Application submitted for licence to sell alcohol online from York wine merchant
An application has been submitted for a premises licence to allow alcohol to be sold online from a wine merchant in York.
City of York Council received the application from John Hattam, of 46 Oakland Avenue, York, on February 13, 2026.
The application seeks permission for HC Wines, an independent wine merchant, to sell alcohol by retail on an online-only basis from Unit 3, Pickfords, 4 James Street, York.
HC Wines is based in York and was started in 2004 by John Hattam and Andy Clarke. Mr Hattam and Mr Clarke are both wine enthusiasts with a long standing interest
Under the proposal, alcohol sales would be permitted 24 hours a day, Monday to Sunday, with orders placed online rather than through in-person sales at the premises.
Members of the public and responsible authorities can submit written representations regarding the application to the council’s licensing team at Hazel Court, EcoDepot, James Street, York.
Any representations must be received by March 18, 2026.
Details of the application can be inspected by prior arrangement with the council’s licensing team.
Anyone making representations must also send a copy to the applicant.
It is an offence to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in connection with a premises licence application, which can result in an unlimited fine.