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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lagos Night Lounge Limited | Lagos, 66 High Street, Bedford, MK40 1NT |
Application to vary an existing premises licence as follows: To vary the hours for the supply of alcohol for consumption on and off the premises to 12:00 - 03:30 from Sunday to Thursday and 12:00 - 04:30 on a Friday and Saturday. To vary the hours for the provision of regulated entertainment (plays, films, live music, recorded music, performance of dance) to 12:00 - 03:30 from Sunday to Thursday and 12:00 - 04:30 on a Friday and Saturday. To vary the hours for the provision of late night refreshment to 23:00 - 03:30 Sunday to Thursday and 23:00 to 04:30 on a Friday and Saturday. To vary the opening hours for the premises to 08:00 - 04:00 Sunday to Thursday and 08:00 - 05:00 on a Friday and Saturday. To add the external area immediately outside the front of the premises to the area used for licensable activity. To amend existing condition relating to the last entry time from 01:00 to 03:00. To amend the existing condition relating to the use of the second floor roof garden and to allow regulated entertainment on the ground floor |
10 September 2025 |
| Bedford Fruit and Veg Limited | Robins News Food and Wine, 101 High Street, Bedford, MK40 1NE |
Application to vary an existing premises licence as follows: The supply of alcohol for consumption off the premises only from: Monday to Sunday 10:00 to 22:00 to Sunday to Thursday 10:00 to 00:00 Friday and Saturday 10:00 to 04:00 Changes to the layout of the premises and the addition of conditions to promote the prevention of crime and disorder objective. |
11 September 2025 |
| 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 |
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
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