Fairground

Persons wishing to operate a fairground on private or Council owned land are required to obtain permission prior to holding the event.

In addition to this any proposed fairground on council owned land requires permission from the Asset and Property Management Unit.

Any proposed firework displays or site compounds on council owned land requires permission from the Asset and Property Management Unit.

More information regarding amusement licences is available from the licensing section.

What you must do

Applications must be made in writing together with a location plan to Asset and Property Management.

What we must do

A licence will be required for the usage of Council land.

What happens next?

An acknowledgement to correspondence will be received by the customer within seven working days and a full response will be provided within six weeks.

What are the charges for this service?

A fee will be payable in respect of the use of Council land. 

All applications will be considered on an individual basis.

Some frequently asked questions

Does the land belong to the Council?

Please make enquiry to the Land Terrier Clerk, Design and Technical Section extension: 2234.

Who decides whether or not I can have a licence?

The Head of Asset and Property Management

How can I apply for a licence?

Applications must be made in writing with details and a location plan.

How long does it take to get a licence?

4 weeks

How much does it cost to get a Licence?

The fee is determined by the use of the land, size and location.