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Discover the latest free bets and sign up offers from our UK bookmaker betting partners. All you need to do to claim is click on your chosen free bet, where you will be redirected to the bookmaker's site, and then open an account with that bookie. If it's a match-specific or event-specific offer you'd prefer, for all money-back bonuses and enhanced specials, go to our special offers page, while casino offers are listed at casino bonuses. For free bets without the need to deposit head to our free bet no deposit page. You can view our full advertising disclosure here. 18+ Begambleaware.org.

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New customers only. 7 days to place qualifying bet of £10 at 1/1 (2.0) to receive 4 x £10 Free Bets. 7 day expiry. Exclusions apply. Stake not returned. 18+. T&Cs apply.

New customers only. Register with BETFRED50. Deposit £10+ via Debit Card and place first bet £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on Sports within 7 days to get 3 x £10 in Sports Free Bets & 2 x £10 in Acca Free Bets within 10 hours of settlement. 7-day expiry. Eligibility & payment exclusions apply. Full T&Cs apply.

18+ Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of qualifying bets. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Time limits and T&Cs apply. Registration Required.  Begambleaware.org

18+. New customers only. Min. £10 deposit. 3x bonus WR. Bonus expires in 30 days. Payment, withdrawal, player, time restrictions apply. Terms Apply. Play responsibly. BeGambleAware.org

Join and place a £10 fixed odds bet at odds of 1/2 or greater. Qualifying bet cannot be placed in-play or cashed out early. Once the bet is settled, get a £10 free fixed odds bet plus a £5 free Total Goals football spread bet and a £5 racing Winning Favourites spread bet. The second £10 free fixed odds bet, £5 free Total Goals football spread bet, and £5 racing Winning Favourites spread bet will be credited 24 hours later. Free bet stakes not included in any winnings from the free fixed odds bets. T&Cs apply

18+. Play Safe. New players only, using promo code T60. Valid from 13/04/2022. Online play. Get £60 Bonus split between Vegas & Sports in the following manner – (i) Deposit £10 to unlock £20 Vegas Free Bet on Selected Games (72hr expiry, wagering reqs apply); then (ii) bet £10+ (odds 1/2+) with cash (excl. £10 deposit) or Vegas winnings (after wager reqs met). Once settled, receive £40 Sports Free Bets excluding Virtual Markets (4x £10, 7 days expiry). Payment methods & country restrictions apply. Full T&Cs apply. #ad

Promotion available on desktop and web only and is not offered via the kwiff apps.New selected customers & 18+ only. Min. deposit of £10. Full T&Cs apply. Qualifying bet of £10 at min. odds 2.0 within 5 days of registration, E/W excluded. Get 3x Free Bets at min odds 2.0 each. 1x£10 Football, 1x£10 Racing, 1x£10 Acca (Min 4 selections). 7-day expiry

New bettors; Code SPORT; Wager deposit & bonus 8x; Max qualifying bet stake=initial bonus; Valid 60 days; Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply; T&C apply; 18+

New customer offer. Place a max £1 bet on the Match odds market on Arsenal to beat Man Utd, Wednesday, December 4th. Winnings paid in cash at normal odds and are topped up to the enhanced price in Free Bets. Free bets are valid 7 days, only deposits with cards & Apple Pay are eligible. Excludes multiples & in-play bets. T&C's apply. Please gamble responsibly.

18+ Sign up bonus code: EB20. Place 2 separate bets on at least 2 different events to qualify at odds of 2.0 or more. An event is classed as 2 different sporting events (2 separate races/two separate matches). Bets can be placed on singles, multiples and Bet Builders. . Free bets will expire in 7 days. 1 x £5 Free Bet on football markets, 1 x £5 Free Bet on horse racing, 1 x £5 Free Bet on the US Presidential Election, 1 x £5 Free Bet on Multiples. Full T&Cs apply.

If your account has Sportsbook losses at the end of your first day's betting, QuinnBet will refund 50% of your losses as a Free Bet up to £35 (min 3 bets) Plus 10 Free online casino spins at QuinnCasino. Even if your account is up, you're guaranteed a £5 Free Bet Plus 10 Free Spins provided you place at least 1 bet of £10 or greater at the minimum odds. T&Cs apply | 18+ New UK Customers Only | GambleAware.org | Gamble Responsibly

This offer is valid to new sports customers only. Customers are entitled to one sport welcome offer only.In order to qualify for this promotion you must make a minimum deposit of £10 via this promotion page to unlock and claim the offer. Only deposits via debit cards will qualify.The minimum stake to qualify for your free bet is £10 with minimum odds of 1/1 (2.0).

Place a min £10 bet on Sportsbook on odds of min EVS (2.0), get £50 in Free Bet Builders, Accumulators or multiples to use on any sport. Rewards valid for 30 days. Only deposits via cards or Apple Pay will qualify. T&Cs apply. Please Gamble Responsibly.

New Players Only. Free bet - one-time stake of £30, min odds 1.5, stake not returned. 1X wager for Sports and 50X for Free Spins on the winnings. Wager from real balance first. Wager calculated on bonus bets only. Max conversion: £200 for Free Bet and £20 for Free Spins. Valid for 7 Days from receipt. Limited to 1 sport & 5 casino brand/s within the network. Withdrawal requests void all active/pending bonuses. Excluded Skrill and Neteller deposits. Full Terms apply.

18+. BeGambleAware.org. New GB customers only. Min £10 debit card deposit. Place a £10+ bet on sportsbook at min odds 1/1 (2.0) each leg. Receive 2 x £10 free bets within 24 hours of bet settlement, and further 2 x £10 casino bonus the next day.T&C’s apply

18+ | UK New Players Only | Opt-in Required | Min £20 qualifying bets, stake not returned | Free bet – one-time stake of £50, min odds 1.7, stake not returned | Bonus Code: FBSBET | 1X wager the winnings | Wager from real balance first | Wager calculated on bonus bets only | Max conversion: £200 | Valid for 7 Days from issue | Excluded Skrill & Neteller deposits | Withdrawal requests voids all active/pending bonuses | Full Terms apply

Full T&Cs apply. New UK customers only. The qualifying bet should be either a Single or Acca (2+ selections) bet, start at £10, have 1.9 or greater odds and must be settled within 7 days of sign-up. 5 Free bets which must be placed with a min odds of 2 include: 1 x £10 Free bet on any Pre-match Football game (single); 1 x £10 Free Bet for Horse Racing (single); 1 x £10 Free Bet for Acca (min 2 selections) Bet on any sport; 1 x £10 Free Bet for Acca (min 3 selections) Bet on any sport; 1 x £10 Free Bet for Acca (min 4 selections) Bet on any sport. Max payout – £500. 7 day expiry. To unlock the offer, complete the first deposit via the banking app (Open banking). 18+. BeGambleAware.com

New customers Only. New customer must place and settle £50 in bets on Matchbook markets only. The user must bet on at least 4 different events to qualify. The user must place and settle bets at odds of 2.0 or more. Bets can be placed on singles, multiples and Bet Builders. The user must place and settle bets before the closing date of the promotion to qualify. . T's and C's Apply. Be Gamble Aware. 18+

New customers online only. £/€10 min stake on racing pools only (if EW then min £/€10 Win + £/€10 Place). Receive £/€20 Tote Credit, £/€10 Free Bet and 20 Free Spins on Big Bass Bonanza within 48 hours of qualifying bet settlement. Qualifying bet is the first racing pool bet added to the bet slip 7-day expiry. 18+. Full T&Cs apply. Gambleaware.org.

New cust only. Deposit & Place a Bet within 7 days, and settle a £10 minimum bet at odds of 4/5 (1.8) or greater, to be credited with 3x £10 Free Bets: 1 x £10 Horse Racing, 1 x £10 Free Bet Builder and 1 x £10 Football. 7 day expiry. Stake not returned. T&Cs Apply. Acca Club: T&Cs Apply. Promo runs Mon 09:00 to Sun 23:59. Opt-in required. 50% profit boost on 7+ Acca selections. Max stake £20. Max winnings £1,000. Up to 5 boosts per customer per week. Exclusions apply.18+ BeGambleAware.org.

18+ New customers only. Opt in and bet £10 on Horse Racing (odds 2/1+) within 3 days of registration. No cash out. Get 2x£10 and 1x£5 Free Bets for Horse racing set markets and a £5 Slot Bonus for Big Bass Day at the Races, 30x wagering to redeem max £125. Bonuses expire in 14 days. Click for T&Cs. GambleAware.org. Please gamble responsibly

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18+ New customers only. Opt in & bet £10+ via mobile on any sports at 2.00+ odds within 7 days. No Cash out. Get 4x £5 Free Bets on selected markets. Free bets expire in 7 days. Card payments & Apple Pay only. T&Cs apply. GambleAware.org | Please gamble responsibly

Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of qualifying bets. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Time limits and T&Cs apply. 18+ Gambleaware.org

New Customer offer - Use promo code YSKAST. Place a min £5 bet on the sportsbook at odds of min EVS (2.0) and get £30 in free bets. Free bet rewards valid for 30 days. Only deposits via Debit Cards & Apple Pay will qualify for this offer. T&Cs apply. Please Gamble Responsibly

New Players Only. Free bet - one-time stake of €10, min odds 1.5, stake not returned. 1X wager the winnings. Wager from real balance first. Wager calculated on bonus bets only. Max conversion: €200. Valid for 7 Days from receipt. Withdrawal requests void all active/pending bonuses. Full Terms apply

New 18+ New Customers only. Deposit and bet on any sports with min odds of 2.0. Get 50% Back of your first days' losses as a Free bet up to £50+£20 Casino Bonus. T&C's apply.

New Players Only. Free bet - one-time stake of £30, min odds 1.5, stake not returned. 1X wager the winnings. Wager from real balance first. Wager calculated on bonus bets only. Max conversion: £200. Valid for 7 Days from receipt. Limited to 1 sport & 5 casino brand/s within the network. Withdrawal requests void all active/pending bonuses. Excluded Skrill and Neteller deposits. Full Terms Apply.

T&Cs: Place a win or each way single bet in any UK or Irish Horserace and if your selection finishes second beaten by the official distance of a nose, second beaten by a 50/1 or bigger or if your horse falls at the last fence or hurdle when leading, we will refund the win part of your losing stake as a free bet. Minimum stake to qualify for this offer is £10 win or £10ew. Excludes multiple bets such as lucky 15s etc. Does not apply to ante post markets. Applies to cash stakes only and win part of stake. BetGoodwin Terms and Conditions apply.

New UK customers. Min £10 first deposit. Place a bet of £10 at min odds of 2.0 and get £40 in Free Bets within 48 hours. Full T&C's apply. 18+. BeGambleAware.org.

18+. New customers only. Place a minimum £40 bet on any selection with minimum odds of Evens (2.00) and receive a £20 free bet upon bet settlement. Free bet expires after 7 days. BeGambleAware.org. T&Cs apply.

18+. New Customers Only. Max one £10 Free Bet. Qualifying bets at Odds of 1/1(2.00) or greater. Paid as Bonus Token with Min 4/5(180) Odds Req. Skrill, Neteller & Paypal not eligible.BeGambleAware.org. T&Cs apply.

New Players Only. Minimum stake £ 30, minimum odds 1.5, stake not returned. 1X wagering the winnings from the free bet. Wagering occurs from real balance first. Wagering requirement is calculated on bonus bets only, wagering starts from real funds. Free bet is valid for 7 Days from issue. Max conversion: £200. Withdrawal requests void all active/pending bonuses. Limited to 1 sport & 5 casino brand/s within the network. Withdrawal requests void all active/pending bonuses. Excluded Skrill and Neteller deposits.Full Terms apply. 18+, #AD, BegambleAware, PlayResponsible

*New members only. £10+ bet on sportsbook (ex. virtuals) at 1.5 min odds, settled within 14 days. Free Bets: accept in 7 days, valid 7 days on sportsbook only. 2x£5 Free Bets for Bet Builder only. Stake not returned. T&Cs + deposit exclusions apply. Bet Responsibly. GambleAware.org 18+

*New members. £10 min deposit & bet on sportsbook, placed & settled at 1.5 min odds within 14 days of sign-up. Win part of E/W bets. 2 non-withdrawable £10 Free Bet Tokens: accept in 7 days, valid for 7 days from acceptance (ex. E/Ws & Multiples), stakes not returned. Click here for Rules & Exclusions. Bet Responsibly. BeGambleAware.org 18+T&CS apply

New UK customers (Excluding NI) only. £40 in FREE Bets (FB) as £30 in sports bets & a £10 casino bonus (CB). Min Deposit £10. Min stake £10. Min odds Evs. FB applied on 1st settlement of any qualifying bet. FB 7-day expiry. 1 FB offer per customer, household & IP address only. Account & Payment restrictions. 14 days to accept £10 CB, then active for 3 days. CB 5x wagering & max redeemable £100. Game restrictions apply. Cashed out/Free Bets won’t apply. 30 days to qualify. 18+. T&Cs apply.

18+ New UK customers. Bet £10 on accas with 4+ legs, min odds 3/1 (4.0). Get 4x £5 Free Bets and 50 Free Spins, valid for 7 days on selected bets and games only. T&Cs apply. BeGambleAware.org

New Players Only. Free bet - one-time stake of £30, min odds 1.5, stake not returned. 1X wager the winnings. Wager from real balance first. Wager calculated on bonus bets only. Max conversion: £200. Valid for 7 Days from receipt or from free spins: £20. Limited to 1 sport & 5 casino brand/s within the network. Withdrawal requests void all active/pending bonuses. Excluded Skrill and Neteller deposits. Full Terms Apply.

18+ New customers only. Opt in and bet min £5 (max £40) on Sports (odds 1/1+) within 3 days of registration. No cash out. Get your initial stake in Sports Free Bets, which expire in 7 days. Click for T&Cs. GambleAware.org. Please gamble responsibly

18+ New customers only. Opt in, bet £10  at odds 2.00+ within 10 days, no cashout. Get 6x £5 Free Bets, set events at odds 2.00+. 7 day bonus expiry. T&Cs apply. gambleaware.org | Please Gamble Responsibly.

Significant Terms: 18+ | New Customer Only – Promo Code: NEWWELCOME100 required | 50% back on net LOSSES over your first 3 calendar days | requires min 3 x£10 qualifying bets in same 3 days| Min return £1 free bet | T&Cs apply | Available until 22/08/24 at 23:59 | UK residents using debit card | Please gamble responsibly.

18+ New UK+IRE Customers only. Certain deposit methods & bet types excl. Min first £5 bet within 14 days of account reg at min odds 1/2 to get 4x £5 free bets. Free bets available to use on selected sportsbook markets only. Free bets valid for 7 days, stake not returned. Restrictions + T&Cs apply.

#ad. 18+. Gamble Responsibly. Begambleaware.org. New customers only. £10 in real money. Bets placed on sports at odds of 2.00 or more to qualify. Bets must be placed within 24 hours of registration. £10 free bets must be wagered on sports. Cashback is cash without restrictions. 18+. - Full Terms Apply

Applies to new UK/IRE customers who sign up with promo code AKACCA100. Place your first bet as a multiple (minimum 3 selections) and AK Bets will boost the profit gained on that initial bet by 25% in the form of a Free Bet up to a value of £100. 18+ | GambleAware.org

Bet £10 on any Bet Builder Min Odds 3/1 (4.00). Min 3 Selections. Free Bets will be split into 2 x £10 Free Bets to be used on any Bet Builder.

18+. New customers only. Min. deposit £10. Qualifying odds 2.00 or higher. Singles and Straight accumulators eligible to qualify. Max number of free bet tokens:1. Credited within 24 hours, valid for 14 days. Min. Odds Free bet token: 4/5(1.80). begambleaware.org and T&Cs apply.

18+. Play Safe. New online 888sport customers in the UK and Ireland, excluding re-registered customers. Valid from 15/01/2024. Min Deposit £/€10 with code 30FXS. Qualifying bet: 'real money' stake of £/€10+, odds 1/2 (1.5)+. Free bet, consists of 3x £/€10 tokens: 1x £/€10 horseracing, 1x £/€10 football, 1x £/€10 in-play, which will be credited upon qualifying bet settlement and must be used entirely before expiration in 7 days. No cashing out, each way bets, permutations, or combining with 'real money' stakes. Payment restrictions apply. T&Cs apply. #ad

New Players Only. Min £ 20 qualifying bets stake not returned. Free bet - one-time stake of £ 40, min odds 1.5, stake not returned. 1X wager the winnings. Wager from real balance first. Wager calculated on bonus bets only. Excluded Skrill and Neteller deposits. Full Terms apply.

18+ New UK+IRE Customers. Certain deposit methods & bet types excl. Min first £5 bet within 14 days of account reg at min odds 1/2 to get 1x £20 free bet. Free bet available to use on selected sportsbook markets only. Free bets valid for 7 days, stake not returned. Restrictions + T&Cs apply

New UK based customers only. You must opt in (on registration form) & deposit £20+ to qualify. Offer valid 7 days from registration. Debit card deposits only (exclusions apply). Welcome bonus: 100% match up to £100 on 1st deposit. 50x wagering applies (as do weighting requirements). Free Spins: Awarded on Jackpot City Gold once you have staked £20 on any Game Global game. Spin value = 10p. No wagerubg requirements in free spin winnings. Full terms (JackpotCity Online Casino - Bonus Terms

New customers only who access FanTeam through a tracked link. Must be 18 or older. Bet Credits are non-withdrawable, and stakes are not included in returns. Returns from Bet Credits will be added to your withdrawal balance. Minimum deposit for the Welcome Bonus is £/€10. One offer per person. If we suspect multiple claims by the same person or group, we may withdraw the offer and void any bets funded by the bonus. We may make minor changes to this promotion or cancel it for legal or regulatory reasons.Free bets are valid for 30 days. Offer available from 00:00 BST 26/07/2023 to 23:59 BST 31/12/2024.If the offer is withdrawn, it won't affect qualifying bets placed during the promotional period.

Sig Terms - New reg only. Claim by placing a min deposit £10 via ‘My Offers’ page within 30 days. 7 days to stake max £10 in-play, min odds 1/1 (2.0). Max. extra winnings £100. Once claimed, 30-day expiry. Cashed out, System & EW bets do not qualify. Other Promotional Play Restrictions Apply. Full T&Cs apply. 18+.

Only available to new, verified customers residing in the UK. Join VBET and place a first ever bet of at least £10 (multi-bets only; min. 3 legs). Get 2x£10 in free multi-bets (min. 3 legs per £10 bet; no odds restrictions). Payment method restrictions apply. T&Cs apply.

New UK customers only. Min Stake: £5. Maximum Free Bet: £30. First bet on a Football or Horse Racing multiple with 3+ selections. Overall odds: 3.00 (2/1) or higher. Free Bets available upon settlement of the qualifying bet. 100 Free Spins on Gold Blitz (£0.10 per spin) credited on settlement of qualifying Acca bet. No wagering requirements on free spin winnings. Debit Card deposit only (exclusions apply). This offer is valid 7 days from the new account being registered. 18+ BeGambleAware.org. Bet the Responsible Way. Full terms apply. T&Cs apply

*New UK/IE customers only. Sign up and place your first sports bet at odds of Evens (2.0) or greater and if it loses, get a free bet equivalent to 50% of your first bet stake (min £10), to a maximum value of £25, plus 25 free spins on Gold Horsey Winner. Full T&Cs apply. 18+ | BeGambleAware.org

Make a £10+ deposit using Visa/Mastercard. Stake £10+ on your first bet at odds of 1.5 (1/2) or greater. If this qualifying bet is settled as a loss, you'll receive a £10 free bet.Free bet will only be valid on a 3+ leg multiple with minimum cumulative odds of 3.0 (2/1). Minimum odds of 1.4 (2/5) per leg are also required. Please gamble responsibly.T&Cs apply

18+ New customers only. Min stake £2. Min legs 3. Max win £1,000. Min odds 3.0. Max £25 back as a Free Bet on losing bets only. 7 days to use free bet at odds 2.0+. Full T and Cs apply. Play responsibly BeGambleAware.org T&Cs apply

18+, New customers only. Opt in, bet £10 on any sports (odds 2.00+) in 7 days. No cash out. Get 4x£5 sports free bets for set markets (odds 2.00+), which expire in 7 days. Offer is valid from 10:00 UK time on 16/01/2023. T&Cs Apply. GambleAware.org | Please Gamble Responsibly

New Members Only. Place your first sports bet for £50+ and get £25 in Free Bets on settlement, plus 10 Free Spins. BeGambleAware.org. 18+.

18+| New customers only | IRELAND only | No deposit required | Promo code: FREEBET70 | Max €70 free bet | Valid Until 31.12.24 | No rollover requirements apply to free bet winnings

New Players Only. Free bet - one-time stake of £20, min odds 1.5, stake not returned. 1X wager the winnings. Wager from real balance first. Wager calculated on bonus bets only. Max conversion: £200. Valid for 7 Days from receipt. Limited to 1 sport & 5 casino brand/s within the network. Withdrawal requests void all active/pending bonuses. Excluded Skrill and Neteller deposits. Full Terms apply.

Max. Free Bet Token amount: £10. Minimum Deposit: £10. Minimum wagering on Sport to activate the Free Bet Token: £15. Void/canceled or Cashed Out bets do not count towards wagering to activate the Free Bet Token. Customers who deposit using PayPal, Neteller, Paysafe, Skrill or Skrill 1-Tap will not be eligible for any Free Bet Token offer.

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New Players Only. Free bet - one-time stake of £30, min odds 1.5, stake not returned. 1X wager the winnings. Wager from real balance first. Wager calculated on bonus bets only. Max conversion: £200. Valid for 7 Days from receipt. Limited to 1 sport & 5 casino brand/s within the network. Withdrawal requests void all active/pending bonuses. Excluded Skrill and Neteller deposits. Full Terms Apply18+ , #ad, begambleaware

New Players Only. Free bet - one-time stake of £30, min odds 1.5, stake not returned. 1X wager the winnings. Wager from real balance first. Wager calculated on bonus bets only. Max conversion: £200. Valid for 7 Days from receipt. Limited to 1 sport & 5 casino brand/s within the network. Withdrawal requests void all active/pending bonuses. Excluded Skrill and Neteller deposits. Full Terms Apply.

What is a free bet?

Betting on sports is a pastime enjoyed by many, ranging from casual sports fans and bettors to professional punters, but one thing they all have in common; they love claiming the very best free bet offers. We define a free bet or a welcome offer as a sign-up bonus a bookmaker gives away to attract new potential users and this page lists the strongest available with the most reputable bookies. The free bet can be redeemed as a percentage of the first amount invested or as a fixed amount that it is added to the first deposit. Often the welcome bonus or free bet will be in the form of a Bet £X and Get £X promotion or format.

In the following paragraphs, we will explain everything you need to know to make the most of the best free bet offers. Read the terms and conditions of each free bet offer and of each UK bookmaker as each of them are very different. For example, some bookmakers might require you to place a minimum deposit once you open an account to claim the free bet or sign up offer. The following page has some live examples of free bet offers with no deposit.

Different types of free bets:

  1. Betting amount matched
  2. Free betting credits
  3. No deposit needed
  4. Fixed amount is added to your first deposit
  5. Fixed amount is added to your free bet

Some welcome offers might be only available for certain odds or sports, but generally you will be able to use bookie offers on football, golf, horse racing, tennis, and most major sports. Here, you can check out the best bookie special offers organised by sports and type of customer.

How to choose your free bet

All bookmakers have their own terms and conditions that you must read carefully. However, the main rule to be eligible for a free bet sign-up offer is being a new customer of the specific bookmaker. The process is very simple. Check all the deals listed above, and what the bookie is offering you, and select the best option.

Click via desktop, tablet, or mobile on any of the proposed offers and you will be redirected to the bookmaker's site to create a new account. You must follow the bookmaker's sign-up procedure, including providing information to verify your age and identity, to create an account. Usually, you do not need to use the whole credit balance in your first bet and you can distribute as you wish. You can check your remaining account balance in your bookmaker’s account dashboard.

How do free bets work?

There are many bookmakers in the sports sector for customers to bet on their favourite teams, players, racehorses, etc. Everyone has heard of William Hill, Betfair, and Paddy Power, but there are many other bookies out there with great offers and odds that you might like to check out.

There are some basic conditions you need to know:

  1. A free bet might have an expiration date from when it drops into your account.
  2. In order to qualify for the promotion, users may need to make a minimum deposit or a minimum stake as their first bet on a single or each-way.
  3. A promotion can apply to the first bet or could be applicable to future betting actions.
  4. Small stakes might not qualify for free bets, each bookie will have their own requirements.
  5. Customers may only claim an offer once.
  6. Generally, credits from free bets cannot be withdrawn from a platform in cash or by a bank transfer, unless the offer terms specifically state that the winnings will be paid in cash.
  7. All bookmakers have their own terms and conditions that you must read carefully.

What should you look for when choosing free bets?

A Free bet gives customers the chance to try out a new bookie platform. It is very important to read the terms and conditions of the offer before you sign-up and check the following points:

  1. Is there any minimum deposit?
  2. How much do you need to bet?
  3. Which bet is actually benefited from the offer?
  4. Do all the odds qualify for the free bet?
  5. Is the offer only available for sports or events?
  6. Does there need to be a specific number of outcomes?
  7. Does the free bet have an expiry date?
  8. When is the free bet available and how can you check it on your account?
  9. Do you need to bet a minimum number of times before withdrawing the bonus credit?

Thousands of people in the UK enjoy gambling every day, taking advantage of the many free bets and no deposit promotions. We need to make sure that all promotions are fair, transparent, and always in compliance with consumer laws in the United Kingdom.

All the offers are committed to follow the Competition and Markets Authority guidelines. All the bookmakers listed above are UK licensed and follow the standards developed by GamCare, the leading provider of information, advice, and support for betting players. You can also check the charity Gamble Aware to get independent gambling information.

List of UK bookies offering free bets

There is a large number of bookmakers that offer a free bet online, for example:

  1. William Hill
  2. BetMGM
  3. bet365
  4. Betfred
  5. Betfair
  6. BetVictor
  7. Coral
  8. Ladbrokes
  9. 888sport
  10. William Hill
  11. Paddy Power
  12. Sky Bet
  13. BetMGM
  14. BetUK
  15. Midnite
  16. CopyBet

All the bookies listed on Oddschecker are UK licensed and follow security and regulation guidelines from the Gambling Commission, an institution that was set under the Gambling Act 2005 to regulate commercial gambling in Great Britain. Oddschecker provides free and independent information for players.

All of the bookmakers listed on our free bets page have been independently and individually verified by our team of sports betting experts.

We have tested each and every one of their sign-up offers, deposit journeys, and bet placement as well as continually optimising the most valuable free bets in the market. So you can rest assured that you will be signing up to only the most trusted UK operators.

Most Claimed Free Bet Promotions For December 2024

There will be some free bet promotions that are more popular than others, and we at oddschecker dedicate a lot of our time to bringing you the best and most popular betting offers from as many UK bookies as possible.

Below is a table consisting of the top five most claimed free bet promotions of the month. You can click the link to claim any of the offers below:

Bookmaker

Free Bet Offer

Promo Code

Link

William Hill

Bet £10 Get £60 in Bonuses

T60

CLICK HERE

bet365

Bet £10 Get £50 in Free Bets

ODDSCHECK

CLICK HERE

Betfred

Bet £10 Get £50 in Free Bets

BETFRED50

CLICK HERE

Paddy Power

Bet £5 Get £30 in Free Bets

YSKAST

CLICK HERE

Sky Bet

Get £40 in Free Bets When You Place Any Bet

N/A

CLICK HERE

New Bookmaker Free Bet Offers in December

Fafabet: Fafabet have improved their new customer offer for December, and rolled out a completely free bet promotion exclusive to Oddschecker. Fafabet are offering new customers £20 in free bets plus an extra £10 casino bonus when they join in December and bet £20.

Betrino: Betrino are a relatively new bookmaker to the UK market, and they've entered with an eye-opening new customer promotion. New customers can claim £50 in free bets when they bet £25.

This week's best enhanced Free Bet Promotions

We will keep you up to date on all the best promotions for the biggest events this week.

What are betting bonuses?

Betting bonuses are a fixed amount that is added to your first deposit. In other words, the bookmaker allows you to place more money for your first bet without risking all of your own money. It is up to you to use the credit balance in accordance with the terms of the bookmaker in question.

For example, if you receive a £75 bonus, you may be able to use it to bet on one single stake or divide it into smaller wagers. In the case of free bets, the bookies generally credit a free token or number of tokens that are equivalent to the total bonus amount on settlement of your qualifying bet.

There are often limitations on which sports and markets tokens can be redeemed on. For example, tokens often cannot be redeemed in multiple betting markets and may not be permitted to be divided into separate stakes.

This means as a punter, your betting choices may be limited when you are using free bet tokens. Some bookies might also set a rule regarding the minimum number of bets you need to make in order to be able to make withdrawals. Sometimes you need to place bets equal to or greater than the welcome bonus.

List of example bookie offers:

UK Bookmaker

Promo Code

Betting Offer

CopyBet

Click link above to qualify

Bet £10 Get £50 in free bets

BetUK

Click link above to qualify

Bet £10 Get £30 in Free Bets

Betfred

Click link above to qualify

Bet £10 Get £50 in bonuses

BetMGM

Click link above to qualify

Bet £10, Get £40 in free bets

Bet365

Click link above to qualify

Bet £10, Get £50 in free bets

In this table, you can see an example of welcome offers you can find across bookmakers in the UK. Each bookmaker has their own terms and conditions that apply to their offers, which you must read carefully. On both desktop and mobile, you can redeem the promotional deal by clicking on the link shown which will take you to the provider’s website.

Bet £10, Get £30 in Free Bets

Bet £10, Get £30 in free bets are common offers offered by bookmakers to new customers. As it stands, as of 2024, BetUK and Sportsbroker are two operators that offer a Bet £10, Get £30 welcome bonus. To find out more information with a comprehensive list of Bet £10, Get £30 promos, check out our guide here.

Bet £10, Get £40 in Free Bets

One of the most popular promotions with punters is the Bet £10, Get £40 free bet offer. Most bettors view this type of offer as the one that offers the most value. We have put together a definitive list of the very best Bet £10, Get £40 offers around right here.

Bet £10, Get £50 in Free Bets

You will be delighted to know that you can also unlock £50 in free bets in some instances, just for signing up and betting your first £10. Currently (December 2024) CopyBet, Betfred, and bet365 are running such a bet £10, get £50 free bet offer.

What are the best free bets for existing customers?

The best free bets are usually reserved for new customers only and are available for people registering with a bookmaker for the first time. However, there are plenty of promotions for existing customers, with bookies looking to increase retention and reward loyalty. Many of the biggest bookmakers in the UK have loyalty programs, betting clubs, or promo deals for existing players.

These types of offers are normally available to use during a specific time period or every time you deposit a minimum amount. For example, some bookmakers offer you free bets if you place your bets on the recommended accumulator or if there is a big betting event coming up, like the Champions League final. Interestingly, 40% of UK bets are lower than £2 according to this study from the Gambling Commission.

Bookmakers like Sky Bet though also offer free bets, by playing their free games.

Sky Bet has a game called Match 5, where you reveal 5 teams throughout the week, and get rewarded for each win. These are the Free Bets up for grabs every single week. 2 Wins - 50p, 3 Wins £1, 4 Wins £5 5 Wins - £20

Other Existing User Promotions

Type of Offer

Example

Enhancements

Betfred - Double Delight and Hat-Trick Heaven

Price Boosts

William Hill - Epic Value

Early Payout

Bet365 - 2 Goals Ahead Early Payout Offer

Bet Builders

Unibet - Get a Bet Builder Boost Every Day

Best Odds Guaranteed

Bookmaker

Best odds guaranteed

bet365

Yes

Betfred

Yes

Sky Bet

Yes (excluding extra places & money back as cash races)

BoyleSports

Yes

Tote

N/A

Paddy Power

Yes (excluding Power Price selections and other promotions)

888sport

Yes

10bet

Yes

BetVictor

Yes

Parimatch

Yes

SBK

No

Ladbrokes

Yes

Betway

Yes

Mr.Play

No

Unibet

Yes

Kwiff

No

SpreadEx

No

Betfair

No

William Hill

Yes

LiveScore Bet

Yes

Coral

Yes

Grosvenor

Yes

BetUK

Yes

QuinnBet

Yes

Sporting Index

No

Vbet

Yes

Virgin Bet

Yes

Smarkets

No

Matchbook

No

Betfair Exchange

No

Free bet calculator

You can calculate the potential earnings from any type of bet or check the results of bets that have already been placed with our bet calculator. You just need to fill out the following information:

  1. Your stake used on the bet.
  2. Bet type (fractional or decimal).
  3. Indicate if there are any specific terms, for example, a complex bet like a lucky 15.

Can you withdraw your free bets?

The simple answer is no. Once you have qualified for your free bets, you cannot withdraw them as cash directly, you'll need to wager them on the sport of your choice. If the bet then wins, you may be able to withdraw the winnings, but please check the terms and conditions of your bookmaker.

What to use your free bets on in December 2024

  • Horse Racing: The Betfair Tingle Creek Christmas Festival (Sandown), Ladbrokes Christmas Festival (Kempton Park), Coral Welsh Grand National (Chepstow).
  • Football: Premier League, Champions League
  • Golf: PGA Tour, DP World Tour events

What sporting events can I use free bets on this week?

Sport

Event

Link

Horse racing

Daily meetings, including The Betfair Tingle Creek Christmas Festival (Friday 6th - Saturday 7th December)

BEST ODDS

Football

Premier League, Champions League, Europa League

BEST ODDS

Golf

Grant Thorton International

BEST ODDS

Our other free bets and casino pages

Promo Codes and Welcome Bonuses

Bet365 bonus code

Unibet sign up offer

Livescore bet bonus code

Sky bet sign up offer

CopyBet promo code

Paddy Power sign up offer

Betfair welcome Offer

The Online Casino Sports promo code

Vbet sign up offer

Betuk sign up offer

Betfred sign up offer

Sporting Index sign up offer

Boylesports welcome offer

Virgin Bet bonus code

Coral sign up offer

William Hill promo code

Grosvenor Sports sign up offer

888 Sport sign up offer

BetVictor Sign Up Offer

Ladbrokes sign up offer

BetMGM sign up offer

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