Decision details

: Dice and Balls CIC Maxi-Mini-Con Live Roleplay in the Woods at Bestwood Country Park

Reference: D1556

Decision Maker: Director of Operations

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: No

Purpose:

To give permission for Dice and Balls CIC to hold their activities in the woodlands surrounding the Bestwood Lodge Hotel within Bestwood Country Park on 12th and 13th October from 10am until 3pm. Set up from 9:30am and take down by 3:30pm.

Event Activities: As part of a wider Board Games Convention being held at Bestwood Lodge Hotel and car park, the organisers are also planning; Introduction to Live Roleplay sessions in the woods adjacent to the hotel. This would involve leading a small group along a predefined route through the woods and have a partially scripted, partially improvised adventure.

Decision:

That Dice and Balls CIC be permitted to go ahead with their woodland activities as outlined on the above date and times. Anticipated attendance 10 per session.
This decision is dependent on correct insurance and user licence agreement indemnifying Gedling Borough Council in the event of accident for any activities held on the park.

Reasons for the decision:

To encourage use of the Council’s Parks and Open Spaces

Alternative options considered:

Not to hold the event

Publication date: 11/09/2024

Date of decision: 11/09/2024