Winding Up Petition Filed: Glover Films Limited
A winding-up petition has been presented against Surrey-based motion picture production company GLOVER FILMS LIMITED at the High Court of Justice, Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions, under case number CR-2026-007618. The filing was recorded on 1 October 2026. The presentation of a petition is a formal court filing by a creditor and does not constitute a determination of insolvency or liquidation; court decisions regarding the company's status remain pending.
Petition details
Central Registry filings represent the earliest public indication that a formal liquidation proceeding has been initiated against a corporate entity under section 124 of the Insolvency Act 1986.
| Detail | Source Record |
| :--- | :--- |
| Company Name | GLOVER FILMS LIMITED |
| Company Number | 04548533 |
| Case Number | CR-2026-007618 |
| Case Type | Companies - Petition - Winding Up Petition |
| Filing Date | 1 October 2026 |
| Filing Registry | Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions (CE-File) |
| Petitioning Creditor | [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
Company snapshot
GLOVER FILMS LIMITED was incorporated on 30 September 2002 as a private limited company registered in England and Wales under company number 04548533. According to the Companies House register, the company trades under Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) code 59111 for motion picture production activities.
The company's official registered office is maintained at Robins Cob Woodlands Lane, Stoke D'Abernon, Cobham, Surrey, KT11 3QA. Specific turnover and net asset figures for the recent financial period are not stated in the published Central Registry source dataset.
Directors and ownership
Public records at Companies House show the following directorship and control records for GLOVER FILMS LIMITED:
- Mr Laurence Alan Edward Glover (born June 1972): Appointed as director on 30 September 2002. Recorded as a Person with Significant Control (PSC) holding between 75% and 100% of shares and voting rights, notified on 6 April 2016.
- Ms Sukhvinder Glover (born April 1969): Appointed as director on 28 March 2007.
Historical officer roles recorded on the official register include:
- Company Secretarial Services Limited: Served as corporate secretary from 30 September 2002 until resignation on 23 May 2007.
- Wellco Secretaries Limited (03875560): Served as corporate secretary from 23 May 2007 until resignation on 3 January 2012.
- Mattison Stapley Limited: Appointed as corporate director on 30 September 2002 and resigned on the same date.
All corporate positions and individual appointments reflect public records maintained by Companies House.
Recent filings and Gazette activity
The published source record indicates no recent advertising entries in The Gazette as of the current reporting date. Under Rule 7.10 of the Insolvency (England and Wales) Rules 2016, a petitioner typically advertises notice of the petition in The Gazette no less than seven business days after serving the petition on the company, unless the court orders otherwise.
What this means for suppliers, creditors and counterparties
The presentation of a petition creates statutory considerations for credit managers and commercial counterparties trading with the target company:
1. Section 127 Validation Risks: Under section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986, any disposition of company property made after the presentation of a winding-up petition is void if the court ultimately issues a winding-up order, unless validated by court order.
2. Banking Operations: Financial institutions frequently freeze active bank accounts upon discovering a presented petition or its advertisement in The Gazette to protect against section 127 liability.
3. Credit Exposure Review: Trade suppliers supplying goods or services on deferred payments typically re-evaluate credit limits, request cash-on-delivery payment terms, or enforce Retention of Title (RoT) clauses where applicable.
How to run a winding up petition search
Commercial teams reviewing exposure to UK companies can verify petition status through established public channels. Performing a winding up search or checking daily High Court cause lists provides early awareness of pending petitions before statutory advertisements appear in official publications.
- Central Registry Search: Credit risk teams can search the High Court CE-File system or inspect the today's winding up petitions list to monitor daily filings.
- Companies House Monitoring: Setting up free company monitoring enables automated alerts whenever new insolvency notices or director filings are registered against a target company.
- The Gazette Register: Statutory notices are indexed in The Gazette following service and court directions.
For credit teams and suppliers
Credit management teams and legal departments facing potential credit exposure should ensure timely petition checks during client onboarding and trade credit renewals. Missing a High Court presentation can lead to unrecoverable debt if assets are frozen under section 127 orders. Conducting a routine winding up petition search prior to extending substantial credit or releasing inventory mitigates immediate exposure to pending insolvency proceedings.
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FAQ
What happens after a winding-up petition is filed?
Once a petition is presented at the Central Registry, the petitioner must serve the petition on the company's registered office. A court hearing date is allocated where the court hears submissions regarding the debt and determines whether to grant a winding-up order, dismiss the petition, or adjourn the hearing.
How long does it take from filing to a court hearing?
Court hearings for winding-up petitions presented in the High Court are typically scheduled between six and ten weeks from the initial presentation date, depending on court listing capacity and procedural service requirements.
Does a winding-up petition mean the company is insolvent?
No. Presentation of a petition indicates that an alleged creditor claims an unpaid debt exceeding £750 and has petitioned the court. The debt may be disputed, subject to counterclaims, or satisfied prior to the scheduled court hearing.
When is a winding-up petition advertised in The Gazette?
Under insolvency rules, a petition is usually advertised in The Gazette at least seven business days after service on the company, provided no court injunction prohibiting advertisement has been granted.
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.