About Us
Non Gamstop Casinos is an independent research site built for players who are looking beyond the Gamstop self-exclusion scheme. We focus specifically on casinos not on Gamstop — where they're licensed, what they offer, and how their free spins and welcome packages actually stack up once you read past the headline number.
We are not a casino ourselves and we don't accept bets. Our job is to go through the sites in this space, compare their terms side by side, and publish what we find in plain language. That's the whole purpose of bestdayeverdevon.co.uk.
Why We Cover This Market
Gamstop is a self-exclusion tool tied to UK-licensed operators. It's a genuinely useful option for players who want it, but it isn't the only route available, and plenty of adults over 18 choose to play at casinos licensed elsewhere — often in Curaçao — that sit outside that scheme. Some are drawn by bigger welcome packages, others by a wider slot library or payment options like Paysafe that aren't always common on UK-licensed sites. Whatever the reason, we think players deserve clear, honest information about how these sites work rather than being left to guess.
We never suggest that playing at a casino not on Gamstop is against the law, and we won't tell readers whether they should or shouldn't play — that's a personal decision. What we do is lay out the facts: licensing, bonus terms, game selection and payment methods, so the decision is an informed one.
How We Rate and Rank
Every site on bestdayeverdevon.co.uk is scored against the same set of criteria, applied consistently across the list:
- Licensing — we check which jurisdiction issued the operator's licence and whether basic security measures, like SSL encryption, are in place
- Bonus terms — we read the wagering requirements, maximum bet limits, game restrictions and expiry windows behind every welcome offer and free spins package, not just the percentage figure
- Free spins value — since this is our core focus, we look closely at spin count, the games they're valid on, and any cap on winnings
- Game range — slots, table games, live dealer rooms and any sportsbook or specialty products the operator runs alongside them
- Payment options — the deposit and withdrawal methods available to GB players, including any card, e-wallet or prepaid options such as Paysafe
- Support and usability — how easy the site is to navigate and how accessible its help channels are
Commission from affiliate partnerships never buys a higher position on our list. A site with a generous headline offer but restrictive wagering terms will score lower than one with a smaller, cleaner offer — the ranking reflects the full picture, not the biggest number on the banner.
What Sets Non Gamstop Casinos Apart
Readers often ask what actually distinguishes these sites from UK Gambling Commission-licensed casinos. The honest answer is that it depends on the operator, but common differences include larger and more frequent welcome bonuses, wider slot catalogues from a broader mix of software providers, and payment methods — including certain e-wallets and Paysafe cards — that aren't always supported elsewhere. Some also run a sportsbook alongside the casino, giving players a single account for both slots and sports betting. None of this makes one type of casino inherently better than the other; it's a different regulatory environment with its own trade-offs, and we cover both sides on our Non Gamstop Casinos UK guide.
Responsible Play Still Matters
Choosing to play outside Gamstop doesn't remove the need for good habits. We encourage every reader to set their own limits, use whatever tools an operator provides, and only ever play with money they can afford to lose. If you'd rather explore self-exclusion or support options, our Responsible Gambling page covers those routes in more detail.
Our Independence
Non Gamstop Casinos earns revenue through affiliate commission — if you sign up with an operator via a link on this site, we may be paid for the referral. This arrangement never decides our ratings. Operators can't buy a better score or a higher spot in our rankings, and we'll flag a weak bonus or a slow support team just as readily as we'll highlight a strong one.
Full details on how the site operates, including our terms of use, are set out on our Terms and Conditions page. If something on the site looks out of date or you've spotted an error, our Contact Us page is the quickest way to reach us.