London Museum Limited
London Museum Limited's application for a 24-hour premises licence for its new Smithfield venue is currently under consideration by the City of London Council.
The City of London Council's Licensing (Hearing) Sub Committee considered an application from London Museum Limited for a 24-hour premises licence for the new London Museum in Smithfield on 28 October 2026. The application sought authorisation for the sale of alcohol, regulated entertainment, and late-night refreshment seven days a week. A local resident raised concerns about potential public nuisance from late-night alcohol sales.
The museum and the Greater London Authority (GLA) argued the venue would bring significant cultural and economic benefits to the area, with the GLA supporting the application. London Museum Limited is the company applying for this premises licence. No further meetings regarding this application are currently listed.
Key facts
- The City of London Council's Licensing (Hearing) Sub Committee met on 28 October 2026 to consider a premises licence application. Source
- London Museum Limited sought a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week licence for alcohol sales, entertainment, and late-night refreshment. Source
- A local resident raised concerns about potential public nuisance from late-night alcohol sales. Source
- The Greater London Authority (GLA) supported the application, citing cultural and economic benefits. Source
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