Readers Amusements: Gavin Reader Limited
Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission since 2009 · Seaham
Readers Amusements is the name used by Gavin Reader Limited, a company based in Seaham and licensed by the UK Gambling Commission. It runs arcades for over 18s only, and its current licence dates from January 2009.
What the licence covers
An arcade that offers gaming machines needs an operating licence from the Gambling Commission, and each venue needs a premises licence from its local council.
- Gaming Machine General Adult Gaming Centre (Non-Remote): Gavin Reader Limited can operate adult gaming centres: arcades for over-18s only.
Venue and trading names
Gavin Reader Limited trades under this name:
- Readers Amusements
Venues
The Gambling Commission premises register lists 1 adult gaming centre for Gavin Reader Limited.
- Adult Gaming Centre: Gavin Reader Limited, 65 Church Street, Seaham SR7 7HF Map
Premises licence from Durham County Council
Register changes
Between 18 January and 7 October 2026
- Non-Remote licence 002216-N-102135 has a new version in the register: 014 (was 013).
Questions and answers
Is Readers Amusements licensed?
Yes. Readers Amusements is a trading name of Gavin Reader Limited, which is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission to operate adult gaming centres. Gavin Reader Limited holds Gambling Commission account number 2216. Its current licence started in January 2009.
Who owns Readers Amusements?
Readers Amusements is operated by Gavin Reader Limited with a registered address in Seaham.
Is Readers Amusements for adults only?
The licence is for an adult gaming centre. An adult gaming centre is for people aged 18 and over only.
How many venues does Gavin Reader Limited have?
The Gambling Commission premises register lists 1 adult gaming centre for Gavin Reader Limited. It is in Seaham.
Licence record
| Activity | Type | Status | Start | Licence number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaming Machine General Adult Gaming Centre | Non-Remote | Active | January 2009 | 002216-N-102135-014 |