Retropolis: Retropolis Classic Amusements Ltd
Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission since 2025 · Leigh-On-Sea
Retropolis is the public name for Retropolis Classic Amusements Ltd, a company licensed by the UK Gambling Commission and based in Leigh-On-Sea. It can run family amusement arcades that anyone can enter, with any over 18 machines kept in a separate section, and its current licence dates from November 2025.
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 Family Entertainment Centre (Non-Remote): Retropolis Classic Amusements Ltd can operate licensed family entertainment centres: arcades open to all ages, with any adult-only machines in a separate area.
Venue and trading names
Retropolis Classic Amusements Ltd trades under this name:
- Retropolis
Register changes
Between 18 January and 7 October 2026
- Non-Remote licence 067850-N-341517 has a new version in the register: 002 (was 001).
Questions and answers
Is Retropolis licensed?
Yes. Retropolis is a trading name of Retropolis Classic Amusements Ltd, which is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission to operate licensed family entertainment centres. Retropolis Classic Amusements Ltd holds Gambling Commission account number 67850. Its current licence started in November 2025.
Who owns Retropolis?
Retropolis is operated by Retropolis Classic Amusements Ltd with a registered address in Leigh-On-Sea.
Is Retropolis for adults only?
The licence is for a family entertainment centre, which is open to all ages. Any adult-only machines must be in a separate area.
Licence record
| Activity | Type | Status | Start | Licence number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaming Machine General Family Entertainment Centre | Non-Remote | Active | November 2025 | 067850-N-341517-002 |