Cheltenham Festival: Get £20 in free bets when you bet £5 at Ladbrokes

What you need to know about this offer

Ladbrokes is offering a fantastic welcome bonus for new customers, giving them the chance to claim £20 in free bets when they place a qualifying £5 bet.

This promotion provides extra value for bettors and can be used across a variety of sports, including football, horse racing, and more. While the offer isn’t specifically for Cheltenham, it can still be used on the Cheltenham Festival weekend, making it an attractive option for horse racing fans.

Below, we break down the key details of this promotion.

Who can claim this offer?

This Ladbrokes welcome bonus is available to new customers only who meet the following criteria:

Must be 18 years or older
Must reside in the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland
Must register a new Ladbrokes account
Must make a minimum first deposit of £5
Must place a qualifying bet of £5 or more

It’s important to note that certain deposit methods are excluded from this promotion. If you fund your account using PayPal, Neteller, Skrill, Paysafe, or prepaid cards, you will not be eligible for the offer.

Make sure to use a debit card or another eligible payment method when making your first deposit.

How does the offer work?

Once you have signed up and made a qualifying deposit, you need to place a £5 bet on any sportsbook market at minimum odds of 1/2 (1.5) or greater. This must be done within 14 days of registering your account.

After your qualifying bet has been settled, you will receive £20 in free bets, distributed as 4 x £5 Free Bets which must be used on four seperate sportsbook markets.

This means that, even though the promotion isn’t exclusive to Cheltenham, Ladbrokes ensures that at least one of your free bets can be used for the festival.

How long is the bonus valid?

The free bets will be credited to your account once your qualifying bet has been settled.

You then have seven days to use them before they expire. If you don’t use the free bets within this period, they will be removed from your account.

Additional details

Your qualifying bet must be placed at odds of 1/2 (1.5) or greater to activate the free bets.
Tote and Pool bets do not count towards the qualifying bet.
Cashed out bets will not qualify for this promotion.
The free bets cannot be withdrawn as cash; they must be used on eligible sportsbook markets.

This Ladbrokes bonus provides an excellent opportunity to place extra bets at no additional cost, making it perfect for those looking to bet on major events such as Cheltenham Festival, Premier League football, or other top sporting fixtures.

Terms and conditions of this bonus

Before claiming the Ladbrokes bonus, it’s essential to understand the key terms and conditions to ensure you meet all the requirements and avoid any issues when using your free bets. Below is a breakdown of the most important rules associated with this offer.

1. Eligibility requirements

This promotion is available to new customers only.
You must be 18 years or older and reside in the UK or the Republic of Ireland.
A minimum first deposit of £5 is required.
Certain payment methods do not qualify (see below for restrictions).

2. Qualifying bet criteria

You must place a £5 bet on any sportsbook market.
The bet must be placed at minimum odds of 1/2 (1.5) or greater.
The bet must be settled within 14 days of account registration.
Cashed out bets do not qualify for this promotion.
Bets placed on Tote or Pool markets are excluded.

3. Free bet details

Once your qualifying bet is settled, you will receive £20 in free bets, divided as follows:
- 4 x £5 free bets for use on selected sportsbook markets.
Free bets will be credited to your account automatically.

4. Bonus expiry and restrictions

Free bets expire within seven days of being credited. If they are not used within this period, they will be removed from your account.
Free bets must be used in full and cannot be split into smaller stakes.
Free bets cannot be withdrawn as cash and must be used on qualifying sportsbook markets.
Winnings from free bets are credited to your account, but the free bet stake is not included in any returns.

5. Payment method restrictions

Deposits made via the following payment methods do not qualify for this promotion:
- PayPal
- Neteller
- Skrill
- Paysafe
- Prepaid cards
To qualify, you must use an eligible payment method such as a debit card.

6. General terms

This offer is limited to one per customer, household, IP address, and payment method.
Ladbrokes reserves the right to withdraw or amend the offer at any time.
If any bonus abuse or fraudulent activity is detected, Ladbrokes has the right to void free bets and potential winnings.

By following these terms and conditions, you can make the most of your Ladbrokes £20 free bet bonus and enjoy betting on Cheltenham Festival, football, and other major sporting events.

Always gamble responsibly and check the full terms on the Ladbrokes website before placing any bets.

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About the author

Dean Etheridge

Dean Etheridge is an experienced freelance sports betting writer who specialises in football, cricket, and darts, with a keen focus on the Premier League and Champions League, as well as in-depth coverage of Premier League Darts and major tournaments. He can turn his hand to all aspects of the beautiful game and beyond, delivering expert analysis across a range of sports. He predominantly covers the Premier League and Champions League but can turn his hand to all aspects of the beautiful game. You can follow Dean on LinkedIn (@deanetheridge)

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