Who We Are
Ogwen Art & Craft started as a passion project in 2024. We noticed a gap in the market for honest, straightforward reviews of new standalone casinos. Most review sites focus on the big UKGC-licensed casinos, leaving players in the dark about the growing world of offshore and crypto casinos.
Our team has over 20 years of combined gambling industry know-how. We've worked at casinos, played at hundreds of sites and built relationships with operators across the world. This gives us the inside track on which new casinos are worth your time and which ones to avoid.
We're based in North Wales, in the heart of Snowdonia. The name Ogwen comes from the nearby valley and lake - one of the most beautiful spots in the UK. While we spend most of our time testing casinos online, the local landscape keeps us grounded and reminds us there's more to life than spinning reels.
Our Mission
Our goal is simple: help UK players find safe, fair and fun standalone casinos. We believe in honest reviews without the hype. If a casino has problems, we'll tell you. If a bonus looks too good to be true, we'll explain why.
We test every casino we recommend. That means creating accounts, depositing real money, playing games and withdrawing winnings. Only casinos that pass our tests make it onto the site. We update our reviews regularly to make sure the information stays current.
Meet the Team
James Mitchell
Lead Casino Reviewer
James has been reviewing online casinos since 2015. He specialises in bonus analysis and wagering requirement breakdowns. When he's not testing slots, you'll find him hiking the Welsh mountains.
Sarah Roberts
Payments Specialist
Sarah handles all payment testing and crypto reviews. She's been working with digital currencies since 2017 and knows the ins and outs of casino payment processing. She also runs our customer support testing.
David Williams
Content Editor
David makes sure all our reviews are clear, accurate and helpful. He spent five years working for a major gambling publication before joining our team. He keeps everything running smoothly behind the scenes.
Lisa Evans
Live Casino Expert
Lisa is our go-to person for live dealer games. She reviews live casino sections across all platforms and has a particular love for blackjack and roulette. She previously worked as a croupier in Cardiff.
Our Review Process
Every casino on our site goes through a thorough review process before we recommend it. Here's how we work:
First, we check the licence. We verify that the casino holds a valid gambling licence from a recognised authority. We also research the company behind the casino to make sure they have a clean track record.
Next, we create an account and test the signup process. We check how much personal information is required and how long it takes to get started. We also test the KYC process if there is one.
Then we deposit money using different payment methods. We test cards, e-wallets and crypto where available. We note any fees, limits or delays.
After that, we play games and claim bonuses. We test slots from multiple providers, try live casino games and work through bonus wagering requirements. This helps us understand the true value of promotions.
Finally, we withdraw our winnings. This is the most important test. A casino that won't pay out isn't worth recommending, no matter how good the bonuses look. We track withdrawal times and note any issues.
Affiliate Disclosure
We want to be upfront about how we make money. Ogwen Art & Craft earns commission from some of the casinos we recommend. When you click a link on our site and sign up, we may receive a payment from the casino.
This doesn't affect our reviews. We only recommend casinos that pass our testing process, regardless of whether they pay us commission. Our reputation depends on giving honest advice, and we won't risk that for short-term earnings.
If a casino we've recommended changes for the worse - maybe they slow down payouts or change their terms - we update our review and let readers know. We'd rather lose commission than send you somewhere that won't treat you fairly.