Grosvenor Casinos is making headlines with significant developments across its UK operations. From the grand reopening of its iconic London venue, The Victoria, after a massive refurbishment, to the thrilling conclusion of the 2025 Grosvenor UK Open, and an exciting promotion sending players to Las Vegas, the casino giant is buzzing with activity.
The Victoria Casino Reopens After £15 Million Refurbishment
London’s renowned Grosvenor Casinos The Victoria, affectionately known as “The Vic,” has officially reopened its doors following an extensive £15 million refurbishment. This significant investment, the largest single one made by Grosvenor Casinos, aims to usher in a new era of luxury and unparalleled gaming experiences.
Key Takeaways:
- Enhanced Poker Room: The new poker room boasts 24 permanent tables with premium seating, multiple digital screens for real-time information, and a fully equipped live stream/final table setup.
- VIP Area: A new VIP area dedicated to high-stakes cash games offers elite seating, top-tier service, and discretion.
- Upcoming Events: The refurbished venue will host the GUKPT London stop from July 10-20, featuring several events with substantial guaranteed prize pools, including:
- £800 NLHE Midi Main Event: £200,000 guaranteed
- £340 Mini Main Event: £100,000 guaranteed
- £2,000 High Roller: £100,000 guaranteed
- £1,250 Main Event: £250,000 guaranteed
Andrew Hulme Claims 2025 Grosvenor UK Open Title
Andrew “Stato_1” Hulme has etched his name into Grosvenor’s history by winning the 2025 Grosvenor UK Open Main Event. The £1,500 buy-in tournament, held in Coventry, attracted 951 players, generating a massive £1,219,660 prize pool, with Hulme taking home the top prize of £219,720.
Final Table Results:
| Rank | Player | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andrew Hulme | £219,720 |
| 2 | Raymond Power | £160,390 |
| 3 | Dale Wilson | £116,840 |
| 4 | Antoine Labat | £84,890 |
| 5 | Martin Donoghue | £61,230 |
| 6 | James Clarke | £43,910 |
| 7 | Tuan Van Le | £31,340 |
| 8 | Wantao Tang | £22,440 |
| 9 | Iason Filippidis | £16,350 |
Other notable winners at the 2025 Grosvenor UK Open include Rhys Keen, who won the High Roller event for £72,000, and Phil Tate, who secured £45,000 in the Mini Main event.
Grosvenor Casinos Sends 20 Players to Las Vegas
Grosvenor Casinos is offering an incredible opportunity for 20 players to win a £5,000 Las Vegas package. This promotion, running for three months from March 10, is available to players at the Bury New Road (Manchester) and Birmingham Hill Street casinos.
How to Enter:
- One prize draw ticket for every tournament played.
- One prize draw ticket for every two hours of cash game play.
Each £5,000 package includes:
- $1,000 WSOP Mini Main Event buy-in
- Flights from London to Las Vegas
- Seven nights’ accommodation at The Paris Hotel & Casino
- £1,000 cash for spending money
This initiative provides a fantastic chance for UK players to experience the World Series of Poker in Las Vegas.