Licences and Permits

Temporary Event Notice (TEN)

• When Needed: For events in Warrington with activities like selling alcohol, providing entertainment, or serving hot food/drinks late at night.
• Requirements: Must be submitted to the council at least ten working days before the event. Events must have fewer than five hundred people and last no more than 7 days.
• Cost: approx. £21 per licence.

Other Licences

• Types: Street sales, pop-up shops, cafes, etc.
• Check: Verify with Warrington Borough Council if your activity requires a licence.

Gambling and Raffles

• Small Raffles: No registration needed if run during another event, restricted to members, or within the same premises/organization.
• Incidental Non-Commercial Lottery: Tickets sold and drawn during an event, with spending limits on costs and prizes.
• Private Society Lottery: Tickets sold to members and guests on the organization’s premises, with proceeds going to the organization or charity.

Prize Gaming and Gambling

• Regulations: Low-level gaming with small fees and prizes. Maximum participation fee is 50p, and total prizes cannot exceed £500.

Performing or Playing Copyright Material

• Music: Check if the venue has the necessary licences (PRS and PPL) for live or recorded music.
• Film: A one-off licence is needed to show films outside private homes. Costs around £80 per screening.