Off Licence in Milton Keynes
Off licences across Milton Keynes sell alcohol for consumption away from the premises, alongside soft drinks, tobacco, snacks and everyday convenience items. This page lists off licences in Milton Keynes and its surrounding towns, including Bletchley, Wolverton, Stony Stratford, Newport Pagnell, Woburn Sands and Olney. Each listing shows contact details, opening hours, reviews and a summary of what customers say.
12 matching off licence
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Popular ★ 5 (46)
Bringoods
📍 31 Walker Ave, Wolverton Accessible parkingAppointment requiredCard payments
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What customers say review highlights
- knowledgeable hosts
- quality wines
- enjoyable tasting events
- clear explanations for novices
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Popular ★ 4.6 (53)
Vape Town – Stony Stratford
📍 6 Church St, Stony Stratford Card paymentsContactlessOn-site services
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What customers say review highlights
- knowledgeable, helpful staff
- good selection of vapes and liquids
- reasonable prices
- loyalty points scheme
- liquid stock shortages
- faulty device not replaced
- poor response to complaints
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Popular ★ 4.8 (77)
Action Hobbies Airsoft – Online Only – Pay & Collect
📍 Etheridge Ave, Milton Keynes Accessible parkingCard paymentsContactless
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What customers say review highlights
- excellent customer service
- fast shipping
- knowledgeable and helpful advice
- in-person collection option
- occasional delivery slower than stated
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Popular ★ 5 (5)
NU ERA SPIRITS
📍 44 Wilkinson Cres, Wolverton Card payments
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What customers say review highlights
- unique flavours
- good rum selection
- knowledgeable owner
- quick delivery
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★ 4.2 (33)
TJ Wines
📍 2 Swinden Ct, Milton Keynes Card paymentsContactlessOn-site services
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What customers say review highlights
- helpful, knowledgeable staff
- good and unusual selection
- good opening times
- prices seen as high
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Popular ★ 4.5 (8)
AP WINE&SPIRITS
📍 26 Watling St, Bletchley Card paymentsContactless
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What customers say review highlights
- polite staff
- good selection of spirits
- fair prices
- incorrect opening hours online
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★ 3.7 (43)
Greenleys Wine
📍 5 Ardwell Ln, Wolverton Card paymentsContactlessOn-site services
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What customers say review highlights
- wide drink and snack selection
- post office and parcel services
- some friendly staff
- cluttered cramped layout
- inconsistent opening times
- reports of rude staff
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Popular ★ 5 (2)
Premier Wetherburn Court
📍 Unit 5 Whetherburn court, Stephenson House, Bletchley Accessible parkingCard paymentsContactless
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What customers say review highlights
- Royal Mail drop-off
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★ 3.9 (22)
Netherfield Wine & Spirit
📍 21 Farthing Grove, Milton Keynes Card paymentsContactlessOn-site services
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What customers say review highlights
- wide drink selection
- good prices
- some friendly staff
- cramped shop
- reports of poor communication
- parcel collection issues
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★ 3.9 (30)
GMS Wine Merchants
📍 261 Conniburrow Blvd, Milton Keynes Accessible parkingCard paymentsContactless
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What customers say review highlights
- friendly, welcoming staff
- late availability
- cluttered layout
- prices seen as high
- shop looked run down
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★ 4 (3)
Bletchley Off Licence
📍 Queensway, Bletchley Card paymentsContactless
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What customers say review highlights
- good customer service
- clean and tidy
- polite staff
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★ 3.5 (4)
LK Off Licence
📍 261 Conniburrow Blvd, Milton Keynes Card paymentsContactless
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What customers say review highlights
- friendly staff
- good prices
- mouldy food item reported
What to check before buying from an off licence
Every off licence in England must hold a premises licence issued by the local licensing authority, which for this area is Milton Keynes City Council, and the sale of alcohol must be supervised by a named Designated Premises Supervisor holding a personal licence. Reputable shops operate a Challenge 25 policy and will ask for photo identification such as a passport, UK driving licence or a PASS-accredited proof-of-age card. If you plan to buy for an event or in bulk, check the shop's opening hours, whether it stocks the products you need and whether it accepts card payment.
Local context and choosing a shop
Milton Keynes and its towns are served by a mix of independent off licences, convenience stores with alcohol licences and larger supermarket outlets, so range and price vary between the city centre, Bletchley, Wolverton, Stony Stratford, Newport Pagnell, Woburn Sands and Olney. Independent shops often carry a wider selection of world beers, wines and speciality spirits, while convenience stores may suit quick everyday purchases. Reading recent reviews and the customer summary in each listing can help you gauge stock, staff service and reliability of opening hours before you visit.
What are the typical opening hours for off licences in Milton Keynes?
Hours vary by shop, with many independents and convenience stores open from late morning until late evening, and some trading later at weekends. The permitted hours for alcohol sales are set by each premises licence, so always check the individual listing for that shop's current times.
What identification will I be asked for when buying alcohol?
Under the Challenge 25 approach used by most retailers, staff may ask anyone who appears under 25 to prove they are at least 18. Accepted forms usually include a passport, a UK photocard driving licence or a card carrying the PASS hologram.