Hertford's The Lord Haig seeks extended alcohol licence hours

The popular Hertford pub applies for a licence variation to extend alcohol service hours

The Lord Haig in Hertford applies for extended alcohol service hours

The Lord Haig pub in Hertford seeks to extend its alcohol service hours. Discover how this change could impact your local nightlife.

The Lord Haig in Hertford applies for extended alcohol service hours

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McMullen & Sons Limited has submitted an application to East Herts District Council seeking to vary the premises licence for The Lord Haig, located on South Street, Hertford, SG14 1AZ. This application, filed on Monday April 28 2025, proposes changes under the Licensing Act 2003 that would extend the terminal hour for the sale of alcohol and other licensable activities.

The proposed variations include extending the terminal hour for alcohol sales from Sunday to Wednesday until midnight and from Thursday to Saturday until 1am. Additionally, the closing time for other licensable activities would be extended to 12 30am from Sunday to Wednesday and to 1 30am from Thursday to Saturday. These changes are intended to enhance the pub's offerings and align with customer preferences for later service hours.

How can I view the full premises licence application?

Interested parties can view the full application by accessing the public register online at East Herts District Council's website and following the link to the public register.

What changes are included in The Lord Haig's new licence application?

The application seeks to extend alcohol sales until midnight from Sunday to Wednesday and until 1am from Thursday to Saturday. It also proposes extending other licensable activities and closing times accordingly.

Where should representations be sent?

Representations regarding this application must be submitted in writing by Tuesday May 27 2025. They should be addressed to the Licensing Department at East Herts District Council, Wallfields, Pegs Lane, Hertford, SG13 8EQ.

Those who have any concerns or believe they may be adversely impacted by these proposed changes are encouraged to submit their representations before the deadline. The Licensing Authority will consider all representations received by this date when reviewing the application.

It is important to note that making a false statement in connection with a premises licence application is an offence under section 158 of the Licensing Act 2003, carrying a maximum fine of £5000 upon conviction.

For further details on this notice, please visit Public Notice Portal.