In a statement, Mecca Bingosaid: Were very sad to confirm that Mecca Sittingbourne will be closing, and we want to say a huge thank you to every single one of our incredible customers for their loyalty and support for the last 48 years. Over 18's only, wagering requirements may apply. A once-popular bingo hall near Wolverhampton is facing demolition under new plans submitted to council bosses. With such a long list of Mecca Bingo halls you will be sure to find a place where you can enjoy your bingo on a regular basis. Mecca Bingo confirmed this week that they have been in talks with staff in relation to redundancies, but they are not prepared to make an announcement until all discussions and options had been put on the table. Its safe to say the devastating news has not gone down well with anyone, especially the loyal customers who have since been told by the owners (The Rank Group), that they are welcome to go play at the Mecca Bingo venue in Huddersfield, which is almost a half-hour car ride away! Locals have voiced their disgust at the possible closure on Facebook with more than 700 commentors saying they would miss Mecca Bingo if they were to stop operating in the town. Licensed and regulated by The Gambling Commission under licence 2396 for customers playing in our land-based bingo clubs. We bring you the very latest UK bingo news as well as all the important bingo reviews, information and behind-the-scenes talk that matters. They are not the only club to do so, in recent months Mecca Bingo has announced a few of its clubs will close for good shortly, including those in Hull, Halifax, Bridgewater, Somerset and Gloucester. As we saw with the closure of the Empire Bingo Hall in Blackpool at the end of last month, the Government social distancing restrictions are going to put a lot of strain on many halls, in particular, the older venues like the Empire, where due to its age, it was just not feasible to open with such a limited and restricted capacity. Are Mecca Bingo Clubs Closing? - BingoCardTemplate.org The staff said it was just a precautionary measure, however it's since been released that there was a possibility of direct contact to the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Were going to miss you loads and want to thank you for all your support but your Mecca Bingo journey doesnt have to stop here all of our Mecca clubs are ready and waiting to welcome you.. Dedicated to bringing you the latest and best bingo news from the UK, Your email address will not be published. Some may have different offers than others. Spare a thought for all the staff that are losing their jobs just as we go I to the worse recession for decades. Scott Nicholson was badly injured in a car crash on Shetland. Devastated players pay tribute as Mecca Bingo Ayr closes after 54 years Mecca Bingos Operations Director, John Dyson says that the company is currently in discussions with our team about the proposed closure of the club next month. And save their bingo, their warm hub, their socialising, their something to look forward too. Mecca Bingo Hayes, on Uxbridge Road, has been at the heart of the local community since it opened in 1939 and began life as a Mecca bingo hall in 1967. Mecca Bingo Brierley Hill | Latest Times and Prices You may find a number of club offers which meet your needs and requirements, which is why we would recommend having a look at the different halls available.