On Licence

Loch Fyne

Licence summary from On Licence, 1 October 2026

Premises
Loch Fyne
Address
Loch Fyne, 5 Verulam Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 4DA
Licence
Premises licence, LN/200600421
Status
In force (register: Current Licence)
Issued
4 October 2021
Licensing authority
St Albans City Council
Activities
Sale of alcohol, Recorded music, Live music

What the licence permits

Opening hours on the licence
Mon to Sat 09:00-23:30, Sun 09:00-23:00, other: On New Year's Eve from the end of the hours until the start time on New Year's day
Live Music
Mon to Sat 12:00-23:00, Sun 12:00-22:30, other: From the end of the hours for the sale of alcohol on New Year's Eve until the start of the hours for the sale of alcohol on New Year's day
Late Night Refresh
Mon to Sat 23:00-23:30, other: 23:00 - 05:00 New Year's Eve
Alcohol Sales On
Mon to Sat 10:00-23:00, Sun 11:00-22:30, other: From the end of the hours for the sale of alcohol on New Year's Eve until the start of the hours for the sale of alcohol on New Year's day
Alcohol Sales Off
Mon to Sat 10:00-23:00, Sun 11:00-22:30, other: From the end of the hours for the sale of alcohol on New Year's Eve until the start of the hours for the sale of alcohol on New Year's day
Recorded Music
Mon to Sat 09:00-23:30, Sun 09:00-23:00, other: On New Year's Eve from the end of the hours until the start time on New Year's day
Licence conditions (27)
  1. Annex 2 - Conditions consistent with the operating schedule
  2. a) General - all four licensing objectives
  3. 1. The premises will operate as a ground floor restaurant with an ancillary bar, with waiter/waitress service to customers occupying tables for sit-down meals.
  4. 2. Recorded music shall be played indoors only.
  5. 3. Music shall be played on a 'background' basis throughout opening hours, except during live music performances.
  6. 4. All the staff shall be trained in the appropriate legislation.
  7. b) The prevention of crime and disorder
  8. 1. Advice will be taken from local police in relation to local concerns.
  9. 2. All alcohol in the restaurant will be served to tables by waiter/waitress.
  10. c) Public safety
  11. 1. The licence holder shall be fully aware of its responsibilities in relation to Health and Safety.
  12. 2. Risk Assessments shall be undertaken periodically.
  13. d) The prevention of public nuisance
  14. 2. Live Music shall be limited to two-piece jazz (or similar) events, to finish no later than 10.30 pm (22.30), with windows closed during performances and limited amplification in the restaurant setting. If required, notices can be displayed reminding patrons to leave quietly and respect the local residential amenity.
  15. e) The protection of children from harm
  16. 1. Sales of alcohol will not be made to anyone who appears to be underage, or is unable to provide sufficient proof of their age.
  17. 2. No under-16's will be allowed in the bar area.
  18. Annex 3 - Conditions attached after a hearing by the licensing authority
  19. 1. Live music shall be performed indoors only and there shall be no more than 2 jazz (or similar) performers, usually late afternoon/evening. There shall be limited amplification in restaurant setting.
  20. 2. Late Night Refreshment shall be provided indoors only.
  21. c) Public safety:
  22. 1. As advised by the Fire Authority, the maximum permissible number of persons that may be present within the area indicated as used for licensable activities at one time must not exceed 228, broken down as follows: 148 in the restaurant area and 80 in the bar area. The two private dining rooms indicated on the licensing plan will not be used.
  23. d) The prevention of public nuisance:
  24. 1. There shall be no emptying, handling or movement of refuse containers or any associated activity likely to cause noise disturbance between the hours of 22.00 and 08.00 outside the perimeter of the premises.
  25. 2. A notice should be displayed at the entrance reminding patrons to leave the premises quietly.
  26. e) Protection of children from harm:
  27. 1. Accompanied children shall be allowed only in no smoking areas, which must be separated by a closed door from smoking areas except for access and use of the toilet facilities.

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

Compiled from St Albans City Council's public licensing register. The council's register is the authoritative record. https://onlicence.uk/premises/loch-fyne-al3-4559cfab3d