Apply for a road closure for events

You can apply for a temporary road closure or traffic restriction online. Before you apply, make sure you are familiar with our conditions.

In order to close a road for your event, you will need to give us –

at least 6 months notice when applying for a road race;
at least 3 months notice when applying for an event such as a carnival, parade, fun day etc.; or
at least 28 days notice when applying for filming.

This will allow us time to review your proposed traffic management and safety arrangements.

We will consider your application and assess the feasibility of the closure and proposed diversion route.

You will need to demonstrate that you are competent to organise the event that is proposed.

We will ask for the following:

Evidence of proposed consultation and public notice	With those who may be affected. This includes the emergency services (Fire and Rescue, Ambulance, Police etc), Local Authorities, Public Transport, Churches, residents and businesses.
Event Safety Plan	Please view our model template
Traffic Management Plan	Identifying the section of road to be closed, details of proposed diversion route and details of proposed signage
Risk Assessment	Identifying potential hazards and precautions to be taken to ensure the safety of all
Licences/Permits (if applicable)	Required if there will be alcohol, fireworks, music etc.
Public Liability Insurance	We will not approve a closure without it. We accept £5m for small events and ask for £10m for larger events.

Payment will be required to meet the cost of an advert in a newspaper. We will send you an invoice for this.

In accordance with section 38 of the Highways Act 1986; or the Road Races Act 2016.

Helpful information on event safety can be found on our Event Safety webpage.

You should also complete the Event Notification Form.

Details of approved closures can be found on Road Watch

You can phone +44 1624 686930 if you need any further help or support with your application.

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