Already making waves in the betting world for its excellent sportsbook services, Ladbrokes offers poker players even more reasons to rejoice with a poker room that aims to change the way poker is played online in significant ways. The site allows you to pit your skills against a host of formidable pros on the global poker scene, through numerous online qualifying events.

Software

Ladbrokes allows you to play as simply or as in-depth as you want. If you want to get knee deep into the action quickly, choose the Instant Play version that is available right from your browser. This offers much of the functionality of the site, along with all the features of the lobby. The beauty of this version is that there is no need to download software before you begin playing, and you can get info on new features and promotions as they are released.

Of course more experienced players will probably want to go for the download software, which offers the full Ladbrokes poker experience by way of an easy install. This is the version that you want if you are looking to play for cash or if you want to play with your friends.

Games

Some of the more attractive playing opportunities on offer are the offline events such as the Ladbrokes Poker Cruise. All you have to do in order to gain access to these and other exciting games is to download the Classic Poker applet, which installs onto your computer and serves as your entry point into loads of tournaments, satellites and many more rewarding events.

Of course Texas Hold’em is the favored version on the site, although there are various other options as well. Check out the Omaha tables for instance, or the 5 Card Draw, 5 Card Stud, 7 Card Stud and Razz 7 Card Stud games. Ladbrokes also offers a slew of single-table and multi-table tournaments for those who are looking for a more intense playing experience.

Promotions

Bonuses and various promotional offers are par for the course at Ladbrokes Poker, and you actually win something right after signing up. With a stunning £600 bonus on offer instantly, this welcome bonus is a deal too good to resist. And with a deposit requirement of only £30, the bonus is easy enough for anyone to get hold of.

VIP

Make sure you check out the Player Points offer, which gets you more points the more you play. For every 10,000 Poker Points that you collect every month, you get a chance to join the elite group of the VIP Club, where you are rewarded with access to various events and competitions, as well as a slew of exclusive promotional and special offers.

- reviewed by www.latestpokerbonuses.com, last updated 2011-11-11.