Grosvenor Casinos
- Founded
- 1970-01-01
- Headquarters
- Maidenhead, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Grosvenor Casinos is the largest multi-channel casino operator in the United Kingdom, owned by The Rank Group. Founded in 1970, the company operates a network of 53 land-based casinos across major UK towns and cities, along with two unbranded sister casinos in Belgium. In addition to its physical venues, Grosvenor maintains a comprehensive online casino platform offering hundreds of games including slots, roulette, blackjack, baccarat, poker, and live dealer experiences. The brand is licensed and regulated by the UK Gambling Commission and holds a non-remote casino licence under the 1968 Act. Grosvenor is known for hosting major poker events, most notably the Grosvenor UK Poker Tournament (GUKPT) and the Goliath – the largest live poker tournament outside of the United States, regularly attracting thousands of players. In 2026, the company entered a landmark partnership with GGPoker, allowing online qualifiers to receive cash boosts on live winnings at Grosvenor events. The brand also operates a loyalty programme, Grosvenor Play Points, across its casino network. Historically, Grosvenor expanded significantly through the acquisition of 19 casinos from the Gala Coral Group in 2013, cementing its position as the UK’s largest casino chain. The company employs over 6,300 staff and serves more than 1.7 million customers annually. Grosvenor has also been an associate partner of Huddersfield Town AFC and was the shirt sponsor for Fulham FC in the 2017–18 season.
Detailed Review
History & Evolution
Grosvenor Casinos began life as "County Clubs" before rebranding to "Grosvenor Clubs" and officially adopting the name "Grosvenor Casinos" in January 1969 (though the Wikipedia entry lists the founding year as 1970). The company is part of The Rank Group, which also owns Mecca Bingo and operates across Belgium, Spain, and the UK. In 2013, Grosvenor acquired 19 casinos from the Gala Coral Group, becoming the largest casino network in the UK after regulatory approval. Earlier, in 2009, it purchased the casino within the Ricoh Arena (now Coventry Building Society Arena) for £650,000.
Products & Platforms
- Land-Based Casinos: 53 venues across the UK offering table games (roulette, blackjack, baccarat, poker), electronic roulette, and slot machines. - Online Casino (grosvenorcasinos.com): Over 250 games including slots, roulette, blackjack, poker, baccarat, and live dealer games. The online platform was migrated to a new in-house proprietary platform by Rank Interactive in recent years. - Poker Tournaments: The Grosvenor UK Poker Tournament (GUKPT) and the Goliath, which in 2014 set a record for the largest poker tournament outside the US with 3,394 entries. - Loyalty Programme: Grosvenor Play Points, a merged loyalty card scheme rolled out in 2012 across 35 casinos. - Partnerships: Integration with Redtooth Poker (2014–2016), Tangam Systems for table management (TYM software), and a 2026 partnership with GGPoker for live event cash boosts across 50+ poker festivals annually.
Licensing & Regulation
Licensed and regulated by the UK Gambling Commission (licence account number 614). The company holds a non-remote casino licence under the Gambling Act 1968, with head office at Rank Group, TOR, Saint-Cloud Way, Maidenhead, SL6 8BN.
Recent Developments
In January 2026, Grosvenor announced a major investment in its Birmingham venue following UK gambling reforms. The GGPoker partnership, announced in April 2026, offers players up to 20% cash boost on live winnings at events like the Goliath, G200, and G300 series.
Key Products
Land-based Casino Network
53 venues across the UK offering table games, electronic roulette, and slot machines.
Online Casino Platform
grosvenorcasinos.com with over 250 games including slots, table games, and live dealer experiences.
Grosvenor UK Poker Tournament (GUKPT)
Major live poker tournament series held across Grosvenor venues.
Goliath Poker Tournament
The largest live poker tournament outside the United States, regularly attracting thousands of players.
Grosvenor Play Points
Loyalty programme operating across the casino network, rolled out in 2012.
Offices & Headcount
6300 employees (approx.)
Recent News
Rank Group forecasts FY26 profit at least £76m, beating consensus despite regulatory provision
Rank Group expects FY2026 underlying operating profit of at least £76 million, exceeding consensus by around 11%, despite a £5 million provision for a UK Gambling Commission settlement. Growth was driven by all divisions, particularly digital and gaming machines, with the company managing a sharp increase in Remote Gaming Duty through cost controls.
2026-07-15