Temporary event notice (TEN)

In general, the licensing authority expects organisers of large events to apply for a premises licence and to supply an event management and safety plan with their application. This allows for the maximum consultation period and full consideration by the responsible authorities (for example, police, fire and rescue, environmental health) and the public.

If any of the following apply to you, email licensing@elmbridge.gov.uk to determine whether a TEN or a premises licence application would be most appropriate:

• there will be 500 or more people attending the event
• you need an event management plan for the event
• the event will be outdoors and music will be provided
• the event is not at a premises where people ordinarily gather (for example, a village or church hall)
• you will be using a temporary structure such as a stage or similar
• the event will be at a premises where an alcohol or entertainment licence does not exist
• the event is outdoors

The above list is not exhaustive. For any queries about the most appropriate authorisation for your event, please contact licensing@elmbridge.gov.uk. 

Be aware that TENs for larger scale events are more likely to attract objections from the police or environmental health if you do not engage with authorities for advice prior to submission.