Vertical drinking establishment
Residents in Richmond upon Thames are concerned a pub licence variation could create a vertical drinking establishment.
In October 2026, residents voiced strong objections to a proposed variation of a pub's licence at Richmond upon Thames Council's Licensing Sub-Committee, fearing it will transform The Crane & Tap into a 'vertical drinking establishment'. This type of venue, where the primary activity is drinking while standing, often raises concerns about noise and anti-social behaviour.
The application seeks to remove a condition that restricted alcohol sales to table meals only on event days at Twickenham Stadium, replacing it with a requirement for a clicker system to monitor customer numbers. No further meetings on this topic are currently scheduled.
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