Decision details

Funfair at Newstead Recreation Ground

Reference: D595

Decision Maker: Deputy Chief Executive and Director of Finance

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: No

Purpose:

To give permission for Proctors (Nottm) Fun Fairs Ltd to hold a Fun Fairs on Newstead Recreation Ground as follows: Thursday 13th July to Saturday 15th July 2017 inc.
Arrival on Tuesday 11th July and depart Sunday 16th July by Midday. Opening hours Thursday 6pm until 10pm, Friday 6pm until 10pm and Saturday 12pm midday until 8pm.

Decision:

That Proctors (Nottm) Fun Fairs Ltd be allowed to go ahead with their Funfair at Newstead Recreation Ground Field as outlined on the above dates. Attendance, est. 1000 people per day.
This decision is dependent on correct insurance and event risk assessment and will require 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 Parks and Open Spaces
To facilitate the provision of amusement rides for the residents leaving near to the park and so encourage social cohesion.

Alternative options considered:

Not to hold the event

Publication date: 11/07/2017

Date of decision: 11/07/2017