Under the Licensing Act 2003, responsible authorities and others have 28 days from the application date for a Premises Licence/Club Premises Certificate (and variation) to make representation to the Licensing Authority.
Representations must be made in writing and it is an offence under Section 158 of the LA 2003 knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application. Those who make up a false statement may be liable on summary conviction to a fine of any amount.
Premises Licence and Club Premises Certificates
Applicant | Address of Premises | Details of application | Last date for representations |
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The Hangar Cafe and Bar Limited | The Hangar Cafe and Bar, 15B Beauvais Square, Shortstown, Bedford, MK42 0GE |
Application for the grant of a new premises licence. Applicant seeks to authorise: The supply of alcohol for consumption on and off the premises: Monday to Sunday 10:00 to 21:30 |
15 September 2025 |
Distinct Group Limited | The Bedford Swan Hotel, The Embankment, Bedford, MK40 1RW |
Application to vary an existing premises licence as follows: To amend and remove some of the licence conditions and to voluntarily add a condition to ensure all conditions are relevant, clear, unambiguous and support the Licensing Objectives. |
15 September 2025 |
Labyrinth Festivals Limited | Tofte Manor Open Space, Souldrop Road, Sharnbrook, MK44 1HH |
Application for the grant of a new premises licence. Applicant seeks to authorise: The provision of plays, films, live music, recorded music, performances of dance and anything of a similar description both indoors and outdoors Friday 16:00 to 22:30, Saturday 13:00 to 22:30 and Sunday 13:00 to 22:00 The supply of alcohol for consumption on the premises only: Friday 16:00 to 22:00, Saturday 13:00 to 22:00 and Sunday 13:00 to 21:30 |
17 September 2025 |
JK Superstore Limited | JK Superstore, 14 Quantrellle Court, Shortstown, Bedford, MK42 0UF |
Application for the grant of a new premises licence. Applicant seeks to authorise: The supply of alcohol for consumption off the premises only: Monday to Sunday 06:00 to 00:00 |
10 October 2025 |
A Public Register showing the address, operating schedule and plan of premise can be viewed by appointment at the Council offices by emailing: Licensing@bedford.gov.uk
Download a summary of applications received for Temporary Event Notices, DPS Variations and Transfer of Premises Licences (PDF).
Licensing Service
Borough Hall
Cauldwell Street
Bedford
MK42 9AP
For more information about licensing, please visit the Home Office website.