You will need to apply for a premises licence if your business plans to do any of the following:
- supply alcohol
- play live or recorded music
- show or host film events
- sell hot food after 11pm and before 5am
- host boxing or wrestling entertainment
- host indoor sporting events
- put on performances of a play
If you plan to sell alcohol you will also need a personal licence for your designated premises supervisor - the person in charge of the day-to-day running of the business.
The cost of a premises licence is based on the rateable value of your business and can range from £100 to £635.
A premises licence is valid for as long as the business lasts or until it is revoked or surrendered.
You can read the licensing act policy statement for more details before applying.