Guide for event planning

Guide for event planning and filming enquiries

Special permissions for filming, advertising and safety guidance for fireworks and laser shows

Filming or advertising may require you to get special permission before the event.   Plus if you are planning a fireworks display or laser light show there's some important safety guidance you should follow.

Filming

The Kent County Council Film Office is your first port of calI if you would like to film in Folkestone & Hythe. They can assist productions finding locations, obtain film permits for filming in public areas and facilitate traffic management requests. Visit kentfilmoffice.co.uk for more information and to get in touch with the Kent Film Office.

Advertisements

If you want to put up advertisements to publicise your event, you may need special permission as there are specific rules related to the size and location of the advert. Please have a look at our How to advertise your event guide (PDF, 165KB). 

For full information, follow the detailed guidance on GOV.UK.

Fireworks

Staying safe with fireworks

 The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) have produced safety tips on using fireworks responsibly and considerately and protecting people and animals from harm.

Please comply with the latest COVID-19 restrictions our area.

Read the latest government fireworks safety campaign,

View the GOV.UK: Fireworks: The law.

Lasers

Follow the Health and Safety Executive guidance if your event includes a laser show.