People in the United Kingdom certainly love their bingo. Millions of people every year play bingo both online and at physical bingo halls, with even more players getting involved every year. And although many of the traditional halls have closed their doors, there are still some iconic locations – both old and new – that attract visitors all the time.
Whether you’re new to bingo or a seasoned player looking for a fresh venue, we’ve listed the top bingo halls in the UK to visit. Read on to find out what they are!
Buzz Bingo in Northampton
This large bingo hall has passed ownership over the years, starting out as Beacon Bingo and spending some brief time under the MERKUR Bingo brand. Now run by the team at Buzz, this venue has a capacity of 1,500, making it one of the largest bingo halls in the United Kingdom.
Opening back in 1991, it’s become a favourite in the local community and is open daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, giving lots of options for patrons when it comes to sessions. With two bars and restaurants, visitors won’t go hungry.
The venue also offers a variety of fruit machines if you’re looking for something a little different to break up your bingo fun!
Buzz Bingo in Cricklewood
Now onto the biggest bingo hall in the UK: Buzz Bingo in Cricklewood. With a capacity of 3,000, it’s not just the largest in the UK but one of the biggest in Europe too.
Established in 1995, it’s open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – and has hosted some of the most prestigious and fun bingo events to ever exist. They also offer regular entertainment, including famous musical acts and tributes. And with three restaurants and two bars, there’s enough going on to make for a different experience every time you visit.
Mecca Bingo Forge in Glasgow
Up in Scotland? Head to Mecca Bingo Forge in Glasgow, just three miles from the city centre. This bingo hall can fit up to 2,000 players and has become known as one of the ‘luckiest’ bingo halls in the whole of the UK.
Mecca Bingo Forge offers a range of different sessions throughout the morning, afternoon, and evening. They also serve up a full food and drink menu with options like loaded hot dogs, burgers, and fish and chips, as well as a licensed bar so you can keep refreshed. And with a taxi rank outside the venue, a nearby bus stop, and loads of free parking, it’s convenient to get to.
Dabbers Social Bingo
Dabbers Social Bingo has made its claim that it’s given your nan’s favourite game a glo,w up and it’s easy to see why. With locations in Houndsditch and Hackney, this bingo is much more of a social event than you’d get at the classic bingo halls of yesteryear, with prizes, entertainment, drag acts, cocktails, and more to be enjoyed across a range of events.
From their Pick N Mix Bingo to Bottomless Brunch Bingo and so much more, there’s always something new to try out, which makes for a great activity with friends or family. It’s worth looking at their full lineup of events to see what’s coming up, and be sure to book in advance so as not to miss out on the fun!
Hijingo Bingo in Shoreditch
If you’re looking for something completely different, try out Hijingo Bingo in Shoreditch — it’s bingo like it’s never been done before. A ‘dystopian’ bingo adventure, you can expect vibrant lights, live entertainment, high-energy music, and loads of prizes to be won.
With tasty food and drink options, brunch events, and more, they offer a wide range of experiences that are nothing like traditional bingo but equally, if not more, fun! It’s perfect for group bookings, whether it’s a special occasion, team night out, or birthday. You can even hire the venue for your own private event!
Bongo’s Bingo
Bongo’s Bingo was one of the first high-energy immersive bingo events, launched back in 2015 by Jonny Bongo and Joshua Burke. Starting out at Camp and Furnace in Liverpool, it’s brought bingo to new audiences, especially the younger demographics.
With events in venues across the UK, from Glasgow and Nottingham to Leeds, London, and Birmingham, Bongo Bingo is reaching more people than ever before.
