You will need to apply for a Temporary Event Notice (TEN) if you want to carry out a licensable activity for a short period of time on an unlicensed premises.
Licensable activities include:
- retail sale of alcohol (at any time)
- provision of regulated entertainment
- provision of hot food or hot drink (between 11pm and 5am).
You will also need to apply for a TEN if a licensable activity (or times when it is to be carried out) is not included in the terms of your existing licence, for example holding a wedding reception at a community centre.
A ‘late TEN’ can be submitted in exceptional circumstances. You can submit a Late TEN, between 5 and 9 working days before the event. (This should not include the day the notice is submitted or the day of the event).
The premises user does not need to be a personal licence holder.
Event limitations
- No more than 499 people at any one time may be on the premises (including staff).
- The event must last no more than 168 hours (7 days).
- There must be a minimum of 24 hours between events.
- You must be 18 years or older to apply for a TEN.
Number of notices you can apply for per calendar year
There are limits on the number of notices you can apply for, more information is provided in the form guidance notes.
Fee
£21 payable online at the time of the application.
The fee covers the cost of processing and is non-refundable in all circumstances, even if the notice is withdrawn, invalid or subject to a counter notice.
How to apply
You must submit your TEN at least 10 clear working days before the event, not including the day the TEN is received by us or the day the event is due to take place. Please remember to allow for bank holidays.
You can also submit a Late TEN, between 5 and 9 working days before the event. (This should not include the day the notice is submitted or the day of the event).
We will send a copy of your application to the Police and Environmental Health if the application is made online.
Objections
Only the Police and Environmental Health may object to an event taking place and this must relate to one or more of the licensing objectives of the prevention of crime and disorder, public nuisance, public safety and the protection of children from harm.
If an objection is received, the Licensing Team will contact you to advise on the process.
