A club has been forced to close its bar during a major community event.
North Walsham Town Football Club announced the closure for its annual fireworks display, set to take place on Sunday, November 8, after its application for a Temporary Event Notice (TEN) was refused due to a licensing oversight.
Paul Grothier, chairman of the football club, said although it is a shame, the event will still go ahead as normal.
"We have never had a problem at the event in the past," he said.
"It's a massive shame because it's a big event for us to put on and we're probably going to lose around £3,000 to 4,000 of income.
"What really doesn’t sit well with me is some of the comments on social media, people laughing at it.
"We have over 400 children at our club and this event really helps us support them.
"I can’t say a bad word about the council, I kind of get what they’re saying, but it’s a shame.
"There is no animosity between us and the council or police - we just want people to know the event is still definitely going ahead, just without the bar."
Despite the setback, the event will still go ahead and will feature food and soft drinks.
Gates open at 3.30pm, with a laser show at 6pm and the fireworks beginning at 7pm.
A spokesman for the club added: "While we are extremely disappointed with the circumstances that have led to this decision, our priority must remain protecting the club's ability to host future events and ensuring that our members, supporters and the wider community can continue to enjoy everything the club has to offer."
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