BoyleSports is the largest and most successful independently-owned bookmaker on the island of Ireland. Founded in 1989 by John Boyle, the business has grown to over 240 shops in Ireland and now offers telephone, mobile and internet betting and gaming services in Ireland, the UK and a range of other international markets. BoyleSports HQ in the Republic of Ireland is located on the outskirts of Dundalk which straddles the border with Northern Ireland. The company currently employs over 1,700 employees throughout Ireland. BoyleSports is regulated for betting and gaming activities in Ireland, the UK and Gibraltar. A Marketing Operations centre was opened in 2015, based in Ocean Village, Gibraltar, employing over 20 staff. Proud sponsors of the BoyleSports Irish Grand National at Fairhouse, BoyleSports Irish Greyhound Derby at Shelbourne Park, RTE Racing and the BoyleSports Champion Chase at Punchestown.