Hire space in our parks for your business (Park pop-ups)

We have many beautiful parks and open spaces used by residents and visitors. We have a great opportunity for businesses to hire space within some of these Council-owned parks.

Applications for 2026 will open shortly.

To register your interest, email [email protected]

Types of businesses

We are seeking interest from ‘pop-up’ businesses, including (but not limited to):

  • coffee vans
  • healthy food vans
  • bootcamps or personal training
  • commercial events and festivals

Parks involved in the scheme

Check if you're eligible

All vendors must:

  • have Employer's Liability Insurance (where applicable)
  • have Public Liability insurance to the level specified by the Council
  • have a current Food Hygiene rating (if applicable)
  • be registered with a local council's environmental health team

Register your interest

Applications for 2026 will open shortly.

To register your interest, email [email protected]

For more information on applying view our Guidance for applying and assessment criteria for a Pop Up site (DOCX, 15.5 KB)

If you want to trade on other public spaces

This scheme only applies to some specific parks and green spaces that we own.

There are separate arrangements for businesses who want to trade on other public spaces (including streets and pavements).

View more information on our Business licences and permits pages.