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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
13 May 2026 |
| Prasath Vasantharajah | Zenkai Grand Buffet, 8a Thurlow Street, Bedford, MK40 1LR |
Application for the grant of a new premises licence. Applicant seeks to authorise: The provision of late night refreshment indoors only Monday to Sunday 23:00 to 00:00 The sale by retail of alcohol for consumption on the premises only Monday to Sunday 12:00 to 00:00 |
17 May 2026 |
| Alderforce Limited | KFC Bedford DT, Unit 8 Interchange Retail Park, Ampthill Road, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 7AZ |
Application for the grant of a new premises licence. Applicant seeks to authorise: The provision of late night refreshment both indoors and outdoors Monday to Sunday 23:00 to 05:00 |
18 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.