# Open Bookies - Find betting shops across the UK & Ireland > Find betting shops across the UK & Ireland ```yaml url: "https://www.scrolllaunch.com/products/open-bookies" website: "https://openbookies.com" tier: premium-plus · Verified upvotes: 8 launch_week: 2026-W36 launched: "Week 36, 2026" categories: "Other, Entertainment" tags: "betting, bookmakers, opening times" pricing: Free maker: Vince Moran created: 2026-09-03 peak_rank: "#15 (Week 36, 2026)" logo: "https://res.cloudinary.com/dwb211sw5/image/upload/v1788448220/scrolllaunch/products/product_6a998d58f268da03595977f0_1788448220682_7k6v9c.png" cover: "https://res.cloudinary.com/dwb211sw5/image/upload/v1788448118/scrolllaunch/products/prefill_6a998d58f268da03595977f0_1788448118237_cover_1.png" ``` ## About Open Bookies Open Bookies is an independent betting shop finder and directory covering thousands of physical bookmaker locations across the UK and Ireland. Users can search for betting shops by location or bookmaker and access useful information including addresses, opening times, maps, directions, contact details and nearby shops. Open Bookies also provides dedicated town and city directories, bookmaker location pages, opening-times resources and practical guides about betting shops and betting terminology. The platform is designed to solve a simple problem: making reliable information about physical betting shops easier to find in one place. Rather than operating as a bookmaker, Open Bookies helps people discover and locate existing betting shops from established operators across the UK and Ireland. Open Bookies has been built with search, accessibility and mobile usability in mind, with thousands of individual shop pages and location-based resources designed to help users quickly find the information they need. ## Overview ### Who is it for? Bettors in the UK and Ireland seeking shop hours. ### Problem Finding accurate opening times for betting shops can be challenging, especially with varying hours across locations and days. Bettors often need to know which shops are open before heading out. ### Solution Open Bookies provides a comprehensive directory of betting shop opening times, allowing users to search for shops by location and bookmaker. The interactive map shows live status updates, helping bettors plan their visits effectively. ### What makes it unique Unlike other betting platforms, Open Bookies focuses solely on physical betting shop hours and locations, offering a dedicated resource for in-person betting enthusiasts. ## Use cases 1. [Find betting shops](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/use-cases/find-betting-shops) 2. [Check opening times](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/use-cases/check-opening-times) 3. [Locate nearby bookmakers](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/use-cases/locate-nearby-bookmakers) 4. [Explore betting offers](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/use-cases/explore-betting-offers) ## Details ### Pricing model - [Free](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/pricing-models/free) ### Collections - [Free Web Products](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/platforms/web/free) - [React Products for Web](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/tech/react/web) - [TypeScript Products for Web](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/tech/typescript/web) - [Entertainment Products for Web](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/categories/entertainment/web) - [Free React Products](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/tech/react/free) - [Free TypeScript Products](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/tech/typescript/free) - [Free Entertainment Products](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/categories/entertainment/free) ### Platforms - [Web](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/platforms/web) ### Tech stack - [React](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/tech/react) - [TypeScript](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/tech/typescript) - [SSR](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/tech/ssr) ### Tags `#betting` · `#bookmakers` · `#opening times` ### Keywords - [betting shop hours](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/keywords/betting-shop-hours) - [UK bookmakers](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/keywords/uk-bookmakers) - [Ireland betting shops](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/keywords/ireland-betting-shops) ## Open Bookies alternative to - Betting Shop Finder - Bookmaker Directory - Betting Hours Guide ## Frequently asked questions **Q: How many betting shops are listed?** Over 4,500 betting shops across the UK and Ireland. **Q: Can I find opening times for specific bookmakers?** Yes, you can search by bookmaker for their specific opening times. **Q: Is there a mobile app available?** Currently, Open Bookies is available as a web platform only. **Q: How often is the information updated?** Opening times are updated regularly to ensure accuracy. **Q: Are there reviews for the betting shops?** Yes, users can check reviews for various betting shops. **Q: Is there a cost to use Open Bookies?** No, Open Bookies is completely free to use. **Q: Can I get directions to a betting shop?** Yes, the platform provides directions to all listed betting shops. **Q: What if a shop's hours change?** We strive to keep information current, but it's best to check directly with the shop. **Q: Is there support for finding online bookies?** Yes, Open Bookies also includes directories for online bookies. **Q: How do I report incorrect information?** You can contact us through the website to report any inaccuracies. ## Weekly rankings - Week 36, 2026: **#15** of 37 (8 upvotes) ## Media ![Open Bookies logo](https://res.cloudinary.com/dwb211sw5/image/upload/v1788448220/scrolllaunch/products/product_6a998d58f268da03595977f0_1788448220682_7k6v9c.png) ![Open Bookies cover](https://res.cloudinary.com/dwb211sw5/image/upload/v1788448118/scrolllaunch/products/prefill_6a998d58f268da03595977f0_1788448118237_cover_1.png) ![Open Bookies screenshot 1](https://res.cloudinary.com/dwb211sw5/image/upload/v1788448246/scrolllaunch/products/product_6a998d58f268da03595977f0_1788448246566_xubilg.jpg) ![Open Bookies screenshot 2](https://res.cloudinary.com/dwb211sw5/image/upload/v1788448252/scrolllaunch/products/product_6a998d58f268da03595977f0_1788448252810_9llyad.jpg) ![Open Bookies screenshot 3](https://res.cloudinary.com/dwb211sw5/image/upload/v1788448259/scrolllaunch/products/product_6a998d58f268da03595977f0_1788448259082_qq3b4i.jpg) ![Open Bookies screenshot 4](https://res.cloudinary.com/dwb211sw5/image/upload/v1788448265/scrolllaunch/products/product_6a998d58f268da03595977f0_1788448265741_3u96gt.png) ## Links - Website: https://openbookies.com - Twitter / X: https://x.com/OpenBookies - Launch story: https://www.scrolllaunch.com/blog/open-bookies-uk-ireland-betting-shops-directory ## Explore - [More in Other](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/categories/other) - [More in Entertainment](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/categories/entertainment) - [All product launches](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/products) - [Other launches in Week 36, 2026](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/week/2026/36) _HTML version: https://www.scrolllaunch.com/products/open-bookies_