The Licensing Act Sub Committee of Cornwall Council met on Wednesday 23 September 2026 to consider an application to vary a premises licence for Arcade Wines. The committee granted the application, allowing for the sale of alcohol for consumption on the premises between 11 am and 5 pm.

Variation of Premises Licence for Arcade Wines

The Licensing Act Sub Committee considered an application to vary the premises licence for Arcade Wines, located at 6 The Arcade, Market Jew Street, Penzance, TR18 2EJ. The application sought to allow the sale of alcohol for consumption on the premises between 11 am and 5 pm, in addition to the existing off-sales provision.

The applicant, represented by the Managing Director of Arcade Wines, explained that the premises is a wine shop that also plans to host temporary food pop-up events. The variation was requested to enable in-house wine tastings and to support the financial viability of the business. The applicant stated that only wine and beer would be sold for on-site consumption, with no spirits. They also highlighted that measures would be in place to manage customers outside the premises, including signage requesting consideration for neighbours.

However, one resident, Cathryn Blythe, objected to the application. Ms. Blythe, whose property is located diagonally across Bread Street from Arcade Wines, expressed concerns about noise and patrons congregating on the pavement during a previous event. She stated that the narrowness of Bread Street and the proximity of her home to the premises meant that such activity could significantly impact her ability to relax in her own garden.

The committee heard from both the applicant and the objector. They noted that no representations were received from any of the Responsible Authorities. After considering the evidence and submissions, the Sub Committee resolved to grant the application as applied for. The reasons for the decision stated that there was insufficient evidence to demonstrate that the prevention of public nuisance licensing objective would be undermined by granting the variation. The committee also noted that the premises licence could be subject to review if issues arose that undermined the licensing objectives.

The meeting concluded at 10:33 am. The full details of the application and the committee's decision can be found in the Printed minutes of the meeting.