When the Live Tables Actually Open
Live gaming at Genting Casino Stockport runs daily from 5pm right through to 5am. That is the window to aim for if you want live, staffed tables. The venue unlocks earlier, at 12pm, but in that daytime stretch there are no dealers working on the tables yet, which catches some people out.
From noon the building is open and you can still play. Between 12pm and 5pm, the offer is electronic gaming machines, the Manchester Live Wheel in electronic format, plus slots. It works well for a quieter daytime session. If your night out is built around live dealer games, the real action only gets going in the evening.
| Session | Hours | What’s Available |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime | 12:00pm - 5:00pm | Electronic machines, Manchester Live Wheel, slots |
| Evening and Night | 5:00pm - 5:00am | Live tables, electronic terminals, slots, bar |
| Full Venue | 12:00pm - 5:00am | Everything |
One practical point that applies here and at pretty much any casino: if you really care about playing a particular game or limit, it makes sense to phone ahead instead of assuming it will be running. Floor setups move around, tables can close or change stakes, and a short call can save a wasted journey.
What’s on the Floor
The venue is spread over two gaming floors, with a mix of live tables and electronic terminals. In the evening session, 27 electronic gaming machines run alongside the staffed tables, so the place feels active without being chaotic. The Manchester Live Wheel is on from midday as an electronic option, which nicely fills the gap before the live tables come into play.
Jackpot slots sit next to more traditional machines as part of the general layout. Once the evening session kicks in, you can drift between live tables and the electronic area in one visit; the way the room is set up does not box you into a single style of play. On the ground floor there is a bar, and upstairs an outdoor roof terrace is open for guests who want a breather. The whole thing is pitched as a full night-out spot rather than just a gaming hall, and on busy evenings the atmosphere reflects that.
Sports coverage is part of the experience too. Staff can put specific live matches on the screens if you ask, which means that during big fixtures the casino doubles as a place to watch the game while you play. That setup is backed up by third-party listings and lines up with how Genting presents the Stockport site overall.
Getting There and Getting In
The casino sits at 36-38 St Petersgate, Stockport, SK1 1HD. You will need valid ID at the entrance. Entry is restricted to guests who are 18 or over, which is a legal rule for all casino premises in Great Britain under the Gambling Act 2005. Genting Casino Stockport follows UKGC age verification standards very tightly here, so there are no workarounds.
If you like to double-check table types or opening times for live games before you travel, you can call the venue directly on +44 (0) 161 666 3636. That is particularly handy if you are heading in just for one style of game and prefer not to find it closed or unavailable when you arrive.
A few key things it helps to know in advance:
- Live tables only start at 5pm, regardless of the 12pm venue opening time.
- Electronic gaming, including the Manchester Live Wheel, runs from midday.
- Bar service operates on the ground floor during normal venue hours.
- The roof terrace is open for guests while the venue itself is open.
- Sports viewing can be arranged on request, so mention any match you want to see to floor staff.
Venue Details at a Glance
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Address | 36-38 St Petersgate, Stockport, SK1 1HD |
| Phone | +44 (0) 161 666 3636 |
| Opening Hours | 12:00pm - 5:00am daily |
| Live Gaming Hours | 5:00pm - 5:00am daily |
| Electronic Gaming | From 12:00pm daily |
| Gaming Floors | Two |
| Electronic Machines | 27 units |
| Bar | Ground floor, open during venue hours |
| Outdoor Space | Roof terrace |
| Sports Viewing | Available on request |