Les Russell: Leslie Thomas Russell
Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission since 2009
Les Russell is the name used by licence holder Leslie Thomas Russell, an individual on-course bookmaker regulated by the UK Gambling Commission. They can take bets in person at racecourses and other tracks, and their current licence dates from January 2009.
What the licence covers
A bookmaker that takes bets at a racecourse or other track needs an operating licence from the Gambling Commission.
- General Betting Limited (Non-Remote): Leslie Thomas Russell can take bets in person at racecourses and other tracks, as an on-course bookmaker.
Trading names
Leslie Thomas Russell trades under this name:
- Les Russell
Register changes
Between 18 January and 7 October 2026
- Non-Remote licence 000821-N-102265 has a new version in the register: 009 (was 008).
Questions and answers
Is Les Russell licensed?
Yes. Les Russell is a trading name of Leslie Thomas Russell, who is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission to take bets in person at racecourses and other tracks. Leslie Thomas Russell holds Gambling Commission account number 821. Its current licence started in January 2009.
Who owns Les Russell?
Les Russell is operated by Leslie Thomas Russell, a sole trader.
What does the licence of Leslie Thomas Russell cover?
Leslie Thomas Russell can take bets in person at racecourses and other tracks, as an on-course bookmaker.
Licence record
| Activity | Type | Status | Start | Licence number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Betting Limited | Non-Remote | Active | January 2009 | 000821-N-102265-009 |