Decision details

Newstead Halloween Fright Night Community Event

Reference: D1672

Decision Maker: Director of Operations

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: No

Purpose:

To give approval for Newstead Community Events to hold their Halloween Fright Night community event at Newstead Recreation Ground on 31st October between 3pm and 10pm. Set up from 12pm and clear away by 10pm

Decision:

That Newstead Community Events be permitted to go ahead with their Halloween event as outlined on the above date and time. Estimated attendance 100 over the course of the day.
This decision is dependent on correct insurance and the issue of a lease indemnifying Gedling Borough Council in the event of accident for any activities held on the recreation ground and to ensure the land is reinstated should any damage occur whilst accessing and exiting the site.

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: 11/09/2025

Date of decision: 11/09/2025