Last updated: July 2026 — James Wilson, Shedfield Petanque
At Shedfield Petanque Club, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. This page provides essential information and resources to help you gamble safely and within your means.
Responsible gaming means understanding the risks associated with gambling and taking steps to keep it enjoyable and within your control. It involves gambling only with money you can afford to lose, setting limits on time and spending, and recognising when gambling might be becoming a problem.
Gambling should be viewed as entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. We encourage all our users to approach gaming with a clear head and realistic expectations.
It is important to recognise the early warning signs that gambling may be becoming problematic. If you experience any of the following, please seek help immediately:
Our platform offers self-exclusion tools to help you take a break from gaming if needed. Self-exclusion allows you to restrict access to your account for a period you choose, typically ranging from one month to five years.
To activate self-exclusion: Log into your account settings and select the self-exclusion option. You will be required to confirm your decision, and your account will be locked immediately. During the self-exclusion period, you will be unable to access the platform or use any gaming features.
Self-exclusion is a powerful tool that provides a genuine cooling-off period. Once activated, it cannot be reversed until the chosen period expires.
We provide deposit limit tools that allow you to set a maximum amount you are willing to spend over a specific timeframe. You can establish daily, weekly, or monthly limits based on your personal budget.
How to set deposit limits: Visit your account settings and navigate to "Deposit Limits." Choose your preferred timeframe and enter your maximum spending amount. These limits are enforced automatically by our system and cannot be increased until the period expires.
Setting realistic deposit limits is an effective way to manage your gambling expenditure and maintain control over your gaming habits.
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, confidential support is available through the following organisations:
These organisations provide free, confidential advice and support for problem gambling. They also offer resources for family members and friends affected by someone else's gambling.
You must be 18 years of age or older to use our platform. We have zero tolerance for underage gambling. Age verification checks are conducted during account registration and periodically throughout your membership.
Parents and guardians concerned about underage gambling can contact the National Council for the Protection of Children or local authorities for additional guidance.
Your wellbeing is our priority. Please gamble responsibly and seek help if you need it.