The Licensing Panel of Hounslow Council was scheduled to meet on Tuesday 9 June 2026 to consider an application for a premises licence for The Manor Kitchen in Boston Manor Park. The panel was also scheduled to review the council's licensing policy and discuss procedures for panel hearings.

Application for Premises Licence at The Manor Kitchen

The primary focus of the meeting was to consider an application for a premises licence for The Manor Kitchen, located in Boston Manor Park, Boston Manor Road, Brentford. The application, submitted by Good Apples Ltd, sought permission to supply alcohol for consumption on and off the premises, and to provide live and recorded music. The proposed operating hours for the supply of alcohol were Monday to Sunday, 11:30 to 22:00, with music scheduled from 10:00 to 20:00 daily. The premises' opening hours were proposed as 10:00 to 22:00, Monday to Sunday.

The report pack outlined the applicant's proposed operating schedule, detailing measures to promote the four licensing objectives: the prevention of crime and disorder, public safety, the prevention of public nuisance, and the protection of children from harm. These measures included a Challenge 25 policy for alcohol sales, a comprehensive CCTV system, staff training, and the use of polycarbonate drinking vessels for outdoor consumption.

The report also detailed that while no representations were received from responsible authorities such as the Metropolitan Police or Licensing Enforcement, one representation was received from other persons. This representation raised concerns about the potential for alcohol abuse by young people and noise nuisance from music. The applicant, Jonathan Ashby of Good Apples Ltd, was expected to provide a response to these concerns, clarifying that the application was not intended to create a large-scale outdoor drinking venue but to support the existing operation of The Manor Kitchen and cultural activities at Boston Manor House. He was also expected to highlight plans to activate the space and decrease anti-social behaviour through increased positive, family-friendly use.

The report pack included correspondence between the applicant and Licensing Enforcement officers, including proposed conditions agreed upon by the Police and Licensing Enforcement, which were attached as Appendix C to the report. These conditions covered various aspects of operation, including opening hours, sale of alcohol, live and recorded music, CCTV, incident logging, age verification, and litter patrols.

Hounslow Licensing Policy

The panel was also scheduled to consider the Hounslow Licensing Policy ¹. This policy document outlines the council's approach to licensing applications and aims to promote the four licensing objectives. It details the council's vision for Hounslow, its integration with other local policies such as the Community Safety Strategy and the Local Plan, and provides guidance for applicants. The policy also covers specific considerations such as cumulative impact, temporary event notices, personal licences, enforcement, and the promotion of public health.

Panel Procedures

The meeting agenda also included items related to the Order of Business and the Procedure for the conduct of Panel hearings. These items would have outlined the established process for the panel's deliberations, including the appointment of a chair, the presentation of applications, the opportunity for applicants and objectors to speak, and the decision-making process, all in accordance with the principles of natural justice.