Westcliff Casino is part of Maxims Casinos. The original Westcliff was founded in 1970 at Mill House in Station Road. It became the Westcliff Leisure Centre in 1987, which is why it is considered one of the largest casinos in the UK being ranked at number two. The casino offers 20 machines, 35 tables, and plenty of poker tables. Guests are allowed into the casino with casual dress such as jeans and a nice shirt, but trainers and muscle style shirts are forbidden. There is a membership though there does not seem to be a fee. The membership is more for loyalty purposes where players can enjoy a few fringe benefits in addition to the gaming supplied. Westcliff has three floors with a swimming pool, night club, salon, and squash courts as part of the “leisure” club activities that make up this casino. In 2008 the Westcliff was refurbished again to make it a better look. It is at this time that Genting Stanley became involved along with Maxims. Westcliff Casino changed to Southend Maxims in name. Amenities at the casino include a restaurant, bar, and car park for comfort. The atmosphere is enhanced with the views of the River Thames.
Gaming Tables
Westcliff or Southend offers a private card room where guests can enjoy poker games and tournaments. Among the 35 gaming tables available there is blackjack, 3 card, punto banco, dice, and roulette variations. The 20 different machines include some electronic table games as well as slots.
Atmosphere
Westcliff or Southend Maxims has received a renovation in 2008 upgrading the 1970s look for something a bit modern. It still has a slight 70s appearance, but overall the inside is modern and pleasing for all guests. The atmosphere is one of relaxed gaming with plenty of tables and visitors to help make the experience a memorable one. The views of the River Thames help add to the atmosphere in the restaurant and bar area. The different gaming floors also cater to the types of guests that have memberships such as those who prefer private poker rooms to the social floor with 35 gaming tables.
Dining
The restaurant and bar is your typical experience in the UK with plenty of local cuisine along with some international favourites thrown in. You can expect a variety of liquor, wine, and beer to be available in the bar with some sports games playing to add to the Westcliff experience.
Conclusion
Westcliff or Southend Maxims has become a place to enjoy your evenings. It is definitely a club with plenty of music, gaming, and socialising. It is like many casinos around the world where you can have a membership for benefits, but it is not an exclusive club. It has the reputation for being the second largest casino in England. This reputation also means that many tend to enjoy the variety of table games and machines where other clubs may only have one table of each type. Here one can always find space to play.