Apply for a premises licence

You need a premises licence to provide any licensable activity from a specific venue.

Licensable activities are: 

• selling alcohol
• serving hot food or drink between 11pm and 5am
• offering regulated entertainment, such as plays, live music, recorded music and dance
• indoor sport and boxing 

Some exemptions apply.

Find out more in our premises licence guidance:

The types of places that may need a premises licence include:

• pubs and bars
• clubs
• restaurants
• late-night take-aways
• cinemas

Read the premises guidance on specific topics for more information:

Consulting with responsible authorities

As part of the licensing process for a premises licence, there are certain council departments and other organisations that need to be consulted. These are known as responsible authorities.

Find out more about responsible authorities for alcohol licence applications