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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stewartby and Kempston Hardwick Parish Council | Dave Law Sports Pavilion and Sports Field, Park Crescent, Stewartby, Bedford, MK43 9NL |
Application for the grant of a new premises licence. Applicant seeks to authorise the provision of films, live and recorded music and performances of dance and anything of a similar description (outdoors only) Monday to Sunday 11:00 to 22:00 The sale by retail of alcohol for consumption on the premises only Monday to Sunday 11:00 to 21:45 |
20 April 2026 |
| Chief Officer of Bedfordshire Police | 66 High Street, Bedford, MK40 1NT |
Application for a Summary Review of a premises licence as follows: On behalf of the Chief Constable of Bedfordshire Police, we request the expedited review of the premises license of Lagos 66 High Street, Bedford, under the licensing objective of the Prevention of Crime and Disorder, Promotion of Public Safety, as outlined in the Licensing Act 2003. Following a knife incident within the premises on Monday 6 April 2026, Bedfordshire Police have concerns that the premises have failed to prevent a weapon entering the premises, inadequate search procedures at entry point and limited visible management control at the time of the incident |
24 April 2026 |
| Bedford Blues Limited | Bedford Rugby Club, Goldington Road, Bedford, MK40 3NF |
Application for the grant of a new premises licence. Applicant seeks to authorise the provision of live and recorded music and performances of dance indoors and outdoors. Sunday to Thursday 10:00 to 23:00 Friday and Saturday 10:00 to 00:00 Outdoor entertainment will only take place on a maximum of 3 days per calendar year between the hours of 12:00 and 23:00. The sale by retail of alcohol for consumption on and off the premises Sunday to Thursday 10:00 to 23:00 Friday and Saturday 10:00 to 00:00 Non Standard timings apply to all. |
26 April 2026 |
| Prasath Vasantharajah | BF Sushi, 8 Thurlow Street, Bedford, MK40 1LR |
Application for the grant of a new premises licence. Applicant seeks to authorise the sale by retail of alcohol for consumption off the premises only Monday to Sunday 11:30 to 23:00 |
29 April 2026 |
| Karl Hull | The Mill, Mill Road, Sharnbrook, Bedford, MK44 1NP |
Application for the grant of a new premises licence. Applicant seeks to authorise The supply of alcohol for consumption on and off the premises 24 hours a day from Monday to Sunday (for residents and their guests only). The supply of alcohol for consumption on and off the premises from 10:00 to 00:00 from Monday to Sunday (for non-residents). The provision of regulated entertainment (live music, recorded music) from 10:00 to 00:00 from Monday to Sunday. Provision of late-night refreshment from 23:00 to 00.00 Monday to Sunday; Non standard timings apply for New Year's Eve. |
8 May 2026 |
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.