Safety of sports grounds certificate

If you have a stand that accommodates more than 500 people you need to apply for a safety certificate.

Under the Safety of Sports Grounds Act 1975, certain premises, like large football stadiums, require a general safety certificate, issued by the council.

Apply for a certificate

If you think you require a certificate, please contact the Food and Safety team on the details below.

Safety of sports grounds certificate fee

  • Initial grant: £500.

If your licence application is refused or you object to your licensing conditions

If you are refused a certificate, you can appeal to the local magistrates court. If you object to any of the conditions attached to a certificate may also appeal to the local magistrates court.

Consumer complaints

We would always advise in the first instance that in the event of a complaint, you make contact with the certificate holder. If you are not satisfied with their response please contact the Health and Safety team.

Food and Safety team

Address

Food and Safety team
3rd Floor, Zone B
Bernard Weatherill House, 8 Mint Walk
Croydon CR0 1EA
United Kingdom