On Licence

The Fox

Licence summary from On Licence, 29 September 2026

Premises
The Fox
Address
The Fox, 469 Luton Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 3QE
Licence
Premises licence, LN/200500926
Status
In force (register: Current Licence)
Issued
12 December 2020
Licensing authority
St Albans City Council
Activities
Sale of alcohol, Recorded music, Films
Food hygiene rating
5 out of 5 (very good)

What the licence permits

Opening hours on the licence
Mon to Wed 09:00-00:30, Thu to Sat 09:00-01:30, Sun 09:00-00:30, other: see text
Films
Mon to Wed 10:00-00:00, Thu to Sat 10:00-01:00, Sun 10:00-00:00, other: see text
Recorded Music
Mon to Wed 10:00-00:00, Thu to Sat 10:00-01:00, Sun 10:00-00:00, other: see text
Alcohol Sales On
Mon to Wed 10:00-00:00, Thu to Sat 10:00-01:00, Sun 10:00-00:00, other: see text
Alcohol Sales Off
Mon to Wed 10:00-00:00, Thu to Sat 10:00-01:00, Sun 10:00-00:00, other: see text
Late Night Refresh
Mon to Wed 23:00-00:00, Thu to Sat 23:00-01:00, Sun 23:00-00:00, other: see text
Licence conditions (41)
  1. Films:
  2. Will take place indoors.
  3. Details: To permit amplified music video, sport, entertainment programmes and any entertainment of like kind (nothing of an adult nature)
  4. Non standard timings: In the event of the transmission of any recognised international event which falls outside the current permitted hours on the premises licence to permit the activity commencing 1 hour before the start of the event and ending 1 hour after the event. Details of which to be notified in writing to the police 14 days beforehand. The event will not proceed if the police serve, 7 days prior to the event, written notice upon the designated premises supervisor.
  5. To extend the hours for licensable activities to commence from the start of permitted hours on New Years Eve and continue until the terminal hour on New Years Day
  6. Recorded music:
  7. To take place indoors.
  8. Details: Amplified recorded music, usually played in the background.
  9. No standard timings: (see films)
  10. Late night refreshment:
  11. To take place both indoors and outdoors.
  12. Details: Hot drink or food sold in conjunction with the supply of alcohol if required.
  13. Non standard timings: (see films)
  14. Supply of alcohol:
  15. Supply of alcohol for consumption both on and off the premises.
  16. Hours premises are open to the public:
  17. Non standard timings: (see films) and [standard timings] include any early morning opening (for non-licensable activities), all hours relating to licensable activities and an additional 30 minute voluntary closure policy, as per our operating schedule.
  18. General - all 4 licensing objectives:
  19. The Fox is part of and operated by Landmark Leisure Limited. Managers are employed by the company and operate under the direction and procedures of the company. We adopt a corporate approach to risk management across the whole estate. This ensures a consistent approach to the management of risk in each of our businesses through a range of policies, procedures and roles. This approach is fundamental to our operating principles and is integrated into the way we run our businesses.
  20. We refer to the attached document, 'Mitchells and Butler - A Guide to our Policies'. This document, which does not form part of this operating schedule, demonstrates our total commitment to best practice policies, enforced and monitored at this site. It is not possible to submit such policies as potential conditions as they are obviously subject to other legislation, corporate responsibility considerations and market conditions, and are therefore liable to change from time to time.
  21. This is a new application that does not represent a fundamental change in the way in which this premises has already been trading under its existing licences and conditions. We have carefully considered the risks and benefits associated with the additional hour(s) applied for and where additional steps are necessary and proportionate to address the licensing objectives have indicated them.
  22. The prevention of crime and disorder:
  23. Our voluntary closure policy for the operation is 30 minutes after the approved closure time for the supply of alcohol.
  24. The company monitors the need for door supervisors and in so doing takes into account any advice given by the police.
  25. The pub manager is required to actively participate in and support local Pubwatch scheme (where active).
  26. Toughened glass is currently in use and will continue to be used during any additional hours.
  27. Where existing, CCTV system will continue to operate during the additional hours.
  28. In line with our Alcohol and Social Responsibility Policy there will be no promotions that encourage illegal, irresponsible or immoderate consumption.
  29. Public safety:
  30. We already understand our obligations under existing Health and Safety legislation, take our responsibilities seriously and have extensive policies and practices in place to meet these obligations (see 'Guide to our Policies')
  31. It is our opinion that the nature of the operation and proposed grant will not lead to any increase in risk of the public safety. The existing policies will simply be extended to cover the relevant small increase in opening hours. Our internal health and safety due diligence and incident reporting system will operate during the additional hour(s).
  32. The prevention of public nuisance:
  33. The style and nature of the operation will not differ significantly from the existing trading operation. Indeed, any grant of the additional hour(s) will of itself promote the licensing objectives as stated at paragraph 3.29 of the Guidance, in allowing customers to emerge from premises at a more gradual rate.
  34. Reasonable steps are taken to recognise the rights of local residents and to encourage customers to leave the premises quietly.
  35. Managers are required to liase with local neighbours where they are aware of any reasonable concerns as part of their duties and seek to resolve them in accordance with our Role in the Community Guidelines.
  36. The protection of children from harm:
  37. We recognise the importance of protecting children from harm and this is supported by:
  38. 1) Our commitment to health and safety in the operation and maintenance of the premises.
  39. 2) Our approach to managing the risk of under-age drinking.
  40. We will at all times observe the law and ensure that alcohol is not served to people who are under 18 years of age. The manager and staff are briefed in the importance of their responsibilities in ensuring customers are over 18.
  41. No adult entertainment (paid for by the company of a nude physical nature) is permitted at these premises. Any children under 16 remain the responsibility of the accompanying adult when using the premises (and/or exterior area). Staff are not allowed to be in sole supervision of children which remains the responsibility of the accompanying adult at all times.

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/the-fox-al5-2e5955271a