This form is for the sort of street parties that groups of residents get together to arrange for their neighbours. The main differences between a small street party and larger public events are listed below:
| Street parties | Larger public events |
|---|---|
| For residents/neighbours only | Anyone can attend |
| Self-organised | Professional/skilled organisers |
| Publicity only to residents | External publicity (such as in newspapers) |
| No licences normally necessary if music is incidental and no selling is involved | Licence usually needed |
| Public liability insurance (see application form for option of free insurance cover) | Insurance needed |
| Risk assessment common |
Organising small, private street parties is very simple and generally does not include activities that need a licence, such as selling alcohol or providing certain types of entertainment. If you want to have a pay bar or intend to provide entertainment to the wider public, or charge to raise money for your event, (other than funding your event) you will need a Temporary Event Notice. Similarly, larger public events attracting more people will require a different process
If you would like to hold a street party, you can use the form below to let us know about your plans (see how to access PDF files):
The number one tip for holding a party is to plan early, think about what you want to achieve and get in touch with your council at least four to six weeks in advance. A good first point of contact will be your council's traffic department and you can email capital.traffic@thurrock.gov.uk or telephone 01375 413365.
For advice on organising street parties, including road suitability, you can download a leaflet produced by the Government Department for Communities and Local Government, called: Your guide to organising a street party
For more advice and helpful tips on hosting a street party, visit the Streets Alive website: www.streetparty.org.uk
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