Gambling Premises Licences

Generally, a premises licence may only be granted to a person who is over 18 who has (or has applied for) an Operating Licence (issued by the Gambling Commission) and who has the right to occupy the premises for which the licence is applied.

Overview

Premises Licences will be granted by Licensing Authorities for the following facilities:

• Casinos (please note casino licences may only be granted in areas designated by the Secretary of State. Torridge is not a permitted area so we are unable to issue a premises licence for a casino)
• Bingo halls
• Betting premises (including betting shops, betting tracks etc)
• Adult gaming centres (Category B3, B4, C and D gaming machines)
• Family entertainment centres (Category C and D gaming machines)

Generally, Premises Licences may only be granted to a person with a relevant Operating Licence granted by the Gambling Commission.
Licensing authorities have the power to attach conditions to Premises Licences.
A Premises Licences lasts indefinitely. An annual fee is payable to the Licensing Authority to maintain the licence.

Apply

To apply for a premises licence you will need to:

read our Information for Applicants (PDF) [385KB] (opens in new tab)
complete the application form (Under Downloads on the right)
provide supporting documents
pay the appropriate Fees and Charges

You must also send a copy of your application and supporting documents to all the responsible authorities. You will also need to advertise your application. Full details can be found in the Information for Applicants (PDF) [385KB] (opens in new tab) document.

Supporting documents

A scale plan of the premises
A copy of the Local Area Risk Assessment for the premises

Contact us

If you have any queries, or require help with your application, please contact the Licensing Team.

email: licensing@torridge.gov.uk
phone: 01237 428700
post: Licensing Team, Torridge District Council, Riverbank House, Bideford EX39 2QG