A beachside venue overlooking Bembridge Harbour could soon offer outdoor cinema screenings and sell alcohol until 21:00 every day under plans submitted to the Isle of Wight Council.
The Point Bembridge Ltd has applied to vary the premises licence for The Point, located off Embankment Road, seeking permission to expand its offering at the popular coastal hangout.
The venue, which combines elements of a beach club, wellness retreat and social hub, offers seaside dining, drinks, a wood-fired sauna and an ice bath.
Although currently closed for the season, The Point is expected to reopen in 2027.
Under the proposals, the business would be permitted to sell alcohol for consumption both on and off the premises between 10:00 and 21:00, 7 days a week.
The application also seeks permission to screen films outdoors, with amplified sound, during the same hours.
In addition, the business wants to extend its existing licensed area by approximately 10 metres.
As part of the application, the operator has confirmed that existing safety measures, including CCTV, the Challenge 25 age verification scheme, staff training and incident recording procedures, would remain in place.
Measures have also been outlined to minimise potential disruption to neighbouring properties.
The applicant has said:
“Customers purchasing alcohol for consumption off the premises will be encouraged to respect neighbouring properties, keep noise to a minimum and dispose of litter responsibly.
“Appropriate notices will reinforce these requests. Staff will carry out regular litter checks around the premises during trading hours and at closing.”
The application is currently open for public consultation, with residents and interested parties able to submit representations to the Isle of Wight Council until Friday (20th November).
A decision on the proposed licence variation has not yet been announced.
