Hardcastle Swimby Faces Winding-Up Petition
A winding-up petition was presented against Manchester-registered Hardcastle Swimby Limited on 3 November 2026 at the Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions under case number CR-2026-008506. The filing represents the initial formal notification recorded on the Rolls Building CE-File system. The presentation of a petition is not a determination of insolvency by the court; it marks the opening of proceedings before any hearing is listed or substantive order made.
Petition details
| Field | Registry Record |
| --- | --- |
| Company Name | HARDCASTLE SWIMBY LIMITED |
| Court Reference | CR-2026-008506 |
| Filing Date | 03-11-2026 |
| Case Type | Companies - Petition - Winding Up Petition |
| Filing Registry | Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions (CE-File) |
| Petitioning Creditor | [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
| Petitioner's Solicitor | [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
| Debt Sum Claimed | [Check the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
| Listed Hearing Date | Not stated in the published source |
Formal court certificates confirming registry results can be ordered where needed for transaction records ([Get a Winding Up Search Certificate →](#offers-certificate)). For daily updates on new filings across England and Wales, review today's cause list.
Company snapshot
According to Companies House, Hardcastle Swimby Limited (company number 14192977) was incorporated on 24 June 2022. The entity maintains its registered office at 76 King St, Manchester, United Kingdom, M2 4NH. Its registered Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes comprise:
- 46480: Wholesale of watches and jewellery
- 73110: Advertising agencies
- 74909: Other professional, scientific and technical activities not elsewhere classified
Filed turnover and balance sheet figures are [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor). For a complete profile, review the Hardcastle Swimby Limited company record.
Directors and ownership
Companies House filings confirm the following corporate officers and ownership structure on the public register:
- Mr Sean Anthony Swimby: Director, appointed 24 June 2022; British; resident in England; born December 1984.
- Mrs Joanna Helen Swimby: Director, appointed 24 June 2022; resigned 4 April 2024; British; resident in England; born September 1981.
On the public register of Persons with Significant Control (PSC):
- Mr Sean Anthony Swimby holds 75% to 100% of shares, 75% to 100% of voting rights, and the right to appoint and remove directors (notified 24 June 2022).
- Mrs Joanna Helen Swimby previously held 25% to 50% of shares and voting rights (notified 24 June 2022; ceased 4 April 2024).
The public register records these details as statutory entries. An individual's directorship or shareholding does not constitute personal liability for corporate obligations, nor does it imply involvement in insolvency.
Recent filings and Gazette activity
A search of The Gazette shows no statutory insolvency notices published for this petition to date. Under the Insolvency (England and Wales) Rules 2016, a petitioner must not advertise a winding-up petition in The Gazette earlier than seven business days after service on the company.
What this means for suppliers, creditors and counterparties
A winding-up petition represents the most severe debt-recovery remedy under the Insolvency Act 1986. Under section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986, any disposition of company property made after the presentation of a petition is void if a winding-up order is subsequently made, unless validated by the court.
Commercial counterparties face distinct risks during the pre-hearing period:
- Bank accounts: Financial institutions routinely freeze company bank accounts upon learning of a petition to prevent void dispositions.
- Trade credit exposure: Continuing to supply goods on open credit terms risks total loss if the court issues a compulsory liquidation order.
- Payments received: Creditors receiving payments between presentation and hearing face clawback risk from an Official Receiver or liquidator under section 127 if no validation order exists.
Creditor decision framework
When a counterparty appears on the petition list, credit managers follow a structured mitigation protocol:
1. Halt discretionary credit facilities immediately and switch supply terms to cleared funds in advance.
2. Audit outstanding ledger balances, unfulfilled orders, and retention of title (ROT) clauses.
3. Identify whether any security, personal guarantees, or corporate debentures apply to outstanding balances.
4. Establish continuous monitoring to track the listing before the court or a potential winding up order.
Scenario: managing counterparty exposure
Consider a commercial supplier delivering £25,000 of stock on standard 30-day settlement terms. If the supplier does not check court filings and continues shipping on credit, any settlement received after 3 November 2026 without a validation order could be subject to clawback by a liquidator. Conversely, checking court filings immediately enables credit control to demand cash before dispatch, isolating the supplier from unhedged exposure.
How to run a winding up petition search
Corporate intelligence professionals traditionally verify counterparty status via three fragmented mechanisms: manual CE-File cause-list queries at the Royal Courts of Justice, phoning the Insolvency Service Central Registry, and cross-referencing Companies House filings. This manual workflow often creates blind spots during rapid contract execution.
Corp Intel consolidates court records, register updates, and statutory notices into an accessible interface. A thorough winding up search verifies whether petitions, dismissals, or administration notices exist across England and Wales. A timely winding up petition search provides defensible proof before releasing high-value capital.
For companies in your ongoing supply chain, setting up free company monitoring ensures automatic notifications whenever new filings or status changes occur.
For credit teams, conveyancers and lenders
For solicitors, lenders, and finance directors, conducting a winding up search prior to exchange, loan drawdown, or major supplier onboarding is an essential risk control. Overlooking an active petition invalidates transactions under Insolvency Act 1986 s.127 and exposes firms to professional negligence claims. Registry confirmation guarantees that facilities and contracts are advanced only to solvent, unencumbered trading entities.
FAQ
Does a petition mean Hardcastle Swimby Limited is in liquidation?
No. A petition is an application by a creditor asking the court to wind up a company. The court has not yet heard the petition or determined insolvency.
How long does it take for a petition to reach a court hearing?
Hearings at the Rolls Building (Insolvency and Companies Court) are typically scheduled within six to ten weeks of petition presentation, depending on court listing capacity.
When must a winding-up petition be advertised in The Gazette?
Under Rule 7.10 of the Insolvency (England and Wales) Rules 2016, a petition cannot be advertised until at least seven business days have elapsed since service on the company, and must be published at least five business days before the hearing.
Can a company pay creditors after a petition has been presented?
Payments made after petition presentation are void under section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986 if a winding-up order is eventually granted, unless approved by court validation order.
Disclaimer
This report summarises a petition recorded at the Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions. Presentation of a petition is not a determination of insolvency; the outcome is a matter for the court. Companies believing they are named incorrectly should email contact@corp-intel.co.uk.