Can a child sit at a bar in UK?

Generally speaking, children are allowed to enter a pub unless it has a particular licence condition which says children are not to be permitted. The exception to this is if the pub is used 'primarily or exclusively' for the supply and consumption of alcohol on the premises.
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Is it illegal to have a child in a pub?

Generally speaking, children are allowed to enter a pub, or other licensed premises, unless there is a specific licence condition that states children are not to be permitted. The premises licence may also include any or all of the following: Restrictions on the hours when children may be present.
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What time can a child be in a pub till UK?

Firstly, it is an offence to permit children under the age of 16​ who are not accompanied by an adult to be present on premises being used solely or primarily for supply of alcohol. Secondly, it is an offence to permit the presence of children under 16 who are not accompanied by an adult between midnight and 5am.
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Are under 16s allowed in pubs?

They do not have to be accompanied by someone aged 18 or over. Under-16s (the Licensing Act 2003 refers to them as children) are also allowed on licensed premises, at any time, as long as they are with someone aged 18 or over. However, if they are unaccompanied, then it is an offence to allow an under-16: 1.
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What is the legal age to go to a bar in the UK?

1. Re: How old do you have to be to enter a club, bar, pub? Generally 18 is fine, though some upscale bars may extend that to 21. Pubs don't have an age limit to enter, but you may get carded if ordering alcohol.
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Can a 5 year old drink alcohol UK?

In England, Scotland and Wales, it's not illegal for someone between the ages of five and 17 to drink alcohol at home or on other private premises. But this does not mean it is recommended. The best advice for young people's health and wellbeing is an alcohol-free childhood.
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Can a 14 year old drink alcohol in a restaurant?

Children under 16 can go anywhere in a pub as long as they are supervised by an adult, but cannot have any alcoholic drinks. However, some premises may be subject to licensing conditions preventing them from entering, such as pubs which have experienced problems with underage drinking.
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Do Wetherspoons allow under 18s?

Children under the age of 16 years must always be accompanied by an adult over the age of 18 years and be supervised at all times. Some of our pubs may request that all members of a party with an under-18 present order a main meal, if alcohol is ordered.
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What time can under 18s go in Wetherspoons?

Legally, no one under 18 should be there after 9pm, although that's branch depending as it's 10 for us.
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What can you do at 16 UK?

At 16 you can:
  • Get married.
  • Enter into a civil partnership.
  • Consent to lawful sexual intercourse.
  • Leave home without your parents/guardians' consent.
  • Apply for your own home through your local council.
  • Have access to many more banking facilities, including all adult services, except overdrafts and credit.
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Are under 18s allowed in a pub?

Generally speaking, children are allowed to enter a pub unless it has a particular licence condition which says children are not to be permitted. The exception to this is if the pub is used 'primarily or exclusively' for the supply and consumption of alcohol on the premises.
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Can under 18s drink with a meal?

The law allows for people under 18 to drink "beer, cider and perry" whilst eating a "meal". The youngster must be seated in an area dedicated to the service and consumption of food.
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Can a 14 year old work in a pub UK?

A: Some under 18s (young people) can work in pubs and restaurants; they can wait on tables, collect glasses, clear tables and take orders from customers. Under 18s can even work behind the bar pulling pints and serving whiskies.
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Can 5 year olds drink alcohol?

Children and young people are advised not to drink alcohol before the age of 18. Alcohol use during the teenage years is related to a wide range of health and social problems.
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Can under 16 go to Wetherspoons?

It adds: “Children under the age of 16 years must always be accompanied by an adult over the age of 18 years and be supervised at all times. “Some of our pubs may request that all members of a party with an under-18 present order a main meal, if alcohol is ordered.”
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Can a 16 year old drink at Wetherspoons?

At the moment those 16 and over are allowed to consume beer, wine or cider, with a meal at a pub as long as they're with an adult. But they're not allowed to order the alcohol themselves.
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Is Wetherspoons child friendly?

Wetherspoon offers great options for children who follow a vegetarian diet and also understands the health and environmental benefits associated with eating more plant-based meals. Wetherspoon offers a range of meals suitable for vegans.
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Can a 15 year old eat in a pub?

Unless you're going to some swanky bar that deliberately tries to restrict its clientele to certain age groups (e.g. you sometimes get 'over 25s only' bars) 18 is the only age that matters. At that age you can go into any pub and have an alcoholic drink with or without food.
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Can a 16 year old go to a restaurant alone?

There is no specific law defining an age limit for entering establishments in the restaurant industry (restaurants, pizzerias, fast food restaurants, coffee shops, pubs), whether alone or in the company of adults. In general, minors tend to visit fast food restaurants, pizzerias, pubs and coffee shops unaccompanied.
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Can a 13 year old drink Monster UK?

Can energy drinks be sold to under 16s? Yes, there are no age restrictions on the sale of any caffeine containing foods and beverages, including energy drinks.
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Where is the youngest drinking age?

The youngest legal drinking age in the world is 15, with both Mali and the Central African Republic allowing folks to drink at that time. Seven countries do not have a government-mandated drinking age, while 11 countries ban the consumption of booze entirely.
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Can a 16 year old work in a pub UK?

This means that a child aged 16 or 17 can work as a waiter or waitress in a dining room and serve alcohol without supervision. Children can also work in a bar serving alcohol, as long as each individual sale has been specifically approved by a responsible person.
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Can a 12 year old drink wine?

There is no acceptable amount of alcohol that is considered safe for children. Children metabolize alcohol faster than adults. This means that even a small amount of alcohol can lead to higher blood-alcohol concentrations. This can lead to low blood sugar, coma, and problems regulating body temperature.
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Can kids drink wine in London?

Young people aged 16 and 17 may consume some types of alcohol – namely beer, cider and wine – as long as it is with a meal, and they are accompanied by an adult. It is illegal for anyone under 18 to buy alcohol at the bar of a pub, or from anywhere else selling alcohol.
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What is the drinking age in Russia?

In Russia, the legal drinking age is usually eighteen. Usually, because there are some exceptions to that case. Technically, stronger alcohol such as cognac and vodka is sold only to those over 21.
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