J. HOLLAND & SONS LIMITED
J. HOLLAND & SONS LIMITED is an active private limited company incorporated in October 1991 and registered in Swanage, Dorset. It has a direct connection to the UK gambling industry, holding an active UKGC operator licence for over 17 years. The company appears to be a family-run independent gambling business.
Positive Signals
- Incorporated since October 1991 — over 33 years of continuous operation
- Active company status as confirmed by Companies House
- UK-resident directors across all current board members
- Over 17 years of active UKGC licensing
Overview
Gambling Connection: J. HOLLAND & SONS LIMITED is directly licensed by the UK Gambling Commission under the account name J Holland And Sons Limited, with an active licence status and a first licence date of 1 January 2009. This makes it a licensed gambling operator in its own right, not merely a holding or service company.
J. HOLLAND & SONS LIMITED has been trading for over 33 years since its incorporation in October 1991. It's classified under SIC code 93290, which covers other amusement and recreation activities, and it's flagged as gambling-related in our database. The company's long-running active status points to a stable, well-maintained corporate entity.
The company's structure is notably family-oriented. It's been run by members of the Holland family throughout its history, giving it the character of an independent, owner-managed gambling business rather than a large corporate group. Ownership is now consolidated through a corporate holding entity, reflecting a common restructuring pattern for established independent operators.
With more than 17 years of continuous UKGC licensing, J. HOLLAND & SONS LIMITED sits comfortably in the long-standing operator category. That kind of licensing longevity isn't common for smaller operators, and it signals a consistent approach to regulatory compliance over a considerable period.
Governance
The board consists of three current directors, all British nationals resident in the United Kingdom. The company's secretary has held that role since January 1993. Ownership is currently held by a corporate entity, Jhs Leisure Limited, which controls between 75% and 100% of shares as of March 2022.
Linked UKGC Operators
No UKGC licensed operators are directly linked to this company. This may indicate the company is a holding entity, service provider, or the operator link has not yet been established.
Directors & Officers
Current Officers
| Name | Role | Appointed | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| HOLLAND, Abigail | Director | Active | |
| HOLLAND, Charles John | Director | Active | |
| HOLLAND, Jacqueline Elizabeth | Secretary | Active | |
| HOLLAND, Jacqueline Elizabeth | Director | Active | |
| HOLLAND, John Martin | Director | Active |
Former Officers
| Name | Role | Appointed | Resigned |
|---|---|---|---|
| GALE, Michael William | Secretary | ||
| COMBINED SECRETARIAL SERVICES LIMITED | Corporate Nominee Secretary | ||
| COMBINED NOMINEES LIMITED | Corporate Nominee Director | ||
| COMBINED SECRETARIAL SERVICES LIMITED | Corporate Nominee Director |
Ownership & Significant Control
Persons with Significant Control
The following individuals or entities have significant control over this company:
| Name | Type | Ownership | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jhs Leisure Limited | Corporate | 75.00% - 100.00% |