An independent brewery has been given permission to play live music and show films despite concerns from some neighbours.

Yesterday the Wild Card Brewery in Walthamstow was granted a change to its license to stage the events.

A total of 22 objections expressed concern over noise disturbance and anti-social behaviour.

Some also claimed the move could set a precedent for other businesses on the Ravenswood Industrial Estate in Shernhall Street.

The premises, which includes a bar, is now able to play music from 9am until 10pm during the week and until midnight on weekends.

However, it may not use any loudspeakers outside of the venue, according to imposed conditions.

Films being aired outside must also end by 11pm.

Owner William Harris said he was disappointed by the reaction of some neighbours as he runs a “well respected” business.

The 26-year-old, of Blackhorse Road, opened the Wild Card Brewery in 2012.

He said although he is asking for a licence to play music every day, it is not likely it would happen.

“In response to the representations, I think it is extremely unfair to suggest violence, public drunkenness and drug use would happen on our premises,” he added.

“It is very well run, our local MP (Stella Creasy) comes down for a drink. It is not a raucous pub or sports bar.

“I have never had to call the police and the police have never had to respond to a call to our premises since we opened.

“We have a busy bar which is used by people of all ages.”

Mr Harris faced tough questioning from Councillor Louise Mitchell, who had visited the premises over the weekend.

Cllr Mitchell said she heard the music “200 steps” from the premises.

A residents' spokesman said: "The Ravenswood Industrial Estate should not be allowed to become Walthamstow’s late night hub."

Another resident said: “We have not received any leaflets or emails.

"We are not trying to be a nuisance or a group of ‘nimbys’ – we are a reasonable group of householders who have genuine concerns.”