Rank opens doors to first Luda bingo retail venue

Rank has launched its first Luda-brand club in Walsall, offering customers “a unique venue” to play bingo and slots.

Part of the larger Mecca Bingo brand, the venue reflects the firm’s pledge to “refresh the bingo experience”, and reportedly blends the “hospitality of a coffee shop with the gaming experience”.

The Walsall club is the first of three high street-based venues to be rolled out this year, with Rank also planning to extend the brand online in March 2018.

Luda opened its doors to customers for the first time this week

Twenty-five full and part-time roles have been filled by local residents.

Alan Morgan, managing director of Luda, said it “brought a new experience and energy to the high street, capturing the imagination in terms of setting, gaming and the technology on offer.

He added: “[It] is perfect for groups of friends on a night out looking for a fun time or those seeking to take time out to re-charge their batteries.

“The new club will offer those living locally a sociable place to meet, play, try new games, have a bite to eat and relax.”

Venues in Leeds and Weston-super-Mare are next to be launched.