Ladywell Fields
Lewisham Council has granted Fields Cafe an alcohol licence for Ladywell Fields, despite public concerns.
Lewisham Council's Licensing Sub Committee D granted Fields Cafe, located in Ladywell Fields, an alcohol licence in August 2026. The licence was approved subject to agreed conditions, allowing the cafe to sell alcohol as an adjunct to its food offering, particularly during weekend street food pop-ups.
This decision followed an application by Park Cafe SE13 Ltd, which stated its primary focus is food. A member of the public had raised concerns regarding potential public nuisance and the protection of children during the committee meeting.
Key facts
- Fields Cafe was granted an alcohol licence by Lewisham Licensing Sub Committee D in August 2026. Source
- The licence was granted subject to agreed conditions. Source
- A member of the public raised concerns about potential public nuisance and child protection. Source
- Park Cafe SE13 Ltd applied for the alcohol licence. Source
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