The Licensing Sub-Committee of Barnet Council met on Thursday 18 June 2026 to consider a new premises licence application for Woodside Park Club. The meeting's agenda also included the standard procedural items for such hearings.

New Premises Licence Application for Woodside Park Club

The primary item scheduled for discussion was a new premises licence application for Woodside Park Club located at Southover, London N12 7JG. The application, submitted by Woodside Park Club Limited, sought permission for the playing of recorded music indoors and the sale of alcohol for consumption on the premises.

The proposed hours for playing recorded music were from 11:00 to 23:00 from Sunday to Thursday, and 11:00 to 00:00 on Fridays and Saturdays. The sale of alcohol was requested for the same hours. The premises would be open to the public from 11:00 to 23:30 from Sunday to Thursday, and 11:00 to 00:30 on Fridays and Saturdays.

The report pack indicated that the Licensing Authority had received valid representations from several local residents. These representations primarily related to the licensing objectives of the prevention of public nuisance, public safety, and the prevention of crime and disorder. Concerns were raised about noise from patrons, particularly during late-night dispersal, potential for anti-social behaviour, and the impact on the quiet residential character of the area. Some residents also highlighted issues related to traffic and parking, and the proximity of a children's nursery to the premises.

The applicant, Woodside Park Club Limited, already held a Club Premises Certificate for the same location, which permitted regulated entertainment and the supply of alcohol to club members and their guests within similar hours. The application for a new premises licence was intended to provide operational flexibility.

The report pack outlined the procedure for the hearing, which included presentations from the applicant and any other parties who had made representations. The Sub-Committee would then deliberate on the application, considering the representations, the Licensing Act 2003, the Statutory Guidance issued under section 182, and the Council's Statement of Licensing Policy 2025. The Sub-Committee was required to decide whether to grant the licence, potentially with modified conditions, exclude certain licensable activities, refuse to specify a premises supervisor, or reject the application entirely.

The report pack also detailed the Licensing Sub-Committee Hearing Procedure, which is based on regulations made under the Licensing Act 2003. This procedure outlines the steps for conducting hearings, including the appointment of a Chair, the presentation of cases, and the deliberation and announcement of decisions.

The agenda also included standard procedural items such as the appointment of a Chair, the declaration of interests, and the Licensing Sub-Committee Hearing Procedure itself.