Billy Bongo: Simon Peter Barham
Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission since 2011
Billy Bongo is the working name of Simon Peter Barham, who holds a UK Gambling Commission licence as an individual. Their current licence dates from January 2011 and allows 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 Peter Barham can take bets in person at racecourses and other tracks, as an on-course bookmaker.
Trading names
Simon Peter Barham trades under this name:
- Billy Bongo
Register changes
Between 18 January and 7 October 2026
- Non-Remote licence 028576-N-310011 has a new version in the register: 018 (was 017).
Questions and answers
Is Billy Bongo licensed?
Yes. Billy Bongo is a trading name of Simon Peter Barham, who is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission to take bets in person at racecourses and other tracks. Simon Peter Barham holds Gambling Commission account number 28576. Its current licence started in January 2011.
Who owns Billy Bongo?
Billy Bongo is operated by Simon Peter Barham, a sole trader.
What does the licence of Simon Peter Barham cover?
Simon Peter Barham 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 2011 | 028576-N-310011-018 |