On Licence

Harris Park Bowling Club

Licence summary from On Licence, 1 October 2026

Premises
Harris Park Bowling Club
Address
Harris Park, Fern Bank, Cockermouth, CUMBRIA, CA13 0DF
Licence
Club premises certificate, CP0070
Status
In force (register: Current)
Issued
6 December 2024
Licensing authority
Cumberland Council
Food hygiene rating
5 out of 5 (very good)

What the licence permits

Opening hours on the licence
Mon to Fri 10:00-23:00, Sat 10:00-00:00, Sun 10:00-23:00
Opening hours, other times
Seasonal Variations: 20:30-00:30 Christmas Party One Sat in Dec; New Years Eve 20:30-01:00
Indoor sporting event
Mon to Fri 13:00-20:30, Sat and Sun 10:00-13:00
Performance of live music (Indoors)
Sat 20:30-23:30
Performance of live music (Indoors), other times
Seasonal Variations: 20:30-00:30 Christmas Party One Sat in Dec; New Years Eve 20:30-01:00
Playing of recorded music (Indoors)
Sat 20:30-23:30
Playing of recorded music (Indoors), other times
Seasonal Variations: 20:30-00:30 Christmas Party One Sat in Dec; New Years Eve 20:30-01:00
Provision of facilities for dancing (Indoors)
Sat 20:30-23:30
Provision of facilities for dancing (Indoors), other times
Seasonal Variations: 20:30-00:30 Christmas Party One Sat in Dec; New Years Eve 20:30-01:00
The supply of alcohol by or on behalf of a club, or to the order of, a member of the club for consumption ON the premises only
Mon to Fri 10:00-23:00, Sat 10:00-00:00, Sun 10:00-23:00
The supply of alcohol by or on behalf of a club, or to the order of, a member of the club for consumption ON the premises only, other times
Seasonal Variations: 20:30-00:30 Christmas Party One Sat in Dec; New Years Eve 20:30-01:00
The sale by retail of alcohol by or on behalf of a club to a guest of a member of the club for consumption on the premises where the sale takes place
Mon to Fri 10:00-23:00, Sat 10:00-00:00, Sun 10:00-23:00
The sale by retail of alcohol by or on behalf of a club to a guest of a member of the club for consumption on the premises where the sale takes place, other times
Seasonal Variations: 20:30-00:30 Christmas Party One Sat in Dec; New Years Eve 20:30-01:00
Licence conditions (13)
  1. PPN4 All external doors and windows shall be kept closed when regulated entertainment is being provided except in the event of an emergency. PPN6 The licence holder or his representative shall conduct regular assessments of the noise coming from the premises on every occasion the premises are used for regulated entertainment and shall take steps to reduce the level of noise where it is likely to cause a disturbance to local residents. A written record shall be made of those assessments in a log book kept for that purpose and shall include the time and date of the checks, the person making them and the results including any remedial action. PPN9 There shall be placed at all exits from the premises in a place where they can be seen and easily read by the public (or member and their guests) notices pointing out the needs of local residents and the need to leave the premises and the area quietly. (Note: this includes reference to vehicles.) PPN10 No explosive, firework or pyrotechnic shall be discharged in or from the premises which may cause a disturbance to the local area. Notice of a proposed event shall be served on the Council, the Chief Fire Officer, the Environmental Health Officer and the Chief Police Officer, not less than 28 days before the proposed date of any such event. Any such event shall be conducted in accordance with conditions or restrictions required by the Chief Fire Officer, the Environmental Health Officer and the Chief Police Officer. PPN14 The placing of bottles into receptacles outside the premises is not permitted to take place after/between the hours of 2000 and 0800 to minimise disturbance to nearby properties. PPN 15 The playing of live or recorded music in garden areas and other external spaces of the premises is not permitted. PS1 - Gas Testing Any gas boiler, calorifier or other gas appliances will be tested at least every 12 months by CORGI authorised workmen and subsequent satisfactory and valid inspection report to be available on sit
  2. We comply with all the rules and regulations given to us by the many differing bodies to the best of our ability.
  3. Our premises are kept clean and tidy in all areas. All waste food is disposed of in black plastic bags into wheelie bins. Most bottles from the bar are returnable and left inside until collected; any other bottles are disposed of with the waste.
  4. The buildings are all locked up when not in use with the bug windows metal shuttered and some windows barred.
  5. All our outside benches are secured to the concrete or wall.
  6. Crime and disorder has not been an issue as the clientele of the club is mature - mostly senior citizens.
  7. All safety and fire regulations are adhered to with regular checks of equipment taking place.
  8. We have facilities for wheelchair users - a ramp to the building and a disabled toilet.
  9. Kitchen facilities are of a good standard and kept clean with a personal hand washing facility.
  10. Any member becoming offensive can be brought before the Committee and membership is taken away if necessary.
  11. No alcohol is taken out of the bar area.
  12. Children are always accompanied by an adult that they know, usually family, and never served alcohol.
  13. No children attend evening socials.

Licensed hours are the most a premises may open or trade under its licence, not its actual opening times.

Compiled from Cumberland Council's public licensing register. The council's register is the authoritative record. https://onlicence.uk/premises/harris-park-bowling-club-ca13-8583a39be3