You need to let us know if you are organising a special event. This will allow us to try to prevent delays to your event by coordinating other activities accordingly.
- We require at least three months’ notice of your event.
- If your event requires any restrictions such as road closures or suspension of parking you will need to apply for a temporary traffic restriction for a special event.
- You will need public liability insurance, with a minimum cover of £5 million.
If you need cones or signs, these will need to be arranged via a third party contractor. Only a suitable insured and trained person may place signs or cones on the highway.
To apply, read our guidance notes for special events, fill in the application form and return it to highwayevents@devon.gov.uk or alternatively post to the address shown at the bottom of the form. Applications could be rejected if information is missing.
Check what fee you will need to pay. We will contact you when we receive your application to discuss payment options.
If you are suspending parking or require enforcement, please see the information about parking enforcement.
Consultation with emergency services
Police: How to tell us about an event or procession | Devon & Cornwall Police (devon-cornwall.police.uk)
Fire: Contact us | Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service (dsfire.gov.uk)
Ambulance: Notify us of your event | SWAST Website