You will find additional information about alcohol and entertainment licences here.
Licensing policy
Applicants are advised to read a copy of Wealden District Council’s Licensing Policy, before submitting their application.
Consultation: Statement of Licensing Policy 2026
There is a legal requirement under the Licensing Act 2003 to review our Licensing Policy every five years. The Policy provides guidance to applicants, objectors and interested residents
as to the general approach of the Council will take in terms of licensing.
No changes are proposed to our 2021 Policy except for updating contact details etc.
The consultation period is between the 7th January to 18th February 2026; please email comments, suggestions and questions on the Policy to licensing@rother.gov.uk
Responsible authorities
If you are not applying online through the .gov.uk website, you must send a copy of your application to all of the following responsible authorities.
Premises Licence applications
A list of recent premises licence applications can be found on our:
Premises licence review
Where problems associated with the operation of a premises and its failure to meet the licensing objectives then application may be made by interested parties, as defined under the Act, or responsible authorities for a review of the premises licence.
There are currently no Premises Licences for review.
Outdoor events
If you are planning on holding a concert or outdoor event then please also read our guidance for outdoor events.
Voluntary and community events
If you are visiting our pages because you are organising a community event, you might also find The “Can Do” guide to organising and running voluntary and community events useful. This guide has been created by the government to take the confusion out of running an event.
Plays
A licence is no longer required to hold a play between 8am and 11pm if the audience is no more than 500.