Tips and advice

Learn the basics of poker and you’ll be ready to hit the tables straight away. Pick up the lingo, get tips on what to look out for and find out what to do with your hand – then try it all out.

Top tips

The absolute essentials. If you only read one thing, make sure it’s this. You’ll get short, sweet yet vital advice on how to start playing the game.

Starting hands

Breaking news: You shouldn’t play every hand you get dealt. Find out what cards to play and when to the play them here.

Dos and don’ts

Tips on what to do and what to avoid, from the ‘duh, obviously’ to the ‘ooh, I never thought of that’.

Poker glossary

Know your bubble from your nuts? Learn the poker speak and understand what the more experienced players are really chatting about.

Protecting your cash

Learn how to be like a bodyguard at a bank and protect your cash. Here are some simple ways to make sure your money lasts.

Stay calm

Discover how to keep your cool in the heat of the moment. It’s a mix of some good old common sense and insider advice.

Key facts

Get the lowdown on the game with some facts and figures that you could even use to impress your pals.