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On-course bookmaker

Simon James Racing: Simon John James & Barbara Anne James

Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission since 2009

Simon James Racing is the name used by the partnership of Simon John James and Barbara Anne James, who hold a UK Gambling Commission licence. They are based in the UK and their current licence dates from January 2009, allowing them to take bets in person at racecourses and other tracks as an on-course bookmaker.

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): Simon John James & Barbara Anne James can take bets in person at racecourses and other tracks, as an on-course bookmaker.

Trading names

Simon John James & Barbara Anne James trades under this name:

  • Simon James Racing

Register changes

Between 18 January and 7 October 2026

  • Non-Remote licence 001289-N-103597 has a new version in the register: 013 (was 012).

Questions and answers

Is Simon James Racing licensed?

Yes. Simon James Racing is a trading name of Simon John James & Barbara Anne James, which is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission to take bets in person at racecourses and other tracks. Simon John James & Barbara Anne James holds Gambling Commission account number 1289. Its current licence started in January 2009.

Who owns Simon James Racing?

Simon James Racing is operated by Simon John James & Barbara Anne James, a partnership.

What does the licence of Simon John James & Barbara Anne James cover?

Simon John James & Barbara Anne James can take bets in person at racecourses and other tracks, as an on-course bookmaker.

Licence record

ActivityTypeStatusStartLicence number
General Betting LimitedNon-RemoteActiveJanuary 2009001289-N-103597-013