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Peterborough Arena applies for new events and alcohol licence
Overview
Councillors are considering a new premises licence for Peterborough Arena at the former East of England Showground, which would permit sporting events, live music, plays, and alcohol sales until 02:00. While authorities such as the police and environmental health raised no objections, a report to Peterborough City Council's licensing sub-committee noted 14 objections from others regarding noise, public nuisance, and safety.
Key points
- Peterborough Arena has applied for a new premises licence allowing boxing, indoor sports, live music, plays, and late-night alcohol sales until 02:00.
- The application faces 14 objections centred on noise, public nuisance, and safety, alongside one representation in support.
- A council report highlighted a history of noise complaints associated with the premises, which previously held a licence for about 20 years until it was surrendered in February 2025.
- No objections were raised by statutory authorities including Cambridgeshire Police, environmental health, the fire service, public health, or planning officers.
- The former East of England Showground site was previously used for major events and the Peterborough Panthers speedway team before redevelopment plans for housing were proposed.