Event support
Events on council owned land
Any events planned to take place on council-owned land or roads will be cancelled until 1 July 2020. This position will be continually reviewed to reach a decision at the earliest possible opportunity regarding events beyond this time. Event planners are advised that planning for events beyond 1 July will be at their own risk and should contact the Events Team.
We recommend that all Event Organisers speak to the Business Compliance Team prior to submitting their event plan. You can contact the team via email businesscompliance@gateshead.gov.uk and someone will contact you to discuss your event.
There is also information available on our Business safety advice webpages where there are links to guidance on how to operate in these times.
For most events we need 12 weeks notice to make sure you meet all statutory requirements.
For any event you plan on holding in Gateshead it is important that you complete the event enquiry form.
Once you have completed the above Event Enquiry, we would be pleased to receive your event plan to ensure that your event is run safely. Please complete and return the 
Event Plan [884.11KB].
Events include:
- Charity fun runs
- Music and food festivals
- Fun fairs
We have broad and extensive experience of delivering world-class events across Gateshead.
If you are a corporate partner, community group or a charity we can provide advice and guidance to help you plan your event in Gateshead.
Advice also includes guidance on statutory requirements, such as:
- Highways (road closure guidance)
- Licensing (temporary event notice)
- Health and safety issues
- Registering for business opportunities with the council (catering, entertainment and more)
Advice for event planners [86.44KB] provides guidance on how to achieve a safe event and explains the role of the Safety Advisory Group.
If you have an event idea, or have held a previous event, complete and submit an event enquiry form to start your application.
Documents referred to in the events form
Medical risk assessment matrix [19.24KB]
Example of a risk assessment [46.73KB]
Electrical safety guidance [43.27KB]
Adverse weather conditions [173.46KB]
Police guidance and form for lost children. [48.55KB]
For further information about holding your event in Gateshead, you can contact us at culture@gateshead.gov.uk.
