
Payment Methods Abound
Ladbrokes have definitely pulled out all the stops to ensure they provide you, their customers, with a variety of payment methods. These include all the major credit & debit cards, cash deposits & withdrawals via one their high-street shops, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller, Western Union, UKash and many others. The minimum amount for deposit or withdrawal is £5 with no charges applied to either method. Deposits are accepted immediately with withdrawals taking between 3 to 5 working days to reach your bank. See below for more details regarding all the different payment methods.
| Accepted Payments | Deposit | Withdrawals | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum | Maximum | Time | Fee | Minimum | Maximum | Time | Fee | |
| £5 | £99,999 | instant | free | £5 | £30,000 | 3-5 business days | free | |
| £5 | £99,999 | instant | free | £5 | £30,000 | 3-5 business days | free | |
| £10 | – | instant | free | £10 | – | 48 hours | free | |
| £10 | – | instant | free | £10 | – | 48 hours | free | |
| £10 | – | instant | free | £10 | – | 48 hours | free | |
| £5 | – | instant | free | – | – | – | – | |
| £10 | – | 1-5 days | free | £10 | – | 1-5 days | free | |
The Best Incomparable Bonuses On The Market
From special promos to free bets, we all like to take advantage of any offers that are offered by our bookie. These incomparable bonuses and promos provide you with a unique opportunity to make some serious dosh without fleecing your bank in the process. They can either turn you into a loyal customer or just enough time for you to make the best use of the welcome bonus. You may think that the welcome bonus from Ladbrokes is not that attractive as some but I seriously think you should check it out. They also offer a number of regularly updated offers along with one of the best VIP packages around.
Welcome Offer
Ladbrokes welcome offer is available to all new customers as a free bet of up to £50. Just register a new account and enter the promotional code “F50”. For your first bet to qualify, you need to place a minimum bet of £5 at odds of over 1/2 or over. It’s only available online and must be used within a period of 7-days so don’t delay!
Bonuses & Promotions
In keeping their customers happy, Ladbrokes seem to have it sussed with a number of regular special bonuses and daily promotions on offer. To see what they have on offer, all you need to do is head over to their homepage and click “Today´s Promotions”. As I said before, they’re updated regularly with them often including a number of unique double the odds and money back offers. There’s also a promo for the casino based games where you can receive a free £5 bet once you’ve placed £30 or more on their slot games. Speaking of slots, Ladbrokes are always looking to reward their customers so if you´re a slots fan then head over to their Twitter account for regular updates of free bets and money back offers. It’s also a really good place to find out all you need to know regarding this bookie.
The Grid, Rewarding Loyal Customers
During the summer of 2015, Ladbrokes decided that they needed to reward their loyal customers a bit more so they launched one of their most appealing features with “The Grid” membership scheme. Getting the best from it is entirely free and by unlocking it, you’ll be granted admission to numerous special promos and offers which are not available anywhere else. You’ll receive access to a number of special deals or discounts which you can use at selected pubs, restaurants or for money-off vouchers which you can use for cinema tickets or sports merchandise.
Customers are encouraged to make the most of their local bookie when collecting points as one point is earned every time £4 is staked over the counter. This’ll make your points total rise rapidly, with every point earning your entry into a prize draw where you have the chance of winning some of the latest gadgets, tickets for major sporting events or that dream holiday around the world. So all you need to do to reap the benefits of the Ladbrokes Life is simply click “Join the Grid” on the website or ask a staff member in your local bookie and you’ll be onto a winner.
Quick and Effective Communication by Ladbrokes
Every form of communication is available to Ladbrokes customers in order to deal with any issues or queries in a quick and effective way. These issues and queries can be handled 24/7 via telephone, email or live chat in a number of languages. You should also bear in mind that if you wish to deal with someone face to face, then there is your local bookie, they can sort out a number of problems without delay.
A Long and Proud History
Ladbrokes, well respected for their long, proud history, have earned their reputation as one of the best and largest bookies in the world by providing one of the easiest to use sports betting sites. With their immense variety of betting markets and appealing benefits offered to their loyal customers, Ladbrokes have successfully managed to become one of the most recognised throughout their history and will continue to do so for many years to come.