Who needs a licence
If you are selling alcohol, you will need certain licences.
Any premises where alcohol will be sold on a permanent basis need a premises licence.
Premises that wish to sell alcohol will also require a designated premises supervisor (DPS) who holds a personal licence.
Qualifying members’ clubs (such as the Royal British Legion, working men’s clubs, and rugby clubs) need a club premises certificate. Club premises don’t require a DPS.
Anyone planning to sell or supply alcohol or provide regulated entertainment on a temporary basis must submit a temporary event notice (TEN).
If you’re not sure whether or not you need a licence for providing entertainment, please see the GOV.UK website for guidance.
If you’re planning an event where a TEN can’t be used, for example if the total attendance will exceed the 499 people limit set for a TEN, then you will need to apply for a premises licence instead. Premises licences can be granted for a fixed period or on an ongoing basis.
View our statement of licensing policy.
Street parties
Read the government's street party guidance, if you're thinking of organising a street party.