Department for Culture Media and Sport
local authority licensed spaces
On 15 January 2007, DCMS published a Register of Local Authority Licensed Public Spaces in England and Wales.
Register of Licensed Public Spaces PDF (749 kb)
update 22 January 2008
The register lists those local authorities that have licensed their public spaces to enable a range of events to take place throughout the year. It details:
- the spaces licensed;
- the activities licensed;
- the days and times licensed; and
- contact details for further information and permission to use the land
The register will help event organisers and entertainers determine whether licensable activities can take place in a particular location without the need to obtain a separate premises licence, or to give a temporary event notice.
Whilst sites in the register may be licensed for a particular activity that does not mean they can be used without the permission of the local authority. Certain restrictions and conditions will apply to most licences and users should contact the appropriate person for further information and permission to use a site recorded in this document.
It is an offence to carry on, or attempt to carry on a licensable activity without, or not in accordance with the relevant authorisation. The sentence on conviction of this offence is a fine of up to £20,000, or up to six months' imprisonment, or both.
For information about places that are not on the list, please contact the relevant local authority. Contact details for local authorities can be found on the Directgov website.
Local Authorities Coordinators of Regulatory Services (LACORS) provides advice and guidance to local authorities wishing to licence their public land, and provides examples of best practice from other authorities that have undertaken the process of licensing their own public spaces. More information is available on the LACORS website.
Local Authorities wishing to add details of their licensed sites to the register or for anyone wanting further information, please email: licensedpublicland@culture.gsi.gov.uk
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