You can apply for permission to set up a charity stall on certain highways across Lincolnshire. Before submitting your application, please read the guidance below to ensure your application is complete and your stall meets safety requirements.
What you need before applying
Before submitting your application, you must have the following:
- Public liability insurance: Evidence of £5 million cover.
- Stall plan or photo: A simple plan or photograph showing your proposed stall or setup.
- Risk assessment: Please complete a risk assessment using the template provided below.
- Charity registration number: A valid charity number is required.
Important: Without permission from your local district council (evidence must be provided with your application), charity stalls may only collect supporter contact information. No cash donations or financial information can be accepted.
District council street collecting licences
If your stall will collect donations, you must obtain permission from your local district council. Information and application links for street collecting licences:
- City of Lincoln: Street collection
- South Holland: Charity collections
- North Kesteven: Street collection licence
- South Kesteven: Street collection licence
- Boston Borough: Application to licence a street collection
Approved stall locations
You can choose from the following locations, which have been assessed for space, footfall, and pedestrian safety:
| Location | Address | What3Words |
|---|---|---|
| Boston | Outside F.Hinds Jewellers, corner of Strait Bargate and Petticoat Lane | still.lend.sofa |
| Grantham | Outside 23 Westgate | zones.booth.helps |
| Lincoln | Outside Iceland, Lower High Street | abel.timing.excuse |
| Lincoln | War Memorial, St Benedicts Square | beam.detail.prep |
| Lincoln | Speakers Corner, High Street | gosh.edge.warns |
| Lincoln | High Bridge, High Street | lights.violin.bared |
| Lincoln | Outside Greggs, High Street | erase.drank.funded |
| Skegness | End of Lumley Avenue, between the banks | album.hammer.poker |
| Sleaford | On the bridge between 21 and 23 Southgate | bend.dragon.hatch |
| Spalding | Outside Boots, Hall Place, Spalding | blur.change.survey |
| Stamford | Outside Nationwide and Boots Opticians, High Street, Stamford | joke.riots.press |
We have approved the above locations based on the following criteria:
- Adequate space to accommodate a small stand or gazebo
- Sufficient footfall to ensure the stall is viable
- Safe passage for pedestrians around the stall
Things to consider
- Transport: Plan how you will transport your equipment. Check the nearest public car park.
- Weather: Ensure your stall is suitable for the forecast conditions.
Risk assessment
Use the following as a guide when completing your risk assessment:
| Hazard | Control Method | |
|---|---|---|
| Stall Setup & Equipment | Ensure all tables and displays are secure. Secure banners and posters. Keep storage tidy. Check setup during event. | |
| Slips, Trips & Falls | Avoid cables, keep pathways clear, inspect area before opening. | |
| Adverse Weather | Use weights for gazebos, avoid high wind, provide weather-appropriate protection, stop activity if unsafe. | |
| Manual Handling | Avoid lifting alone, provide guidance, use trolleys. | |
| Data Protection | Only collect supporter contact info unless council permission is provided. Store data securely. Provide privacy information. | |
| Crowd Management | Arrange stall to allow easy flow. Volunteers monitor peak times. | |
| Volunteer Safety | Provide guidance on challenging behaviour. Ensure breaks. Minimum two volunteers present. | |
| Fire Safety | Use only PAT-tested electrical equipment. Identify fire exits/extinguishers. Keep flammable materials away from heat. | |
| Infection Control | Provide hand sanitiser, clean surfaces regularly, volunteers stay home if unwell. |
Additional guidance:
- Brief volunteers before the event.
- Display required permissions and licences.
- Review risk assessment if conditions change.