Public Register of Licensing Act Applications

Last Updated: 27 March 2023

Under the Licensing Act 2003 a premises licence is required where one or more licensable activities are provided at the venue concerned.

Licensable activities are defined as:

• the sale by retail of alcohol
• the supply of alcohol by or on behalf of a club to, or to the order of, a member of the club
• the provision of regulated entertainment
• the provision of late night refreshment

Under the Act, we are required to maintain a public register of applications for premises licences in South Lakeland.

The Public register below lists any variations and transfers made to licensing applications.

South Lakes best practice guidance

There is a shared partnership responsibility between us, as the licensing authority, Cumbria Police, Cumbria Fire and Rescue and most importantly the Premises Licence Holder or Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS) to supervise and enforce activities associated with premises licences.

Our partnership policy is to work for compliance and seek best working practices. We will only resort to legal action when this has failed, or due to circumstances, is likely to fail.

South Lakes best practice guidance (PDF 1.15MB / 37 pages) will help you to deliver responsible management of your premises in line with the licensing objectives. If you require further advice, contact any partner agencies outlined in the guidance document.