Pro-26 Distilled Ltd has lodged an application with West Lancashire Borough Council for a new premises licence covering the sale of alcohol for consumption off the premises.
The proposed licence would cover Unit 1, Abbey Lane Industrial Estate, Burscough, and the application seeks permission for off-sales only between 8am and 6pm daily.
According to the public notice, no customers would be allowed on site and no alcohol could be consumed on the premises.
How to inspect the application and comment
The application is available for inspection at the council’s Licensing Section, Robert Hodge Centre, Stanley Way, Skelmersdale, WN8 8EE, between 9am and 4.30pm, Monday to Friday.
Written representations must be submitted to the council by August 24, 2026. Any interested party may respond, and those who believe they may be adversely affected are encouraged to review the application and submit representations within the statutory period.
It is an offence to make a false statement in connection with a licensing application, carrying an unlimited fine on summary conviction.
Licensing objectives
Representations must relate to the licensing objectives under the Licensing Act 2003:
- The prevention of crime and disorder
- Public safety
- The prevention of public nuisance
- The protection of children from harm
The council may consider relevant representations and either grant the licence, refuse it or impose conditions as appropriate.
What happens next
If valid representations are received, the application is expected to be considered by a licensing committee at a public hearing. The applicant and anyone who has made a valid representation will be notified of the date and invited to attend.
If no relevant representations are made, the licence may be granted under delegated powers.
Key application details
- Applicant: Pro-26 Distilled Ltd
- Address: Unit 1, Abbey Lane Industrial Estate, Burscough, Ormskirk, L40 7SR
- Activity: Sale of alcohol for consumption off the premises
- Hours requested: 8am to 6pm daily
- On-site customer access: Not permitted
- On-site consumption: Not permitted
- Licensing authority: West Lancashire Borough Council, Licensing Section, Robert Hodge Centre, Stanley Way, Skelmersdale, WN8 8EE
Frequently asked questions
What is being applied for? An off-sales alcohol licence permitting sales for consumption away from the premises.
What are the proposed trading hours? 8am to 6pm daily.
Will the public be able to visit the site? No. The notice specifies that no customers will be allowed on site.
Can alcohol be consumed on the premises? No. The application is for off-sales only and the notice confirms there will be no on-site consumption.
Who is the licensing authority? West Lancashire Borough Council, Licensing Section, based at the Robert Hodge Centre, Stanley Way, Skelmersdale.
What is the deadline for comments? August 24, 2026.
Where can I view the full application? The application is available to inspect at the council offices during office hours. Further information is also available via the council’s website and the published public notice.
What should a representation include? Your name and address, the grounds for your representation referencing one or more licensing objectives, and any supporting information. It is an offence to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in connection with an application, attracting an unlimited fine on summary conviction.
