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About Club Premises Certificates
Find out more about club premises certificates, what they are, who can apply and their significance. There are also links to guidance and information on how to apply, together with application forms.

What do we mean by a Club Premises Certificate?

Examples of club premises are British Legion, Conservative Clubs, Sports or Social Clubs.  A certificate is required where qualifying club activities are provided at any premises.

What do we mean by Qualifying Club?

To be a qualifying club a club must satisfy number of general conditions.  These may include:

  1. That individuals cannot be made members without an interval of at least two days between their nomination or application for membership and their admission.
  2. The club must be established and 'conducted in good faith' as a club.
  3. The club must have at least 25 members.
  4. Alcohol can only be supplied to members and bona fide guests.
  5. The supply of alcohol has to be managed by a committee whose members are members of the club, who must also be over 18, and elected by members of the club
  6. A club is not to be profit making.
What do we mean by 'established and conducted in good faith'?

The following matters must be taken into account in order to determine whether a club is established and conducted in good faith.
  1. Any arrangements restricting the club's freedom of purchase of alcohol.
  2. There must be no private gain, all profits must go to the benefit of the club or society.
  3. There must be club rules and records of accounts.
Who can apply for a club premises certificate?
The club secretary or chairman would normally complete application forms and provide supporting documentation.  

How to apply for a club premises certificate

Application for a club premises certificate to be granted under the Licensing Act 2003

How to apply to vary a club premises certificate

Application to vary a club premises certificate to be granted under the Licensing Act 2003