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Fred Done

Co-Founder & Owner · Betfred
Based: Warrington, UK In role since: 1967
In short

Co-founder and owner of Betfred, the privately held UK bookmaker, with his brother Peter Done.

About Fred Done

Fred Done co-founded Betfred with his brother Peter in 1967, building it from a single Manchester betting shop into one of the largest privately owned UK bookmakers. The brothers retain ownership of the business.

Current role & focus

Done remains an owner of Betfred, which operates UK retail betting shops and an online sportsbook and casino.

Background & history

Fred Done and his brother Peter opened their first betting shop in Salford in 1967, with the business lore crediting winnings from England's 1966 World Cup victory. The brothers built Betfred into one of the largest privately owned UK bookmakers, acquired the Tote in 2011, and retain ownership of the retail and online business today.

Frequently asked

Co-founder and owner of Betfred, the privately held UK bookmaker, with his brother Peter Done.

Fred Done is Co-Founder & Owner at Betfred.

Fred Done works in the Operators sector, with a EMEA focus.

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