A Guide to Organising Events in Sandwell

Fees and charges

There is a fee for all events in Sandwell Council other than those organised by Parks and nature reserve friends groups and civic events such as Remembrance parades.
The fee is calculated relative to the size of the event and which classification it falls into. The fees are based on a one-day event.

Event Type Non Commercial Fee Commercial Fee
Small Event or Sports Activity Venue Hire Only Venue Hire Only
Up to 249 people £59.70 £358.10
250 – 499 people £119.40 £596.80
500 – 999 people £238.80 £1193.50
1,000 – 1,999 people £477.40 £5967.50
2,000 – 4,999 people £716.10
5,000+ people £1193.50 Contact Venue
Event Fee Includes Event Fee Does Not Include
  • Administration costs of processing the event paperwork
  • Cost of representatives to assess safety measures in place
  • Cost of checks of paperwork and verification documents
  • Cost of Safety Advisory Group (SAG) administration
  • Cost of land use for one day (subject to premium surcharge)
  • Equipment or event infrastructure (hire from council available if required)
  • Road closure / traffic management costs
  • Parking restrictions or parking provision
  • Event management support or on-site safety management
  • Reparation of damage

 Fee Type		  Fee
 Event Infrastructure and Equipment

 Various charges based on option: gazebo, stage, PA system, barriers, etc
 Event Management Support (per hour)  £59.70

 Premium Land Hire: 

  • Town Centre High Streets
  • Green Flag Parks
  • Sandwell Valley Showground
  20% Surcharge