The Licensing (Premises) Sub-Committee of Buckinghamshire Council met on Tuesday 13 October 2026 to consider an application for the review of the premises licence for Penn and Tylers Green Sports and Social Club. The committee decided to modify the conditions of the premises licence, primarily to address concerns about public nuisance caused by noise from events.

Review of Penn and Tylers Green Sports and Social Club Licence

The Sub-Committee considered an application for a review of the premises licence for Penn and Tylers Green Sports and Social Club, located at Elm Road, Penn, HP10 8LF. The review was initiated by residents represented by Alasdair Kennedy of Red Hawk Safety and Licensed Solutions Ltd, citing concerns related to the prevention of public nuisance and public safety.

The primary issue raised by residents was excessive noise from events held in a temporary marquee erected in the club's car park. Residents reported that amplified music from these events, particularly private parties and during the summer months, was audible inside their homes with windows closed, disrupting sleep and the enjoyment of their properties. Concerns were also raised about the marquee being erected for extended periods without planning permission and without being included on the premises licence plan, meaning licensable activities within it were not authorised under the existing licence.

Nigel Miller, Chairman of Penn and Tylers Green Football Club, acknowledged that noise issues had occurred and apologised for the disturbance caused. He explained that the club, run by volunteers, had made investments in parking and communication, and had taken steps to address concerns following the event on 9 May 2026. Mr Miller committed to future improvements, including limiting the marquee's use to 28 days a year, using it only for club and community events, ensuring it was sited within the licensed area, and adhering to stricter finishing times for music and alcohol sales. He also proposed clarifying existing licence conditions regarding music cessation times.

The Sub-Committee found the residents' evidence compelling, noting that the marquee was not part of the licensed premises plan and that licensable activities within it were not authorised. While acknowledging improvements made by the club after May 2026, the committee expressed disappointment that noise issues were not addressed sooner and that the club had not been fully aware of its licensing permissions.

Decision: The Sub-Committee resolved to modify the conditions of the premises licence. Specifically:

• Outdoor Music Restriction: Live and recorded amplified music in external areas will be restricted to between 14:00 and 21:00 hours on Fridays and Saturdays. This restriction has an exception for the annual 'Party on the Pitch' event held in June.
• Clarification of Music Cessation: Existing licence condition 6, stating All music will cease at 23:00 hours, was amended to clarify that it applies only to indoor music. This avoids conflict with the new restriction on outdoor music.
• Resident Communication and Contact: New conditions were imposed requiring the premises to provide advance notice of events to nearby residents, including the date, finishing time, and contact details for a responsible person on duty.
• Complaints Log: A written complaints log must be maintained at the premises to record any complaints related to licensable activities. This log must include details of the complaint, actions taken, and the person receiving the complaint, and must be available to authorised officers.
• Staff Training: All staff and volunteers involved in the sale or supply of alcohol will receive additional training on all four licensing objectives, including the prevention of public nuisance, with refresher training every 12 months.

The Sub-Committee determined that it was not appropriate to impose conditions on the marquee itself, as this would be inconsistent with the current licence. They also noted that the use of Temporary Event Notices (TENs) is a separate legal process that cannot be restricted by licence conditions. Concerns regarding parking were acknowledged but not deemed sufficient to warrant additional licence conditions, as these matters were considered to fall more appropriately within the remit of the highways authority. The Sub-Committee also considered the Human Rights Act 1998 in reaching its decision.