Licensing Act Sub Committee - 3 September 2025

The meeting opened with the election of a Chairman. Councillor Cador moved, and Councillor Clegg seconded, the resolution that Councillor Chopak be appointed Chairman for the session. No declarations of interest were recorded, and the Chairman welcomed attendees and outlined the procedural framework for the business to be considered.

The primary item on the agenda was a request to vary the premises licence for Treloyhan Manor Hotel, located on Trelyon Avenue, St Ives, Cornwall (TR26 2AS). The Licensing Officer highlighted amendments to the original application, which were detailed in the supplementary agenda packs, and directed the Committee’s attention to these changes. No questions were raised by Members at this stage.

The applicant and a representative gave a submission in support of the licence variation. They emphasized the venue’s historic and environmental significance, the financial challenges faced by previous owners, and the applicant’s willingness to modify the proposal to address local concerns. Points raised included the hotel’s contribution to the local economy, its positioning as a high‑end luxury venue rather than a budget accommodation, plans for cinema screenings primarily for hotel guests but open to residents, and the intention to locate on‑site events as far as possible from nearby houses. The applicant also noted that environmental‑health representations had been considered and that there was no evidence the licensing objectives would be undermined.

Following the submission, Members sought clarification on several operational details. The Committee were informed that event locations would be selected based on each event’s requirements, with the southern side of the site earmarked for marquee use. Larger events may use third‑party catering, while smaller functions could be catered for in‑house. Existing natural features—paths, walls, and hedgerows—define the proposed event area, and previous barbecues have been held there under the current licence. A risk‑assessment process will be applied on an event‑by‑event basis, with security staff deployed where deemed necessary.

The Committee recorded the applicant’s explanations and the clarifications provided, noting that the information will be taken into account when a final decision on the licence variation is made. No formal vote or resolution on the application was recorded in the excerpt, and the meeting was concluded with the understanding that further deliberation may occur at a subsequent meeting.