Street parties

Street parties are not allowed to go on after dusk. Check the times for sunrise and sunset in London.  

A street party should only be advertised directly to the residents of the street. 

You must tell every home in the street in writing. Remember to include the contact details for at least 1 of the organisers and for the council.

Download our letter template (DOCX, 14KB)

Think about what could go wrong and plan accordingly. For example, if there is a fire or bad weather, and how to deal with vehicles entering, leaving and remaining on the closed road.

Decorations should be fixed so they can be removed without marking or damaging street furniture. Bunting must be at least 4.6 metres above the ground if hung across the street.

Do not obstruct or cover fire hydrants and indicator signs.