Somerley Estate - Application for a New Premises Licence

Public Notice

LICENSING ACT 2003

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A PREMISES LICENCE

Notice is hereby given that Zero One Airsoft Ltd.

T/A National Airsoft Festival Somerly Estate BH24 2DF applied to Dorset Council for the grant of a Premises Licence under Section 17 of the Licensing Act 2003 in respect of: National Airsoft Festival at Ground Zero Airsoft, Somerley Estate BH24 2DF.

The application is to permit the following licensable activities:

. The sale by retail of alcohol

. The provision of regulated entertainment

. The provision of late-night refreshment

The event will take place annually over the August Bank Holiday weekend for 4 days (Thursday to Sunday) between the hours of 09.00 – 00.00.

Any interested party or responsible authority may make representations by e-mailing licensing@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk or writing to, Licensing, Dorset Council, County Hall, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1XJ within 28 days from the date of this notice.

Representations must be received no later than 22nd May 2026. (28 days from application)

The licensing register and details of this application may be inspected by contacting the licensing Section during normal office hours.

It is an offence under Section 158 of the Licensing Act 2003 to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in connection with an application; the maximum fine on summary conviction is unlimited.

Dated: 24th April 2026