Rival market licence

Fees

In respect of rival markets organised by a commercial operator, a fee is to be paid on application. These fees will not be increased in 2022.

• One-day event: £210
• Two-day event: £360
• Three-day event: £420

In respect of a rival market organised by a charity operator, no fee is paid.

No event is to exceed three days.

How to apply

You can apply online for a rival market licence.

Apply for a rival market licence

You will receive an email stating whether your application is successful or not; if not successful, we will state why. If successful, you will receive your licence by email.

Time period for council to normally approve the application

Two months.

What happens if your application is not processed by this council within the normal approved time period (tacit consent)

In order to process the application it may be required to consult other external agencies prior to making a decision. However, should you not receive confirmation that your licence application has been granted or rejected within three months of submission you may commence your business as tacit consent applies to this application.

If you have not heard from us in that time period

Please contact Cultural Services

Complaints concerning the process

In the first instance, please contact Cultural Services. Any person who is refused a licence will not be able to appeal. If the person still holds a market without a licence, the council will take action for disturbance

Any change in circumstances

If you wish to vary any licence condition or change premises or proprietor a fresh application will be required.

Last updated: ‎27/03/2024 14:02