Events on council-owned land

If you want to hold an event on land owned by us, you must get permission from our Estates Team in Strategic Asset Management. This is done through a lease or licence to occupy the land.

This agreement is separate from any other permissions you may need, such as licensing or planning permission. You are responsible for securing all necessary consents before your event.

Fees and charges

To use Council-owned land, you must pay:

• a rent or licence fee
• our legal and surveyors’ fees

These fees vary depending on the type and scale of your event.

Safety requirements

Before we can grant permission, you must contact the Independent Safety Advisory Group (ISAG) for advice on your event’s safety plans.

We will not approve your request unless you can show that you have followed ISAG’s advice.

When to apply

You must contact us at least  three months before your event. This gives us time to:

• carry out the necessary consultations
• prepare the legal agreement

If you apply late, we may not be able to grant permission.