Important changes to Business Rates
The Chelmsford Urban Business Grant Scheme now open for applications. If you are eligible, you can apply for up to £10,000. You can find out more details and apply online on the Invest Chelmsford website.
Book part of Chelmsford High Street
If you would like to use Chelmsford High Street for commercial, voluntary or fundraising activities, you need to submit a booking application.
We only have one promotional space, located outside Barclays Bank.
It costs £179.80 per day on a Saturday and £119.87 on any other day (prices valid until 31 March 2027).
To book space in the High Street, you will need to provide:
- the name of your company or organisation
- your name and contact details
- a description of what you are planning to do in the High Street, including how many people will be involved
- the preferred dates for your activity
- information about your street collection permit, if you are collecting for a charity
- a copy of your Public Liability Insurance (minimum of £10 million)
- a completed risk assessment
Once we receive your application, we will:
- acknowledge it within five working days
- consider your application, and confirm your booking within 10 working days
You can also:
- find out how to book Tindal Square
- find out about becoming a trader at our outdoor High Street Market
- view our Busking Policy
- find out how to apply to film in the High Street