The Old Bell

Licensed to sell alcohol

The Old Bell, 177 Luton Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 3BN

Premises licence LN/200500718

In force

The Old Bell holds a premises licence from St Albans City Council, reference LN/200500718. The register lists sale of alcohol, recorded music, live music and dance. It was issued on 20 October 2019. The council's register shows it as in force.

The record

Licence type: Premises Licence
Reference: LN/200500718
Status on register: Current Licence
Issued: 20 October 2019
Venue type: Pub or bar
Food hygiene rating: 5 out of 5 (very good), inspected 19 September 2024 (as Old Bell)
Licensing authority: St Albans City Council
Postcode: AL5 3BN
First seen by On Licence: 26 September 2026

Licensable activities

Sale of alcoholThe register does not say whether on or off sales.
Recorded musicPlaying recorded music to an audience.
Live musicPerformances of live music.
DancePerformances of dance.

What the licence permits

Opening hours on the licence: Mon to Thu 09:00-00:00, Fri and Sat 09:00-00:30, Sun 09:00-00:00, other: An additional Hour granted for: Bank Holiday Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, Christmas Eve, St David's Day, St.Patricks Day, St George's Day and St.Andrews Day.
Alcohol Sales On: Mon to Thu 10:00-23:30, Fri and Sat 10:00-00:00, Sun 10:00-23:30, other: An additional Hour granted for: Bank Holiday Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, Christmas Eve, St David's Day, St.Patricks Day, St George's Day and St.Andrews Day.
Alcohol Sales Off: Mon to Thu 10:00-23:30, Fri and Sat 10:00-00:00, Sun 10:00-23:30, other: An additional Hour granted for: Bank Holiday Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, Christmas Eve, St David's Day, St.Patricks Day, St George's Day and St.Andrews Day.
Live Music: Mon to Thu 10:00-23:30, Fri and Sat 10:00-00:00, Sun 10:00-23:30, other: An additional Hour granted for: Bank Holiday Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, Christmas Eve, St David's Day, St.Patricks Day, St George's Day and St.Andrews Day.
Recorded Music: Mon to Thu 10:00-23:30, Fri and Sat 10:00-00:00, Sun 10:00-23:30, other: An additional Hour granted for: Bank Holiday Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, Christmas Eve, St David's Day, St.Patricks Day, St George's Day and St.Andrews Day.
Facilities for dancing: Mon to Thu 10:00-23:30, Fri and Sat 10:00-00:00, Sun 10:00-23:30, other: An additional Hour granted for: Bank Holiday Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, Christmas Eve, St David's Day, St.Patricks Day, St George's Day and St.Andrews Day.
Late Night Refresh: Mon to Thu 23:00-00:00, Fri and Sat 23:00-00:30, Sun 23:00-00:00

Licence conditions (33)

Conditions carried over from the Licensing Act 1964 (Justices 'On' Licence)
General:
The Premises will respect Spirit Group's Approach to Responsible Drinking (a copy of which is enclosed in support of this application). Our policies change at regular intervals to reflect current trends and it would be inappropriate to standardise them on a permanent basis. The enclosed policy is included for information only and not as suggested conditions or to form part of any other operating schedule.
The Prevention of Crime and Disorder:
When door staff are used they will be security Industry Authority (SIA) approved and operate in accordance with the secuirty industry guidelines
A zero tolerance towards illegal dugs will be enforced at all times.
If a disc jockey is used on any night thenhe/she will ask customers to leave quietly.
If a CCTV system is installed at this site, it will continue to operate during the additional hours of trading and notices will be displayed.
All instances of crime and disorder will be reported to the police and will be kept in an accident log book.
Public Safety:
Public is integral to the Way the Spirit Group runs its business and is reviewed regularly through out health and safety policy. This Policy is fully briefed and trained to all management and staff and we will continue to train our staff to the Standards required by relevant legislation.
Free Dinking water will be available at all times.
The Prevention of Public Nuisance:
Additional patrols will take place by members of staff, internally and externally, to limit any noise pollution when entertainment is being offered within the premises.
If appropriate, notices will be displayed will be displayed asking our customers to respect our neightbours whem leaving the premises.
Where already used text/radio pagers will continue to be used for the additional hours of trading and will be monitored by a responsible member of staff.
Soft drinks and non-alcoholic refreshment will be available if we decide to use the option to stay open for an extended period between the cessation of the supply of alcohol and the closure of the premises
The Protection of Children from Harm:
When Children are allowed upon the premises, any entertainment offered within the premises will be suitable for young persons.
Children will be required to be supervised by the accompanying adult at all times.
A no smoking area will be provided.
Soft drinks and non-alcohoic drinks will be available
A recognised Proof of Age Policy will be enforced.
Hearing Conditions:
Active representation and participation at PubWatch:
As advised by the Fire Authority, the maximum permissable number of persons that may be present within the area indicated as used for licensable activitites at one time must not exceed 200
The Prevention Of Public Nuisance:
All windows and doors to be closed during all live performances, except ingress and egress
No more than 20 live music events in any 12 month period
The Garden/outside to be cleared by 23.00 hours
No music to be played in or transmitted to the outside area.
The Protection of Children from Harm
As an alternative to closed door, the creation of a non-smoking, no children buffer zone in the lobby/bar servery area shall be created, through which children shall not be allowed except for access to the tiolets.

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