Bar Licensing & Temporary Event Notice (TEN) Checklist Form

Serving alcohol legally is the one thing a mobile bar can’t get wrong, and this checklist works through it before the event. It establishes whether the venue already holds a premises licence or whether a Temporary Event Notice is needed, who’s responsible for arranging it, and whether the event fits within the TEN limits — so there are no nasty surprises on the day. It captures the detail that actually matters under the rules: a TEN covers up to 499 people at any one time (staff included) for a maximum of 168 hours, and must be given to the licensing authority at least 10 working days before the event. The checklist flags the attendee cap, the timing and who’s named as the responsible person, so the paperwork is right and in on time. Use it as your licensing checklist for every event where you’re serving alcohol. Free, brandable, and the quiet step that keeps your bar legal. It’s a prompt, not legal advice — always confirm with the local licensing authority.