VENUE HIRE & PROMOTER SUPPORT
We actively encourage new investment to our city centre nighttime economy. From promoters to organisations and venues to charities, we’re here to support and signpost anyone looking to enhance our nightlife.
PRIVATE HIRE
There are multiple City centre venues offering private hire for various size groups:
LICENSING
For various licensing and permission queries please visit the city council’s licensing page here. This includes Temporary Event Notices, Pavement Licenses, Alcohol/ Food Licenses, Personal License, Designated Premises Supervisor applications and more.
INDUSTRY SUPPORT NETWORKS
UK Hospitality
UK Hospitality represents over 740 companies operating around 100,00 venues across the breath of hospitality within England, Scotland and Wales.
NTIA
NTIA is a trade association and membership organisation. Their aim is to champion organisations and individuals in the nighttime economy, by highlighting it’s value.
Attitude is Everything
Attitude is Everything improves deaf and disabled people’s access to live music by working in partnership with audiences, artists and the music industry.
Music Venues Trust
Music Venue Trust is a UK registered charity which acts to protect, secure and improve Grassroots Music Venues.
Openroad
Open Road provides information, support and advice services to anyone affected by drugs and alcohol. They currently deliver services across Essex, Suffolk and Norfolk link: www.openroad.org.uk Ignite Chelmsford Ignite is a place to connect with fellow creative people, and collaborate with others that can enrich your work.
Musician’s Union
Musicians’ Union are a UK trade union, currently representing over 30,000 members. They offer advice and support for all musicians, including information on mental wellbeing and legal guidance.
Hospitality Action
Hospitality Action are a charity, which aims to support the UK hospitality industry. They have helped thousands of people over the past 180 years.
FUNDING
PRS Foundation
A new initiative targeted at supporting early career music promoters in England. Grants of up to £3,500 will be available to support a range of activity, including the booking, programming and promotion of gigs and associated costs. Find out more here.
Arts Council England
Grassroots music fund Funded by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport with a focus on supporting grassroots music, specifically rehearsal and recording studios, promoters, festivals, and venues for live and electronic music performance. Discover here.
National Lottery Community Scheme
It is the largest community funder in the UK and its purpose is to award funding that strengthens society and improves lives across the UK. It’s focused on funding projects and activities that transform communities, protect our heritage, and enrich lives through arts, sports and culture. Find out more here.