Opportunities hit the jackpot at Xscape flagship gaming venue.
More than 100 new jobs have been created at a new flagship casino opening in Milton Keynes next week.
Merkur Casino will unveil its newest venue, inside Xscape Milton Keynes, next Saturday (1st November), bringing high-energy gaming, live entertainment and community events.
In August MKFM revealed how Casino MK in Xscape had been acquired by Merkur who promised to ‘create local jobs as a result’.
Spanning 22,000 sq ft, the new flagship houses a 1,367 m² gaming floor featuring 72 slot machines, 26 electronic roulette terminals and 15 live gaming tables, complemented by a 4,700 sq ft bar and event space designed for live acts, events and private functions.
The venue represents a major investment for the brand and a defining moment for the city’s leisure economy by bringing together cutting-edge gaming, live entertainment and a premium late-night offering under one roof.
The grand launch is expected to welcome hundreds of guests including local dignitaries, influencers, journalists, celebrities, and headline performers. The evening will feature live acts, performers, and a £10,000 giveaway, setting the tone for the programme of events the casino will continue to host.
“Our head office is based here in Milton Keynes, so this opening means a great deal to us,” said Mark Schertle, Chief Operating Officer at Merkur Casino UK Ltd. “We’ve worked with local suppliers, created over 100 new roles and built a venue that reflects everything this city stands for – energy, innovation and community spirit. We’re proud to create these opportunities in our home city.”
The Milton Keynes venue reflects the brand’s continued investment in quality, innovation and guest experience, with an ambition to be recognised among one of the best casino destinations outside of London.
“We’re proud to create a venue that enhances Milton Keynes’ already vibrant nightlife and offers something new for the city’s leisure scene,” said Mark Schertle.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Merkur Casino to Xscape,” said Dan Murphy, the centre’s director. “The casino has always been a landmark part of Xscape’s entertainment offering, and we’re delighted to see it returning under new ownership.
More details: www.merkurcasinouk.com/casino.
