Museum Of Kent Life

Licensed under the Licensing Act

Museum Of Kent Life Lock Lane Boxley Maidstone Kent ME14 3AU

Premises licence 23/02740/LAPDPS

In force

Museum Of Kent Life holds a premises licence from Maidstone Borough Council, reference 23/02740/LAPDPS. It was issued on 4 August 2023. The council's register shows it as in force.

The record

Licence type: Premises Licence - Change DPS
Reference: 23/02740/LAPDPS
Status on register: Issued
Issued: 4 August 2023
Venue type: Arts or events venue
Food hygiene rating: 5 out of 5 (very good), inspected 12 December 2025 (as Kent Life)
Licensing authority: Maidstone Borough Council
Postcode: ME14 3AU
First seen by On Licence: 23 September 2026

Licensable activities

Maidstone Borough Council's register does not list activities for this licence. The full licence, with its conditions and hours, is held by the council.

History

4 August 2023Premises Licence - Change DPS

What the licence permits

Opening hours on the licence: Every day 10:00-01:00
Recorded music: Every day 10:00-01:00
Performances of dance: Every day 10:00-00:00
Anything similar to E, F, or G: Every day 10:00-00:00
Sale or Supply of Alcohol: Every day 10:00-01:00
Late Night Refreshment: Every day 23:00-00:00
Plays: Every day 10:00-00:00
Films: Every day 12:00-00:00
Indoor sporting events: Every day 10:00-00:00
Live music: Every day 10:00-01:00
Opening Hours (Non-standard): Permitted (hours not listed)

Licence conditions (22)

A detailed site plan, Event Management Plan and accompanying risk assessments will be sent to the licensing authority and the responsible authorities for inspection and comment in advance of any licensed event.
The premise license holder will fully consult with the Events safety advisory group and will comply with conditions agreed between the premises license holder and the Event safety group.
The management of the event will comply with all current legislation, and will take account of all relevant current guidance including the Event Safety Guide, BS7909:2008 and managing crowds safely.
All site structures will be in place and available for inspection by the licensing authority on the morning of the event, prior to opening time.
The DPS will satisfy himself that any members of staff dispensing alcohol are fully aware of their legal responsibilities in that respect.
An experienced Event Safety Coordinator will be contracted by the premise License Holder during the planning and duration of the event.
Appropriate levels of security and stewarding will be employed in accordance with Event Management Plan, risk assessments and BS8406:2003. Details of the proposed security inclusion staffing numbers will be included in the event management plan.
The Premises License Holder will work closely with Kent Police to minimise any risks of crime and disorder.
A drugs policy will be drawn up in consultation with Kent Police, and will form part of the event
Appropriate levels of security and stewarding, first aid / Paramedic cover and Fire Prevention equipment and personnel will be employed in accordance with Event Management Plan and risk assessments.
A full fire risk assessment will be undertaken, and the Premises License Holder will work closely with Kent Fire & Rescue Service.
No glass bottles containing alcohol or other beverages, whether opened or sealed, shall be sold or giving to customers on the premises. All drinks will be dispensed to customers in plastic or paper drinks containers.
The Event Management Plan and accompanying risk assessments will take into account the safety of the public at all times they are on site. Specific arrangements will take in to account the safety of disabled people.
Unobstructed exits for the public and access for emergency vehicles will be maintained whilst the premises are open.
Safety checks will be carried out by the Event Safety Officer prior to admitting the public.
When disabled people are present, adequate arrangements must exist to enable their safe evacuation in the event of an emergency. Staff must be aware of disabilities and react according to a pre-determined plan and disabled people on the premises must be aware of the arrangements in place to enable their safe evacuation in the event of an emergency. All escape routes and exits must be kept unobstructed, in good order with non-slippery and even surfaces, free of trip hazards and clearly identified.
Any use of special effects will be notified to the licensing authority at least ten days prior to the event.
Drinking water (e.g. tap water) shall be available to patrons in sufficient quantities at all times when patrons are present on the premises.
External lighting will be positioned so as to not cause nuisance to neighbouring or adjoining properties.
The Licensee shall ensure that waste and refuse are removed in timely manner to a licensed waste facility.
Special events condition: There shall be a maximum of 8 events per year where music may be discernible beyond the boundary of the premises and such events will /shall operate between 10:00 and 23:00 only.
A noise management plan including procedures for monitoring levels during the event, the locations to be monitored, management authority for reducing sound levels and procedures for dealing with complaints will be sent to Licensing authority and the responsible authorities for inspection and comment in advance of the licensed event. Signs will request that departin

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

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