A Milestone Birthday – Imperial Lounge Croydon London

When Parag set out to plan his 50th birthday celebration, he wanted something stylish, interactive, and memorable for his guests.
The result was a classy casino-themed evening at Imperial Bar and Lounge, Airport House, Purley Way, Croydon – a venue with a unique past, located on the site of the original London Airport before it moved to Heathrow in 1946.

With around 70 smartly dressed guests in attendance and a relaxed but elegant atmosphere, the fun casino quickly became the main focal point of the evening.

Professional Tables and a Welcoming Atmosphere

Our fun casino ran from 7:00pm to 10:00pm, featuring Blackjack and Roulette, hosted by our experienced dealers Leo and Andrew. Both tables were busy for most of the night, with guests naturally rotating between the two games as the evening unfolded.

Many partygoers were first-time players, so Leo and Andrew took the time to explain the rules clearly, guide guests through their first hands and spins, and keep the tables light-hearted and engaging. This inclusive approach meant everyone felt comfortable joining in, regardless of experience.

Personalised Fun Money That Guests Loved

A real highlight of the night was the personalised fun money, designed in a smart black and white theme and featuring a photo of Parag dressed for the occasion. The bespoke notes added a unique personal touch and immediately became a talking point around the tables.

As always, guests loved this detail — and the personalised money was left with guests to keep at the end of the night as a souvenir.

Big Wins, Big Cheers

The casino created plenty of laughs, cheers, and moments of genuine excitement. One standout highlight came when Parag’s daughter placed a bet on ‘0’ at the roulette table — and it came in, prompting one of the biggest cheers of the night.

These spontaneous celebrations are exactly what make a fun casino such an effective way to bring guests together.

A Little Friendly Competition

To add an extra layer of excitement, a prize was announced as the tables opened: a bottle of champagne for the highest overall winner. The competition ran alongside the games and was presented at the end of the casino session when the host said a few words of thanks.

While the final result came down to the roulette table and remains something of a mystery, the competition added a fun sense of friendly rivalry throughout the evening.

The Perfect Fit for the Celebration

With an Indian buffet enjoyed alongside the casino and the bar in full swing, the tables provided the ideal centrepiece for the party. Rather than guests staying seated or splitting into smaller groups, the games created a natural hub of activity where people mingled, laughed, and shared the experience together.

For Parag, this was his first fun casino booking, and the feedback afterwards was extremely positive — a clear sign the casino was exactly the right choice for a milestone birthday celebration.

Why It Worked So Well

• Interactive entertainment that suits mixed groups and first-time players
• Professional dealers who make games easy to understand and fun to play
• Personalised touches (like custom fun money) that guests remember and keep
• A natural focal point that brings the whole room together

A stylish venue, well-dressed guests, and a welcoming casino setup combined to create an evening full of laughter, competition, and celebration — exactly what a 50th birthday should be.