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On-course bookmaker

SMC Racing: Simon Michael Carswell

Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission since 2009

SMC Racing is the name used by licence holder Simon Michael Carswell, who is regulated by the UK Gambling Commission. As an on course bookmaker 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): Simon Michael Carswell can take bets in person at racecourses and other tracks, as an on-course bookmaker.

Trading names

Simon Michael Carswell trades under this name:

  • SMC Racing

Register changes

Between 18 January and 7 October 2026

  • Non-Remote licence 000651-N-102212 has a new version in the register: 011 (was 010).

Questions and answers

Is SMC Racing licensed?

Yes. SMC Racing is a trading name of Simon Michael Carswell, who is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission to take bets in person at racecourses and other tracks. Simon Michael Carswell holds Gambling Commission account number 651. Its current licence started in January 2009.

Who owns SMC Racing?

SMC Racing is operated by Simon Michael Carswell, a sole trader.

What does the licence of Simon Michael Carswell cover?

Simon Michael Carswell can take bets in person at racecourses and other tracks, as an on-course bookmaker.

Licence record

ActivityTypeStatusStartLicence number
General Betting LimitedNon-RemoteActiveJanuary 2009000651-N-102212-011