888poker in United Kingdom: can you play, and how to sign up
Yes — 888poker accepts players from United Kingdom. One of the oldest rooms online, locally licensed across Europe. This page covers what that means in practice: the legal position where you are, how the room works, and what to check before you deposit.
888poker
Running since 1997 and part of a London-listed group, 888poker holds its own licences in Great Britain (UKGC 39028) and Malta (MGA/CRP/121/2006-09), plus separate locally licensed sites for Sweden, Denmark, Romania, Germany, Spain, Italy, Portugal and Ontario. Its tables are known for a softer recreational field than the biggest networks.
Play at 888poker from United Kingdom →Key facts
| Accepts players from | United Kingdom |
| Type | Real-money online poker |
| Minimum age | 18 |
| Help | GamCare · 0808 8020 133 |
| Alternatives | GGPoker, Unibet Poker |
Is 888poker legal in United Kingdom?
Online poker is fully regulated by the UK Gambling Commission, and only licence holders may offer or advertise real-money poker to British players. GGPoker.co.uk is licensed for British players, and 888poker is operated for Great Britain by 888 UK Limited under licence account 39028. This is general information, not legal advice. 888poker publishes the list of countries it serves and United Kingdom is on it; where a local licence is required, it operates under that licence. The minimum age to play is 18. This is general information, not legal advice.
What 888poker offers
Running since 1997 and part of a London-listed group, 888poker holds its own licences in Great Britain (UKGC 39028) and Malta (MGA/CRP/121/2006-09), plus separate locally licensed sites for Sweden, Denmark, Romania, Germany, Spain, Italy, Portugal and Ontario. Its tables are known for a softer recreational field than the biggest networks.
Signing up from United Kingdom
Registration takes a few minutes: create an account, verify your identity with an ID document (a legal requirement everywhere we list), and choose a deposit method. Common deposit methods include cards, bank transfer and e-wallets; the exact list depends on your country. Withdrawals go back to the method you deposited with wherever possible.
Playing responsibly
Set a budget before you play and keep to it. Every room we list offers deposit limits, time-outs and self-exclusion in the account settings. If gambling stops being fun, GamCare (0808 8020 133) offers free, confidential help in United Kingdom.
Other rooms open to players from United Kingdom
888poker is not the only option: GGPoker, Unibet Poker also accept players from United Kingdom. Our United Kingdom page compares them.
Live poker in United Kingdom
Full United Kingdom guideUpcoming tournaments
- National Poker League 2026 1 Jan – 31 Dec 2026
- G200 2026 season 20 Jan – 6 Dec 2026 · £200
- UK Poker League 2026 season 17 Feb – 15 Nov 2026 · £560
- Monster Stack Tour 2026 2 Jun – 8 Nov 2026 · £100
- Saturday Bounty — Alea Glasgow (weekly) 19 Sept – 26 Dec 2026 · £50
Top players from United Kingdom
- Stephen Chidwick · $79,927,052
- Ben Heath · $39,237,383
- Sam Trickett · $21,814,596
- Talal Shakerchi · $20,218,636
- Sam Grafton · $15,653,989
Frequently asked questions
Can I play on 888poker from United Kingdom?
Yes. 888poker accepts players from United Kingdom. You must be at least 18 and pass identity verification.
Is 888poker legal in United Kingdom?
Online poker is fully regulated by the UK Gambling Commission, and only licence holders may offer or advertise real-money poker to British players. GGPoker.co.uk is licensed for British players, and 888poker is operated for Great Britain by 888 UK Limited under licence account 39028. This is general information, not legal advice.
How do I get the 888poker bonus?
Sign up through the link on this page and the current welcome offer for United Kingdom is applied automatically. Terms and wagering requirements apply — read them before you deposit.
Which other poker rooms accept players from United Kingdom?
GGPoker, Unibet Poker. See our United Kingdom page for the full comparison.
Availability as published by 888poker. We earn a commission if you sign up through our links; it never changes what we write. Play responsibly.