About premises alcohol licences
You need a premises alcohol licence for any premises or site offering licensable activities. Examples of licensable activities are:
- the sale of alcohol
- the provision of regulated entertainment, such as plays, live music, recorded music and dance - exemptions apply
- indoor sport and boxing
- the sale of hot food or drink between 11pm and 5am - exemptions apply
Find out more in our premises licence guidance:
The types of places that may need a premises licence include:
- pubs
- clubs
- restaurants
- take-away outlets
Read the premises guidance on specific topics for more information: