How do I play paper bingo?

How do I play paper bingo?

Before a game begins, your Presenter will tell you what game you're about to play, which page to play on, and how much money you could win.

Most bingo games are 90-ball, so if you look on your page, you'll see 6 boxes and the numbers 1 to 90. Some bingo games are 80=ball, so they look a little different.

The numbers are organised in columns so you can find them easily. 1 to 9 is in the first column, 10 to 19 is in the second column, 20 to 29's in the third column, and it carries on like that.

When the Presenter calls a number, find the right column at the top of the page then scan down to find the number. Once you've found it, dab it with your dabber or cross it off with your pen. Then listen for the next number and repeat!

When you've won, raise your hand and shout "here!" or "bingo!" out loud.

What makes a winner?

The aim of the game is to win a cash prize by being the first player to complete a line, 2 lines, or a full house.

  • 1 line = dab all the numbers in one row
  • 2 lines = dab all the numbers in two rows in one box
  • Full house = dab all 15 numbers in one box

Good luck!