The Licensing Sub-Committee of North Somerset Council is scheduled to meet on Friday 18 September 2026. The primary focus of the meeting will be a discussion regarding a proposed variation to the premises licence for Sand Bay Holiday Village.

Variation to Premises Licence at Sand Bay Holiday Village

A significant item on the agenda is the proposed variation to the premises licence for Sand Bay Holiday Village in Kewstoke, Weston-super-Mare. The application, submitted by Britannia Jinky Jersey Ltd, seeks to extend the licensable activities, including live music, recorded music, performance of dance, late night refreshment, and the sale of alcohol, to 3am on Fridays and Saturdays. This proposed extension would also apply to non-standard timings such as Christmas Eve, Boxing Day, New Year's Day, and bank holiday weekends.

The report pack indicates that consultation has been carried out, and 13 representations have been received from local residents. These representations primarily raise concerns related to public safety and the prevention of public nuisance. Specific issues mentioned include noise from music and patrons, potential drink-driving incidents due to the rural location and limited public transport, and light pollution affecting local wildlife. Some residents have expressed that the current licensing hours already cause disturbance, and extending them further would exacerbate these issues. The report also notes that the applicant has agreed to additional conditions requested by the Police, which would be added to the licence if granted. The committee will need to determine the application for the variation of the Premises Licence.

The meeting will also include the adoption of the hearing procedure, which outlines the process for considering licensing applications. This procedure details how the Chairperson will introduce members, how parties can ask questions, and how the sub-committee will withdraw to consider submissions and make its decision.