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Food, drink and entertainment

Information about licenses and permits relating to food, drink and entertainment.

Restaurant with outdoor tables in North Yorkshire.
Restaurant with outdoor tables in North Yorkshire.

Street café licence

A street café licence allows cafés, pubs or restaurants to sell food and place tables, chairs or furniture on a public pavement.

Football on pitch at sunset in North Yorkshire.
Football on pitch at sunset in North Yorkshire.

Sports grounds licence

A safety certificate is needed for certain sports grounds and stands, or for special events within those grounds.

Sign on business door in North Yorkshire.
Sign on business door in North Yorkshire.

Sex shops licence

Sex shops are licensed by district and borough councils.

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Alcohol and entertainment licence

The Licensing Act 2003 covers the sale and supply of alcohol, the provision of regulated entertainment and the provision of late night refreshment.

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Performing animals licence

A person who exhibits or trains any performing animal must be registered by law.

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