Street Trading in Fylde
The Licensing Team at Fylde Council is responsible for managing street trading across the borough.
What is Street Trading?
Street trading involves selling, offering for sale, or displaying items (including live animals) in a public area. A “street” includes:
- Roads and footpaths
- Beaches
- Any other area the public can access without paying
- This may include some private driveways
Street Trading Policy
Fylde Council has a Street Trading Policy, which outlines areas where street trading is not allowed. These are called Prohibited Streets, and no street trading consents will be granted for these locations.
You can view the full policy and the list of prohibited streets here.
Consent Streets – How to Apply
In designated Consent Streets, you may apply for permission to trade by emailing licensing@fylde.gov.uk
When applying, we recommend including:
- A business plan
- Photos or visuals of the proposed trading unit
If you plan to trade on a public road or highway, you must first obtain a Letter of Non-Disapproval from the Highways Authority before submitting your application.
Concession Areas (Managed by the Estates Team)
Some key public areas are managed as concessions by our Estates Team. These include:
- Lytham Green
- St Annes Square
- Lytham Square
- Ansdell Road South (land and foreshore)
- Squires Gate Lane
- The seaward side of Inner, South, and North Promenade
- Clifton Drive North
- The following car parks:
- Stanner Bank
- Fairhaven Lake
- St. Paul’s Avenue
- Fairhaven Road
- North Promenade
Vacant trading spaces in these areas are advertised here.
For enquiries about these locations, contact the Estates Team: estates@fylde.gov.uk
Need More Help?
For general street trading advice or help with your application, please contact licensing@fylde.gov.uk
