Company Profile
Gala Bingo has been a household name in the UK for decades and the online site has been going strong since 2005. The brand sits under Entain, one of the biggest gambling groups in the world and the same lot behind Ladbrokes and Coral if you’ve heard of those. They hold licences from both the UK Gambling Commission and the Government of Gibraltar so everything is above board. With more than 17 WhichBingo Awards under their belt including Best Bingo Site, Gala is definitely one to check out.
Software & Graphics
The games here come from a really solid mix of developers. They pull titles from Playtech, NetEnt, Blueprint Gaming, Light & Wonder, Play’n GO, Elk Studios, Push Gaming, Realistic Games, Relax Gaming and loads more besides. Having that many studios on board means there’s a proper range of styles and themes to pick from. The site runs a bold blue and yellow colour scheme that looks clean and feels modern. Works a treat on mobile too with a dedicated app for both iOS and Android.
Bonuses & Promotions
New players can bag 100 Free Spins after dropping in just £10 and playing it on any slot. The spins are worth £0.10 each and work on games like Fishin’ Frenzy and King Kong Cash. Best part is there are no wagering requirements at all so whatever you win gets credited straight as cash. Honestly one of the fairest welcome deals we’ve come across. On top of that Gala runs their own Rewards programme with five levels from Opal up to Diamond, dishing out weekly free spins, cashback and daily bingo tickets the more you play.
Games
There are well over 700 games to get stuck into here covering slots, table games, live casino and a massive bingo section. The slots library pulls from all the big developers so you’ll find everything from classic fruit machines to the latest Megaways titles and progressive jackpots. Bingo fans are properly looked after with more than 20 dedicated rooms running 40, 50, 75, 80 and 90-ball games. The live casino is decent too if you fancy playing against real dealers from your sofa. There’s also a nice selection of scratch cards and instant win stuff if you want something quick.
Deposits & Withdrawals
Getting money in and out is dead simple. They take Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, Paysafecard, Skrill, Neteller, Instant Bank Payment and Pay by Mobile. Deposits go through straight away and the minimum is just £5 for regular play or £10 to bag the welcome spins. Withdrawals are pretty quick too, e-wallets land same day and Visa Fast Funds comes through in under four hours. Bank transfers take a couple of working days but there are no fees on any method, always a plus.
Please note that as of 14th April 2020, online casinos and betting sites no longer accept credit cards as requested by the UK Gambling Commission.
Customer Service
Support runs around the clock through live chat and that’s always a plus. There’s a phone line too open daily from 10am to 7pm and email usually gets back to you within a few hours. You can even reach them on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram if that’s your thing.
Overall Opinion
All in we think Gala Bingo is a cracking choice for UK players. The no-wagering welcome spins are brilliant, the game selection covers all the bases and having live chat around the clock means you’re never left hanging. The brand has been around for decades and that reputation really shows. The slot library could be a touch bigger compared to some of the newer casino-focused sites but with over 700 games plus all those bingo rooms there’s more than enough to keep you going. Definitely give Gala a go.