You need to read and understand the requirements set out on this page before you submit an application for a TEN. We cannot proceed with your application unless you give us all the information we need.
To serve a notice, you must:
- be at least 18 years old
- apply at least 10 working days before your event
When you will need a TEN
You will need a TEN if you are selling tickets for an event which states that alcohol is provided for free.
You’ll also need a TEN if a particular licensable activity is not included in the terms of your existing licence. For example, holding a wedding reception at a community centre.
Larger events
If you are organising an event that is likely to attract over 500 people, you will need to apply for a premises licence instead of serving a notice.
Event details
Your event must have fewer than 500 people at all times, including the staff running the event.
The event can last no more than seven days (168 hours), and there must be a 24 hour gap between every TEN you submit to us.
Number of notices you can serve
You need a TEN for each event you hold on the same premises.
If you do not hold a personal licence to sell alcohol, you can have up to five TENs a year. If you already have a personal licence to sell alcohol, you can have up to 50 TENs a year.
A single premises can have up to 15 TENs in one year, as long as the total length of the events is not more than 21 days.
Late TENs
Late TENs should only be used in exceptional circumstances. For example, you may apply for a late TEN if you are a premises user and there are circumstances beyond your control. For example, this may be due to the change of a venue at short notice.
The latest you can serve a late TEN is five clear working days before the event.
If you have a personal licence, then a maximum of 10 of your 50 notices can be late TENs.
If you do not have a personal licence, then a maximum of two of your five notices can be late TENs.