(Sunday 15th of August 2010)
Online bingo players will be happy to hear that the accumulated jackpots on some of the most popular side games have reached astronomical levels. Bucky Bingo members can win £3 million on the Clover Rollover title, while a huge £1.5 million can soon be won in the circus-themed Big Top Tombola. What's more, nearly half a grand can be played for in a number of other side games. Spin the reels on these fantastic titles and see what you can win.
(Tuesday 3rd of August 2010)
The final series of Big Brother on Channel 4 comes to a close this month. The programme has proved a bit of a Marmite show as bingo players either love it or hate it. Still, it has provided the UK with some memorable moments and talking points. With this in mind we've put together a fantasy bingo card commemorating all of the very best and worst moments from the television show.
(Friday 30th of July 2010)
A number of great summer blockbusters are heading to cinemas in the UK this summer, and we know that some of the culture vultures who frequent our online bingo halls will be on-hand to witness the very best of them. That's why we've put together our two exclusive picks for summer 2010 but with a bingo spin. So pick up some popcorn and get in line!
(Wednesday 14th of July 2010)
With technology moving forward, and the age of the average online bingo player considerably younger compared to twenty years ago, it may only be a few years before online bingo starts to evolve and take on forms almost completely unrecognisable to how we know it today. We take a look at what the future might have in store for our favourite pastime, and what it could mean for our loyal members.
(Monday 5th of July 2010)
The online bingo world watched on as Rafael Nadal dispatched of Tomas Berdych on the way to his second Wimbledon title on Sunday. The Spaniard has now picked up eight Grand Slam titles half the amount of rival Roger Federer. To commemorate the occasion, we've put together what we feel would be Rafael Nadal's fantasy bingo card, picking out some of the most significant figures from his already-storied tennis career.
(Monday 28th of June 2010)
It wasn't the best of weekends for online bingo fans behind England at this year's World Cup. The national team crashed out after a 4-1 defeat against arch-rivals Germany. However, in an effort to help fans come to terms with the fiasco, we've compiled a footy bingo card. We won't use the number 4 though the number of years England will have to wait before we go through this all over again!
(Friday 11th of June 2010)
A bingo fan in Haringey celebrated a very special birthday recently. Lydia Clark turned 100 and invited some of her bingo hall pals to a party which was also attended by Haringey Mayor Eddie Griffiths. The Mayor was kind enough to present her with a specially-embossed set of whisky tumblers. It just goes to show that bingo really does span all ages, despite a recent report claiming that bingo players were on average getting younger.
(Tuesday 27th of April 2010)
The summer is just around the corner and no-one will be able to enjoy it quite as much as the players of Bucky Bingo. We have a great new site redesign set to be unveiled, and a fantastic Facebook page where fans can be kept aware of our sizzling hot activity! Pack a bag for the beach, grab some sun lotion and be ready for Bucky to be hot throughout the summer season!
(Monday 19th of April 2010)
The air travel ban has left many Buckingham Bingo members with a lot of time on their hands. In case you haven't heard, a huge eruption in Iceland has brought many European airports to a standstill. So if you're stuck in the UK, don't just sit at home watching the news bulletins. Our UK bingo clubs and online bingo site are still open for business so why not play a few lines of your favourite numbers game instead?
(Wednesday 7th of April 2010)
Many online bingo players are amazed by the sheer number of different games on offer to registered members. As well as the 80-ball classic, Bucky Bingo hosts a dazzling array of superb bingo bonus games. Titles like Atlantis Gold, Mafia Millions, Tarot Fortune and Mayan Mania each have their fans and it's easy to see why. Whether you're looking for big cash prizes, a break from online bingo, a taste of the exotic or a trip back in time, there's a bingo bonus game for you.
(Wednesday 24th of March 2010)
Alistair Darling has overlooked the issue of bingo tax in today's budget. There was speculation that the chancellor would return gross profit tax to 15 per cent or at least drop it by a couple of points. Instead, it seems that bingo club duty will be held at 20 per cent for the foreseeable future. This is likely to disappoint the I'm Backing Bingo campaign group, which enjoys the support of countless players and UK operators like Buckingham Bingo.
(Monday 22nd of March 2010)
Online bingo is a great way to play your favourite numbers game. But despite the rise of the internet, it's worth pointing out that millions of gamers still flock to land-based bingo clubs across the UK. Traditional clubs give players the opportunity to meet up with friends and play for huge cash prizes like the £25,000 National Bingo Game and £50,000 Bucky Bullseye. In Rugby, meanwhile, a lady has just scooped a £135,000 jackpot at her local bingo club.
(Wednesday 17th of March 2010)
Our St Patrick's Day free bingo marathon is certainly pulling in the crowds. Online bingo lovers are flooding in to take advantage of our stunning all-day promotion. Up until midnight tonight, members can enjoy no-strings-attached free bingo in the BB's Free Room. You can also stay right up to date with the very latest news on our official Facebook and Twitter accounts. It's all part of our bid to make this St Patrick's Day the best ever.
(Friday 5th of March 2010)
The Oscars are almost upon us. Will Jeff Bridges win Best Actor? Will Sandra Bullock claim Best Actress? And will Hurt Locker fight off Avatar to scoop Best Picture? However, it has to be admitted that many fans of our bingo bonus games aren't all that interested in what happens on the other side of the world. As a result, we've decided to hold our own awards ceremony to celebrate the cream of the crop in the world of bingo bonus games.
(Wednesday 3rd of March 2010)
Our light-hearted online bingo game could be your ticket to spicing up the PM debates. While Gordon Brown, David Cameron and Nick Clegg drone on about pension deficits, we have devised a little distraction that will keep you on your toes. The PM Online Bingo Game is a 3-player game in which everybody races to complete their bingo cards. But instead of numbers, online bingo fans have to mark off gestures, slogans and soundbites.
(Monday 1st of March 2010)
Online bingo players with a sentimental streak may be pleased to hear that Paddington Bear is back where he belongs. Namely, eating marmalade on our screens. The world's most famous marmalade fan has been snapped up to promote Robertson's Golden Shred after a brief flirtation with Marmite. He's just one of many cartoon characters to become brand mascots. Postman Pat, Popeye and of course our very own Matt Bucky have all proved to be immensely popular figureheads.
(Tuesday 5th of January 2010)
With so much snow on the ground, travel is grinding to a standstill across much of the UK. Roads and railways have been badly affected, making it too dangerous for many bingo players to reach their favourite clubs. But all is not lost. Modern online bingo sites offer an experience that is the equal of any bingo club with bustling chat rooms and thrilling big-money bingo games. Best of all, you don't even have to leave your front room.
(Thursday 17th of December 2009)
Bucky Bingo would like to wish all its members a very merry Christmas. If you haven't even thought about Christmas shopping yet, don't despair because we've got plenty of great ideas up our sleeves. Bucky Bingo mouse mats, keyrings and standees make the perfect gifts for online bingo lovers. And once the presents are open, why not try some online bingo or bonus games? Whatever you're looking for this Christmas, Bucky Bingo has it covered.
(Thursday 10th of December 2009)
Yesterday, chancellor Alistair Darling announced during the pre-budget report that bingo club duty would be lowered from 22 per cent to 20 per cent. It's the latest twist in a turbulent year for the industry - prior to April, gross profit tax stood at just 15 per cent. The Bingo Association, the trade body for bingo clubs in the UK, has welcomed the cuts but warned they still don't go far enough and pledged to keep fighting.
(Sunday 29th of November 2009)
There's plenty of anecdotal evidence to suggest that more and more players are turning to online bingo. Now, an official study from the Gambling Commission has provided some hard facts and figures that will surely be of interest to new bingo converts. According to the public body, an average of 10.6 per cent of adults took part in remote gambling in the previous month in 2009. This is up from 9.7 per cent last year and just 8.8 per cent in 2007.
(Sunday 25th of October 2009)
A new report suggests online bingo is continuing to grow regardless of the recession. The study, published by Ernst & Young, noted that operators are investing heavily in online bingo to improve the playing experience. It's thought that many people are turning to online bingo as it offers a "fun, cost-effective" alternative to traditional hobbies. The report concluded that the bingo industry was on course to emerge stronger as the economic recovery gathers pace.
(Tuesday 29th of September 2009)
Many online bingo players are so focussed on scooping the jackpot that they never pause to consider what they'd actually spend it on. Perhaps you'd take the sensible option and top up your ISA or refurbish your home? Or maybe, like one Leeds-based online bingo fan, you'd book an extravagant three-week holiday to Las Vegas? It's worth remembering you can win some serious amounts of cash at Bucky Bingo. So what would you do with an online bingo jackpot?
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