UKGC + MGA + GRA triple-licensed UK casino since 1934. 888 Holdings (LSE). 1,400+ UK physical shops, 2,000+ games, full sportsbook.
William Hill was founded in 1934 by William Hill himself, who opened his first postal bookmaking office the year before Elvis Presley was born. Now owned by 888 Holdings (LSE: 888), William Hill holds a triple licence (UKGC + MGA + GRA) and operates 1,400+ UK physical betting shops alongside a 2,000+ game online casino. UK + IE primary.
90-Year Heritage
William Hill is the second-oldest bookmaker brand in this review set after Ladbrokes (1886). Founded 1934 as a telephone bookmaker, the brand expanded through UK high streets, went online in the 1990s, and was acquired by 888 Holdings in 2022 for 2.2 billion. 90 years of continuous bookmaking = a track record of paying winnings through every economic condition since the Great Depression.
Physical Shops + Online Trust
William Hill operates 1,400+ physical betting shops across the UK. This physical footprint creates accountability that no pure-online operator can match: UK consumers can walk into a shop, and the same compliance standards that apply to regulated physical shops carry to the online platform.
Triple Licence (UKGC + MGA + GRA)
The Gibraltar Regulatory Authority (GRA) is one of the Mediterranean's strictest gambling jurisdictions — requiring exhaustive owner financial investigations and ongoing compliance monitoring. A UKGC + MGA + GRA triple licence places William Hill in the highest accountability tier of any UK-facing online casino. The GRA licence differentiates William Hill from competitors holding only UKGC + MGA.
888 Holdings
888 Holdings (LSE: 888) acquired William Hill for 2.2B in 2022. 888 also owns 888casino and Mr Green. All three brands operate under 888 Holdings' London Stock Exchange-listed parent structure, with institutional investor accountability.
Welcome Bonus
William Hill Casino offers GBP welcome bonuses with UKGC-compliant T&Cs. Wagering requirements and eligible games apply. Check current offers on William Hill's promotions page.
Sports + Casino
Full UK sportsbook (horse racing is William Hill's heritage vertical, also covering Premier League, boxing, cricket) alongside 2,000+ casino games and live dealer tables from Evolution Gaming.
Banking
GBP only. PayPal, Visa, Mastercard, and e-wallets. E-wallets same day; cards 1–3 days. No cryptocurrency.
FAQ
- Was William Hill really founded in 1934?
- Yes. William Hill himself opened his first postal bookmaking office in 1934. The company has been operating under the William Hill name for over 90 years.
- What is the GRA licence and why does it matter?
- The Gibraltar Regulatory Authority (GRA) requires thorough financial vetting of casino operators and is considered one of the strictest in the Mediterranean. A triple UKGC + MGA + GRA licence means William Hill has passed three separate regulatory scrutiny processes.
- Who owns William Hill now?
- William Hill is owned by 888 Holdings (LSE: 888), which also owns 888casino and Mr Green. 888 Holdings acquired William Hill for 2.2 billion in 2022.
- How fast are William Hill withdrawals?
- E-wallet withdrawals are typically same day. Card withdrawals take 1–3 business days.
- Do William Hill physical shops and online casino share the same account?
- They are the same brand under 888 Holdings. The online casino and sportsbook operate on separate platforms from physical shops, but share the William Hill brand and regulatory accountability.