In a recent public notice, Saravanan Thayananthan has applied for a premises licence for The Village Inn located on Whipton Village Road, Exeter EX4 8AW. This application, submitted under the Licensing Act 2003, aims to permit the sale of alcohol both on and off the premises from Monday to Sunday between 8am and 11:59pm. Additionally, the application includes provisions for recorded music, live music, dance performances, and similar entertainment during the same hours. Late-night refreshments are also proposed from 11pm to 11:59pm.

The application was officially served on the local authority on Friday May 9 2025. Interested parties and responsible authorities have until Friday June 6 2025 to make representations regarding this proposal. These must be submitted in writing to the Exeter City Council Licensing Authority at Civic Centre, Paris Street, EX1 1JN. It is important to note that any representations made will be disclosed in an open meeting if a hearing becomes necessary.

Those who have any concerns or believe they may be adversely impacted by this application are encouraged to submit their views within the specified timeframe. Making a false statement in connection with this application is an offence and could result in a fine upon summary conviction.

For further details or to view the full premises licence application, interested parties can contact the licensing officer via email at licensing.team@exeter.gov.uk or refer to the original public notice here.

How can I view the full premises licence application?

You can contact Exeter City Council's licensing department directly via email at licensing.team@exeter.gov.uk.

What changes are included in The Village Inn's new licence application?

The application includes permissions for the sale of alcohol on and off the premises, recorded and live music, dance performances, and late-night refreshments from Monday to Sunday between 8am and 11:59pm.

Where should representations be sent?

Representations should be sent in writing to Exeter City Council Licensing Authority at Civic Centre, Paris Street, EX1 1JN.