J F Noble & Son: John Barry Noble
Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission since 2009 · Scarborough
J F Noble & Son is the trading name of licence holder John Barry Noble, an individual based in Scarborough. Regulated by the UK Gambling Commission, this licence lets him run amusement arcades for over-18s only and family arcades open to all ages, 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): John Barry Noble can operate adult gaming centres: arcades for over-18s only.
- Gaming Machine General Family Entertainment Centre (Non-Remote): John Barry Noble can operate licensed family entertainment centres: arcades open to all ages, with any adult-only machines in a separate area.
Venue and trading names
John Barry Noble trades under this name:
- J F Noble & Son
Venues
The Gambling Commission premises register lists 3 adult gaming centres and 2 family entertainment centres for John Barry Noble.
- Adult Gaming Centre: Jf Noble And Jbws Noble, Coney Island, 5-7 Foreshore Road, Scarborough YO11 1PB Map
Premises licence from Scarborough Borough Council - Family Entertainment Centre: Jf Noble And Jbws Noble, Gillys Amusements, 12-18 Foreshore Road, Scarborough YO11 1PB Map
Premises licence from Scarborough Borough Council - Adult Gaming Centre: Jf Noble And Jbws Noble, Gilly'S Amusements, 12-18 Foreshore Road, Scarborough YO11 1PB Map
Premises licence from Scarborough Borough Council - Adult Gaming Centre: Jf Noble And Jbws Noble, Gilly'S Casino, 25-27 Foreshore Road, Scarborough YO11 1PB Map
Premises licence from Scarborough Borough Council - Family Entertainment Centre: Jf Noble And Jbws Noble, Gilly'S Casino, 25-27 Foreshore Road, Scarborough YO11 1PB Map
Premises licence from Scarborough Borough Council
Register changes
Between 18 January and 7 October 2026
- Non-Remote licence 001809-N-103635 has a new version in the register: 017 (was 014).
Questions and answers
Is J F Noble & Son licensed?
Yes. J F Noble & Son is a trading name of John Barry Noble, which is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission to operate adult gaming centres and licensed family entertainment centres. John Barry Noble holds Gambling Commission account number 1809. Its current licence started in January 2009.
Who owns J F Noble & Son?
J F Noble & Son is operated by John Barry Noble, a sole trader with a registered address in Scarborough.
Is J F Noble & Son for adults only?
The operator holds two licences. Its adult gaming centres are for people aged 18 and over only. Its family entertainment centres are open to all ages, with any adult-only machines in a separate area.
How many venues does John Barry Noble have?
The Gambling Commission premises register lists 3 adult gaming centres and 2 family entertainment centres for John Barry Noble. They are in Scarborough.
Licence record
| Activity | Type | Status | Start | Licence number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaming Machine General Adult Gaming Centre | Non-Remote | Active | January 2009 | 001809-N-103635-017 |
| Gaming Machine General Family Entertainment Centre | Non-Remote | Active | January 2009 | 001809-N-103635-017 |