Hideout Bar Seeks Later Music License in Prestwich

0:00On March 10th, a bar and press switch called Hideout is pushing for a license change to play live and recorded music later into the night on Fridays, and Saturdays, right up until closing at 12.30am. The spot, which opened last October, says this is key to staying competitive in the area's busy nightlife. The new hours would allow music from 10.30am to 11.15pm, on Tuesdays through Thursdays, later on weekends, and similar times on. Sundays, manager Stephen Monks calls music the heart of their business, especially with rival bars open until 11.30am. Neighbors are pushing back hard, with four complaints already filed to Berry Council. Folks living next door report constant noise from music, shouting crowds, and people hanging around late, making it tough to sleep or feel secure at. Home. The bar has added soundproofing, keeps levels under 85 decibels during shows, and stations door staff to clear the area quickly. Monks notes they faced issues from non-customers too, and a past noise complaint forced them to cut music early, hurting revenue.

1:04Berry Council's licensing committee were reviewed the application next week, weighing the bar's plans against residents' concerns for a final call.