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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| JD Wetherspoon plc | The Fletton Brick, Fletcher Road, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 7FY |
Application for the grant of a new premises licence Applicant seek to authorise the following licensable activities. The provision of late night refreshment: Sunday to Wednesday 23:00 to 00:30 and Thursday to Saturday 23:00 to 01:00 The supply of alcohol: Sunday to Wednesday 08:00 to 00:30 and Thursday to Saturday 23:00 to 01:00 Non standard timings will also apply. |
24 August 2026 |
| Wyboston Lakes Limited | Woodlands Event Centre, Wyboston Lakes Business and Leisure Village, Wyboston, MK44 3AL |
Application for the grant of a new premises licence Applicant seek to authorise the following licensable activities. The provision of films, recorded music: Monday to Thursday 07:00 to 01:00, Friday and Saturday 07:00 to 02:00, Sunday 07:00 to 00:00 Indoor sporting events, live music, performances of dance and anything similar: Monday to Thursday 11:00 to 01:00, Friday and Saturday 11:00 to 02:00, Sunday 12:00 to 00:00 The provision of late night refreshment: Monday to Thursday 23:00 to 01:00, Friday and Saturday 23:00 to 02:00, Sunday 23:00 to 00:00 The supply of alcohol: Monday to Thursday 07:00 to 01:00, Friday and Saturday 07:00 to 02:00, Sunday 07:00 to 00:00 Non standard timings will also apply |
27 August 2026 |
| Indran Poopalapillai | Wilstead Post Office and Stores, 33 Cotton End Road, Wilstead, Bedford MK45 3BX |
Application for a minor variation to an existing premises licence. Applicant seeks to amend the conditions attached to the licence. |
1 September 2026 |
| Indran Poopalapillai | MAS Supermarket, 77-81 Iddesleigh Road, Bedford MK40 4LJ |
Application for a minor variation to an existing premises licence. Applicant seeks to amend the conditions attached to the licence. |
1 September 2026 |
| Indran Poopalapillai | Queens Park Supermarket, 48A Honey Hill Road, Bedford MK40 4NW |
Application for a minor variation to an existing premises licence. Applicant seeks to amend the conditions attached to the licence. |
1 September 2026 |
| Barley and Vine Limited | Bedford Arms, 57 High Street, Oakley, Bedford, MK43 7RH |
Application for a variation to an existing premises licence. Applicant seeks to extend the licensable area for the sale of alcohol to include the outside area as per the new plan.
|
18 September 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.