Organising public events
The organisation of any public event, regardless of its size or the numbers of people attending, requires careful planning to ensure the safety of the public.
Street parties and fetes
Organising small, private street parties or fetes is generally simple as they do not normally include activities that need a licence, such as selling alcohol or providing certain types of entertainment. However there are circumstances when you need to let us know about your plans.
The Government has issued practical step by step guidance for anyone looking to hold a street party:
Serving alcohol at street parties or fetes
Sharing alcoholic drinks with your neighbours at a private party does not require a licence. If you plan to sell alcohol you need to apply for a Temporary Event Notice (TEN) which is a simple process but please apply in plenty of time and at least ten working days before the event, to apply and for further information see:
Road closures for a street party
If you are organising a street party and would like to close the road, see:
Other public events
Any event which involves any of the following may require a licence:
- Sale of alcohol or food
- The playing of amplified or live music
For more information and to apply see:
Event safety
If you are holding an event, you will be legally responsible for the safety of anyone attending and will need to notify the Safety Advisory Group. For more information and notification forms see:
Events on or affecting the public highway
If you are planning an event which you wish to hold on the public highway or which may have an impact on the public highway (such as increased traffic) contact: