Host an activity in a park

You will need a permit if you want to do any of the following in one of our parks or open spaces:

  • Host a group fitness class, such as personal training or boot camps.
  • Carry out educational workshops or reading groups.
  • Host small group activities that are not events. (Where ‘small’ means having 50 or fewer attendees.)

You will not need a permit to book a sports pitch. For details about hosting larger events, see our host an event in a park page.

Applying for an activity permit

To apply for a permit you will need to register for an account and be able to provide:

  • Public liability insurance

You will also need to provide activity details such as:

  • Event description
  • Start/duration
  • Location (enter the location you are likely to use most often). Your permit will cover all locations in the borough.
  • Attendance
  • Any special requirements

Apply for a permit

After you apply, we will contact you for details and payment. Please allow us up to two weeks to process your application. For more information, see: