Popular Perry Barr pub The Beeches has applied to extend its opening hours, with plans for earlier starts and later finishes. The application, submitted by Greene King Retailing Limited to Birmingham City Council, seeks to vary the premises licence for the pub located at 116 Thornbridge Avenue, Perry Barr, Birmingham B42 2AE.
Proposed Changes
The variation would allow alcohol sales from 8am to midnight Sunday to Thursday, and 8am to 1am Friday to Saturday. Opening hours would be 8am to 12.30am Sunday to Thursday, and 8am to 1.30am Friday to Saturday. Non-standard timings would also be updated to start from 8am. Additionally, a condition would be amended so that no children are permitted on the premises after 11pm.
How to Have Your Say
Representations must be made in writing by 3 June 2026. You can email licensing@birmingham.gov.uk or write to Licensing Section, PO Box 17831, Birmingham B2 2HJ. Include your name, address and the grounds for your representation. The Licensing Authority will consider any valid representations received by the deadline. It is an offence to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in connection with a licensing application; the maximum fine on summary conviction is unlimited.
Local Impact
If granted, the later hours could affect customer dispersal, noise and local traffic late at night, while earlier starts may mean earlier deliveries and activity. Residents and businesses who believe they may be adversely impacted are encouraged to submit a representation.
Key Questions Answered
When would the new alcohol hours apply? Sunday to Thursday 8am to midnight; Friday and Saturday 8am to 1am.
What are the proposed opening hours? Sunday to Thursday 8am to 12.30am; Friday and Saturday 8am to 1.30am.
Will children be allowed on site late at night? No. The application proposes that no children are permitted after 11pm.
Who is the applicant? Greene King Retailing Limited.
How can I view the full application? You can request a copy by emailing licensing@birmingham.gov.uk or via Birmingham City Council's licensing pages.
Where can I send a representation? Email licensing@birmingham.gov.uk or write to Licensing Section, PO Box 17831, Birmingham B2 2HJ.
What happens next? The council will review the application and any valid representations under the Licensing Act 2003, which may lead to a hearing.
Further details are available from the council's licensing team and via public notice platforms.
