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The Clermont Club

Posted on December 21, 2011 by admin

The Clermont Club, Mayfair, is one of the most elegant gambling establishments in the world, once a favourite retreat for Ian Fleming, the Duke of Devonshire and Lord Lucan. Today, the club operates a strict policy that requires players to … Continue reading →

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Astronomical Odds

Posted on December 7, 2011 by admin

The fad for novelty bets was born when a Mr David Threfall predicted at 1000/1 that a man would walk on the moon by January 1, 1970. David was over the moon with his £10,000 pay out – until he … Continue reading →

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Swim when you’re winning

Posted on December 1, 2011 by admin

Amongst the passengers aboard the Titanic was Mr Piers Mason, a charismatic conman who’d bought passage with the sole intention of relieving the ship’s wealthy patrons of their fortunes. He had a $50,000 stake and no idea how he was … Continue reading →

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SuperCasino Bonus: The Next Best Thing to a Money Tree?

Posted on November 28, 2011 by admin

There are times when we all wish that we had that elusive money tree growing in the back garden – yet there are ways to boost your cash supplies with no wishing or watering involved. SuperCasino offers a first deposit … Continue reading →

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Stake Sandwich

Posted on November 22, 2011 by admin

During a 24 hour stint at the gaming tables of The Shakespeare’s Head in 1762, The Earl of Sandwich finally succumbed to hunger pangs but, unwilling to leave the table, asked staff for “a piece of meat between two bits … Continue reading →

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