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Specials Betting Guide - Reality TV & Much More

For years Betting has seen to be the domain of the sports fanatic, with horse racing and football leading the way, but with the massive popularity of reality television and a captive audience of millions, the bookmakers have eagerly sought to extend their client base.

In recent years these markets known as Specials Betting or Novelty Betting have grown dramatically. Big Brother Betting with a multitude of different opportunities for a punt throughout the twelve week run of the series was the first real inroad into this type of gambling. With the success of TV’s first reality programming a whole host of other programmes were launched, now with celebrity names attached like I’m a Celebrity Get me Out of Here which have given the bookmakers a reliable and captive audience throughout the year.

There is a Special Betting Market for everyone

Whether you are a stockbroker looking to gamble on the state of the Irish Economy, a film buff who feels equipped to name the winners of this years’ Oscars, or just a libidinous male looking to prove that Cheryl Cole is the most attractive woman around by gambling on FHM’s list of Sexiest women, there will be something for you.

Suzi Flute our own Specials specialist will keep you up to date with new markets as they arise, informing you of the opportunities and warning you of some of the pitfalls of this new betting world. See Specials Articles.

All the bookmakers listed on this site are the best in the business and if you are a new customer for that bookmaker, the majority then will offer you a Special Free Betting Offers, once you have had your first bet.

Popular Specials Markets

Big Brother Betting

Big Brother, the Big Daddy of Reality TV is finally coming to an end but the 2010 show must surely go out with a bang rather than a whimper so there will be plenty of opportunities for a flutter throughout the summer for those not wedded to The World Cup.

I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here Odds

I'm a Celebrity Get me Out of Here takes place in the Australian outback every year and is exceptionally popular with viewers and punters alike. As well as betting on the winner there's plenty of other markets available, such as next to be evicted.

X Factor Bets

From September right up until Christmas X Factor takes over Saturday night television and this hugely popular program is also followed very closely by punters playing the odds with the twists and turns of the public voting.

Strictly Come Dancing Betting

 Strictly Come Dancing sees celebrities dance there socks off every Saturday night and again is an increasingly popualr betting event. As well as next to leave markets you can bet on the sex of the winner. Awards

Awards Betting

Each year there is the season for both the Film Awards and Music Awards, with a chance to bet on The Grammys, The Oscars, The Baftas and The Brits

Other Specials Betting Markets

Bookmakers will offer bets on almost everything, from who will be Christmas Number One in the music charts to who will win the General Election too whether or not there will be a white Christmas. As long as there is an event where a result is possible you'll find that the bookmakers have a price on it. Old favourites like Miss World and the Eurovision Song Contest are still rolled out every year and whilst most moan about their very existence still the audience is substantial. Bookmakers cash in on this captive audience and offer the opportunity to have some fun as you watch.

Specials Tips

As soon as any Specials tips are available they will appear here.

10 Latest Specials Articles

	Dancing On Ice Betting Hayley Tamaddon Still Clear Favourite To Win Kieron Richardson Looks Set To Miss Final	17th Mar
	Support The Ladies At Cheltenham Have a Gamble On The Ladies Charity Sweepstake Paul Nicholls' Partner Georgie Browne Leads From The Front	17th Mar
	Gamble On Whos The Next Woss Film 2010 Gets New Host As Jonathan Ross Leaves Mark Kermode Clear Favourite	16th Mar
	Gambling on The Black Stuff At Cheltenham How Many Pints Of Guiness Will Be Consumed St Patrick's Day Special Bet	15th Mar
	Betting On The Final Of The All Ireland Talent Show Emma O'Sullivan And John O'Halloran Favourites To Win	12th Mar
	Crufts Starts Today Have A Bet On Best In Show Gundogs Favourite To Win Top Prize	11th Mar
	You Bet Your Country Needs You Odds Offered On Uk Eurovision Hopefuls Pete Waterman Takes The Helm.	10th Mar
	Prince William To Get Engaged This Year You Can Bet On It Odds For Charles To Be King In 2010	9th Mar
	History In The Making At this Years Oscars And Lots Of Betting Opportunities Too Hollywood Builds To Annual Crescendo	5th Mar
	Victoria Beckham Leads Betting On Wag To Be Most Photographed During World Cup South Africa Gears Up For World Cup And The Paparazzi Start Shooting	4th Mar

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Irish bookmaker Paddypower offer up to a £250 free bet per new account.

• Bet £50 and receive a £50 free bet.
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£200 Free Bet - Ladbrokes

Free £200 worth of free bets with Ladbrokes, the largest bookmaker in the UK.

• Open an account and place your first bet of £10 or more
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£20 Free Bet - Boylesports

Irish bookmaker Boylesports are now offering a free £20 bet on their online betting service

• New accounts qualify for a free bet up to £20.
• Bet £20 and receive a £20 free bet at Boylesports.

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£25 Free Bet - William Hill

£25 free bet with William Hill.

• William Hill will match your first stake - up to £25.
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Up to £125 worth of free bets with Victor Chandler.

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